Philippe Zdar (born January 27, 1967) is a French Music Producer, Disc jockey (DJ), Musician, and Songwriter from Savoie, France. He is best known as the member of Musical duo bands like “Cassius“, and “Motorbass“. The 52-year-old is also the founder and owner of Motorbass Studio in Paris.
On 19 June 2019, Music Producer, Philippe Cerboneschi died at the age of 52 years old after accidentally fallen from 19 Storey Apartment in Paris, France. Later, he was taken to the nearest hospital. As per the medical report, his cause of death is his severe injuries, broken, ribs, bones and blood loss.
He visited Paris for his performance at L’Olympia which is scheduled on 21 June 2019, Friday night.
Early Life, Parents & Profile
- Philippe Zdar was born on the 27th of January 1967 to white Caucasian French Parents in Savoie, France. His birth zodiac sign is Aquarius.
- He has spent the majority of his childhood along with father, mother and his siblings at Savoie.
- Later, he has moved to Paris to complete his graduation from Government University.
Personal Life, Spouse, & Children

Photo: Zdar longtime partner Aure Atika.
- Philippe Zdar fell in a romantic relationship with his girlfriend “Aure Atika“. She is a French Film Actress, Director, and Writer. This couple also has a daughter named Angelica Zdar. Their first child was born in February 2002.

Daughter Angelica Zdar.
- However, they have broken up and ended their love affair due to personal differences.

Philippe with his Spouse Dyane De Serigny & daughter.
- Later, Cassius DJ, Cerboneschi married his wife “Dyane De Serigny” in a private wedding Ceremony in Paris. He is happily living with his spouse, daughter, and family in his residence.
Trivia & Quick Info
Wiki/Bio | |
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Real Birth Name | Philippe Cerboneschi. |
Nick name | Philippe Zdar. |
Profession | 1. Music Producer, Musician & Disc jockey (DJ). 2. Owner of Motorbass Studio. |
Famous For | Member of Musical duo bands Cassius, and Motorbass. |
Age (As of 2019) | 52 years old |
Date of Birth (DOB), Birthday | 27 January 1967. |
Birthplace/Hometown | Savoie, France |
Nationality | French. |
Date of Death | June 19, 2019. |
Place of Death | Paris. |
Death Cause | Accidently fallen through a window from a high 19 Storey building in Paris. |
Gender | Male. |
Sexuality (Gay or Lesbian) | Straight. |
Star Sign (Zodiac Sign) | Aquarius. |
Social Media Stats | Facebook: @zdarphilippe (2700+ Fans). Twitter: @ZdarWar (2100+ Followers). Instagram: -- |
Current Residence | Paris, France. |
Ethnicity | White Caucasian French Descent. |
Religion | Christianity. |
Awards | Winner of Grammy Award in "Best Alternative Music Album" Category. |
Music Details | |
Debut | Album: 1999. Song: Cassius 1999. Music Track: Foxxy (1996). |
Music Albums | 1. Cassius 1999. 2. Au Rêve (2002). 3. 15 Again (2006). 4. The Rawkers EP (2010). 5. Ibifornia (2016). |
Single List (Songs) | 1. Foxxy (1996). 2. Cassius 1999. 3. Feeling for You (1999). 4. La Mouche (1999). 5. I'm a Woman (2002). 6. The Sound of Violence (2002). 7. Thrilla (2003). 8. Toop Toop (2006). 9. Rock Number One (2007). 10. Youth, Speed, Trouble, Cigarettes (2009). 11. I Love You So (2010). 12. Action (2016) 13. The Missing (2016). |
Physical Statistics | |
Height (Tall) | Feet & Inches: 5' 10". Centimeters: 178 cm. Meters: 1.78 m. |
Weight | Kilograms: 68 Kg. Pounds: 150 lbs. |
Eye Color | Blue. |
Hair Color | Brown. |
Shoe Size (US) | NA. |
Tattoos details? | Will Update. |
Family | |
Parents | Father: White Caucasian (Name not known). Mother: Will Update. |
Siblings | Brother: NA. Sister: Will Update. |
Relatives | Grandparents: -- Uncle: -- |
Personal Life Relationship | |
Marital Status | Married. |
Wedding Date | Not Known. |
Dating History? | Philippe has dated his longtime partner "Aure Atika". Furthermore, this couple has a baby girl named Angelica Zdar. |
Girlfriend/Partner | Aure Atika.![]() |
Wife/Spouse Name | Dyane De Serigny.![]() |
Children | Son: None. Daughter: Angelica Zdar (from Aure, born February 2002) & 1 (from Dyane, Name not know). |
Education | |
Highest Qualification | Graduate. |
School | High School. |
Alma Mater | Will Update. |
Hobbies & Favorite Things | |
Favorite Celeb | Actor: Chris Hemsworth & Hugh Jackman. Actress: Margot Robbie. |
Dream Holiday Destination | Miami. |
Favorite Color | Black. |
Love to do | Music Play, Swimming & Traveling. |
Favorite Dishes | Pizza. |
Wealth | |
Net worth (Approx.) | $2.5 Million US Dollars (As of 2019). |
Salary, Earnings & Monthly Income | 200K US Dollars. |
Contact Details | |
Home Details | House in Paris, France. |
Email Address | Will Update. |
Office Address | None. |
Mobile or Phone Number | NA. |
Official Website | None. |
Some Lesser Known Facts about Philippe Zdar
- Wikipedia: After completing his graduation, he has started his professional career as Ski instructor.
- Later, he has worked for Dominique Blanc-Francard as an Assitant. In his office, he met his son “Hubert Blanc-Francard (aka Boom Bass)”. After this, they started writing songs and composing music.

Cassius Duo Founders Hubert Blanc-Francard (Boom Bass) & Philippe.
- In 1988, they together formed a French musical band “Cassius” in Paris, Franch.
- They have also produced many Music Albums MC Solaar (French hip-hop artist).
- Later in 1991, Zdar and Boom Bass have designed their first project named “La Funk Mob“.
- They have released their first music track “Foxxy” under Cassius production in 1996.
- In 1999, Philippe and Hubert Blanc-Francard launched his debut album and the single song “Cassius 1999“. This song ranked on the position of 7 in the UK Singles Chart.
- The other 2 songs of this Album “La Mouche” and “Feeling For You” loved by the fans.
Me and my homie Boombass workin'hard to finish the record for New Year's Eve !!!! pic.twitter.com/wOsAGvJOZr
— Philippe Zdar (@ZdarWar) December 9, 2014
- The music videos of these songs inspired by DC comics character i.e. Deadman.
- Money Factor: Philippe Zdar’s Net worth is $2.5 Million US Dollars, as of 2019.
- After 3 years, they released their second music album “Au Rêve” in 2002. Musical Artist Leroy Burgess and Ghostface Killah from Wu-Tang Clan hip-hop band have collaborated in this Album. The songs “The Sound of Violence”, and “I’m a Woman” is most popular in this Album.
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- Their third Album “15 Again” is appreciated by the music lovers. This album released on 11 September 2006 with song “Toop Toop“. Boom Bass and Zdar have inspired his fans, friends, and family to remix this song. Toop Toop was a big hit and gave them an overnight success.
- Physique Details: Philippe Cerboneschi’s height stands at 5 feet 10 inches tall (178 in cm). His body weight is around 68 Kg (150 pounds).
- Later, they also launched the Cassius Workshop project to remix music. According to a survey, they received more than 400 remix version of the song.
- In 2011, Kanye West and Jay-Z have sampled “I Love You So” Song of Cassius Duo. This song is used in the Album “Watch the Throne” and in “Why I Love You” song.
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