Vince Zampella, Has Died in an LA Vehicle Accident

Vince Zampella in a recent photo
Zampella pictured in mid-2025

The co-creator of Call of Duty, the mind behind the globally famous first-person shooter Call of Duty, has passed away in a vehicle crash in Los Angeles, California at the age of 55.

The tragic news was verified by Electronic Arts, which owns Respawn Entertainment, the video game company he co-founded.

The renowned industry figure passed away following his automobile collided and burst into flames on a freeway in the Los Angeles area on Sunday morning, according to.

"We are facing a devastating loss, and our hearts are with Vince's family, those closest to him, and everyone impacted by his work," an official with Electronic Arts said.
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