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G-Squad‘s Andrew McCarthy Dies at 52
The French boy band G-Squad, popular in the late 1990s with hits like “aucune fille au monde” and “Raide dingue de toi,” has mourned the loss of former member Olivier Robert, known as Andrew McCarthy. He was 52 years old. According to Le Parisien, Robert was found dead at his home in Drancy, Seine-Saint-Denis, on January 11, 2026.
A Brief History of G-Squad
G-Squad emerged during the height of the boy band craze, achieving significant popularity in France between 1996 and 1998. The group consisted of five members: chris, Gérald, Marlon, Mika, and Andrew (Olivier Robert). Their energetic performances and catchy tunes quickly garnered a devoted fanbase. The band’s name,”G-Squad,” translates to “L’Escadron du Groove” in English,reflecting their focus on dance and rhythm.