French Streamer Jean Pormanove Dies on Live Stream; Autopsy Points to Medical or Toxicological Causes

The popular Kick creator, 46, was found dead overnight on Monday, in bed at his home in Contes, near Nice

Raphael Graven, 46, known online as Jean Pormanove, was found dead at his residence in Contes, north of Nice, on Monday, after reportedly participating in extreme online challenges on the streaming platform Kick.

Graven, a prominent Kick streamer, had gained attention for live broadcasts involving humiliation, stunts, and dangerous acts, including being slapped, strangled, force-fed, doused in liquids, and targeted with paintball guns. Reports had previously suggested he endured "ten days of torture," sleep deprivation, and ingestion of toxic substances prior to his death.

It had been alleged that Graven, 46, was subjected to gruesome online challenges involving humiliation, violence, and dangerous stunts before his death

However, an autopsy revealed that Graven’s death “was not traumatic in origin” and “not related to the intervention of a third party,” according to prosecutor Damien Martinelli. Forensic doctors found no significant injuries beyond minor bruises and healed lesions. The probable causes of death were deemed medical and/or toxicological. Further tests have been ordered, with investigators noting potential heart and thyroid issues.

Prior to his death, Graven streamed live, reportedly lying motionless under a bed cover while fundraising over £31,000 from viewers. Two men, identified as Owen Cenazandotti and Safine Hamadi (pseudonyms Naruto and Safine), were present during the stream. The pair had previously been questioned over allegations of mistreating vulnerable participants in online events, but Graven had denied experiencing any violence at the time, stating the events were “staged to create a buzz and earn money.”

An autopsy has shed new light on the death of a French online star who was allegedly tortured before dying in front of viewers on a live stream. Raphael Graven, better known online as Jean Pormanove, was a major figure in France 's streaming world with more than a million followers across social media

Kick confirmed that all co-streamers involved were banned pending the investigation and announced a complete review of its French content. French authorities seized videos and conducted interviews but reported no suspicious circumstances connected to the death.

The tragedy prompted high-profile support for Graven’s funeral, with Canadian rapper Drake and internet personality Adin Ross covering the costs. Both condemned the events leading to his death and called for accountability for those involved.

Owen Cenazandotti, known by pseudonym Naruto was in the room during the livestream

Family members described Graven’s passing as “unacceptable” and attributed it to exhaustion from the controversial streams. His mother highlighted his warm character and sense of community, while his sister labeled his death “intolerable.”

France’s Minister for Digital Affairs and Artificial Intelligence, Clara Chappaz, called the situation “an absolute horror,” emphasizing the need for platforms to protect vulnerable creators. The High Commissioner for Children, Sarah El Haïry, urged parents to monitor online content accessible to children. Kick stated it was “deeply saddened” by the death and committed to enforcing its community guidelines to safeguard streamers.

Safine Hamadi, known by pseudonym Safine was also in the room during the livestream

The case has drawn national attention to the dangers of extreme online content, particularly “humiliation streams,” where participants allegedly endure abuse for views and donations.

Drake is reportedly covering the funeral costs of French online star Raphael Graven with online streamer Adin Ross