Vince Zampella, Dies in a Los Angeles Vehicle Accident

Zampella in 2025
Zampella pictured in mid-2025

Vince Zampella, the mind behind the globally famous first-person shooter Call of Duty, has tragically died in a vehicle crash in Los Angeles, California he was 55 years old.

The tragic news was confirmed by Electronic Arts, which owns Respawn Entertainment, a game studio that he helped create.

The renowned industry figure died after his car crashed and caught fire on a freeway in LA on this past Sunday, according to.

"This represents a heartbreaking loss, and we stand with his family and friends, his loved ones, and everyone impacted by his creative vision," a representative from Electronic Arts commented.
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