French Streamer Jean Pormanove Dies Live After Months of Mistreatment

French streamer Jean Pormanove has died during a live broadcast, sparking outrage after months of videos showed him being mistreated, assaulted, or humiliated online.

Pormanove, 40, had become a controversial figure in France’s streaming community, regularly appearing in disturbing live sessions where he seemed to endure verbal abuse and physical humiliation for entertainment. Despite repeated concerns from viewers and activists, the broadcasts continued to draw large audiences.

Authorities confirmed his death late Monday, saying an investigation is underway into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Advocacy groups are now calling for stronger regulations on online platforms, accusing streaming networks of failing to intervene despite clear evidence of exploitation.

The tragedy has ignited a wider debate in France about the dangers of online harassment, digital exploitation, and platform responsibility, with many urging urgent reforms to protect vulnerable individuals in the streaming world.