Vince Zampella, Has Died in a California Traffic Collision

Zampella in July 2025
Zampella pictured in mid-2025

The co-creator of Call of Duty, renowned for co-creating the wildly popular franchise Call of Duty, has died in a vehicle crash in the state of California aged 55.

His passing was verified by Electronic Arts, which owns Respawn Entertainment, the development studio that he helped create.

The renowned industry figure died after his vehicle was involved in a crash and burst into flames on a highway in Los Angeles on this past Sunday, as reported by.

"We are facing a heartbreaking loss, and our deepest sympathies go to Vince's loved ones, his loved ones, and all those touched by his creative vision," an official with Electronic Arts commented.
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