NEWS
08/12/2026
As many of you know, we lost Starcadian in a tragic traffic accident in New York City on May 1st, 2025. Below are some details on how you can support his family as they continue to grieve and deal with the loss.
George was working on a final album and the Starcadian family are working to complete and release it as he would have hoped.
We miss our friend and the genius that was Starcadian and will continue to keep this space and his socials running with updates.
The Starcadian legacy lives on. Please reach out and stay in touch.
From the GoFundMe…
On May 1st, 2025, Georgios Smaragdis passed away in a sudden and tragic traffic accident in New York City. His loss is devastating and unimaginable, leaving his loved ones, friends, colleagues, and fans across the universe heartbroken.
A native of Greece, he was raised in the breathtaking town of Chania, on the island of Crete—a place of rugged snow-capped mountains, rustic villages, and clear sparkling seas. His childhood there was joyful and pure, shaped by the island’s history, its magic and the love and warmth of his people. It formed the foundation for George’s generous heart, optimistic soul and unapologetic connection to his creativity. His hometown, known in ancient times as the powerful city of Kydonia or Cydonia, has always held a sacred place in his heart.
In the years to come, he attended undergrad in the UK, served in the Greek military, and acquired a Masters in Brooklyn NY, where he stayed and met the majority of our current friends. Having worked in the tight-knit VFX community for 16 years, most of us know him as George—the quick witted, hilarious, sarcastic, insightful, warm-hearted friend and freelance artist, turned CG supervisor and beloved mentor.
But to many, he is known as Starcadian—the visionary musician with a global following behind Sunset Blood, Midnight Signals and many other albums whose music touched countless lives. His cinematic soundscapes, world-building, and genre-bending vision drew listeners into a rich, imaginative universe. He was a friend to his fans, and an inspiration to many. And we hope his legacy continues to live through them.
At the time of his passing, George was preparing to become a father. He is survived by his mother Kalliopi, his brother Paris, sister-in-law Karrie, his nephew Aris, and his fiancée and life partner of 12 years, Tehmina, who is currently pregnant with their first child. Tehmina, like George, is also an avid cinephile with a busy career in visual effects onset and in post.
This fundraiser is to support Tehmina and their baby in the months ahead, as they navigate this life-altering loss and prepare for a future that now looks heartbreakingly different.
Support the Family: GoFundMe
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