Vince Zampella, Has Died in a California Car Crash

The developer in a recent photo
Vince Zampella in July 2025

Vince Zampella, the mind behind the globally famous first-person shooter Call of Duty, has passed away in a traffic collision in Los Angeles, California at the age of 55.

His passing was announced by Electronic Arts, which owns Respawn Entertainment, a game studio he co-founded.

The renowned video game developer lost his life when his vehicle was involved in a crash and burst into flames on a freeway in the Los Angeles area on Sunday, according to.

"This represents an unimaginable loss, and our hearts are with Vince's family, his loved ones, and the countless individuals inspired by his work," an official with Electronic Arts stated.
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