How did Dorian Zev Kweller die? Singer-songwriter Ben Kweller's son, 16, dies just weeks before first gig
AUSTIN, TEXAS: Dorian Zev Kweller, the 16-year-old son of musician Ben Kweller, Ed Sheeran's touring partner, died on Monday, February 27. His death was confirmed by Ben in an Instagram post.
Dorian Kweller was killed in a car accident, according to a social media post by Kweller's wife Liz. As a promising musician, Dorian put out a number of tracks under the moniker Zev.
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'He was only 16 and he was a true legend'
“There’s no way that I can be typing this but I am…. Our son, Dorian Zev Kweller, was killed last night,” Ben Kweller wrote in a statement posted to Instagram on Tuesday. “He was only 16 and he was a true legend. Kindest, gentle soul, a friend to all. If you knew him, you know. We’ll never get over him as long as we’re here on earth. Please keep his spirit alive with your memories and the music he made: @reallyzev.”
'A true poet from the day he started speaking'
“Dorian Zev wrote and recorded songs every day,” Ben’s comment continues. “A true poet from the day he started speaking. Only a few of his recordings were released but he was on a path and excited about his journey. He had so many plans!!! His first gig was in two weeks, at SXSW. My last text with him was about the merch he wanted to make. My baby boy was at the starting line with so much life ahead of him… I have no idea why things like this happen. We’re in complete shock and don’t know what the future holds. Lizzy, Judah, and I have no idea how to deal with this disaster. Thank you for your prayers and support and we apologize if we are slow to respond to messages.” Zev is survived by his parents and younger brother Judah.
"If you’ve ever been touched by a @benkweller song, please hold him and his family in your heart today," singer-songwriter Ben Lee tweeted following the announcement. Singer-songwriter Nakia added, “Terrible news. Sending all the love and light to @benkweller and his family." Kevin Morby wrote in a comment on Instagram. “This shatters my heart. I am thinking of you and your beautiful family. Sending all of my love. Let me know if I can help in any way possible,” Kevin Morby wrote in a comment on Instagram.
If you’ve ever been touched by a @benkweller song, please hold him and his family in your heart today.
— Ben Lee (@benleemusic) February 28, 2023
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