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Calypso icon Slinger Francisco, dubbed ‘The Mighty Sparrow,’ dies at 91, his family says (opens the original)
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Calypso music lost one of its most emblematic voices Sunday with the death of Slinger Francisco, who was known on stage as the Mighty Sparrow and dubbed the âCalypso King of the World.â He was 91. Francisco, who got his breakthrough in calypso music with his 1956 hit song âJean and Dinah,â died peacefully surrounded by his family in New York, his family said in a statement. His death came after a âbrief illness,â the statement said without disclosing any other details. âHe was an i
Anselm Gibbs | Associated Press (opens the original)
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Anselm Gibbs | Associated Press Person Page Arts & Culture Calypso icon Slinger Francisco, dubbed ‘The Mighty Sparrow,’ dies at 91, his family says Anselm Gibbs | Associated Press Slinger Francisco, better known as 'The Mighty Sparrow' and the 'Calypso King of the World', passed away Sunday at the age of 91. He made his way to Miami and South Florida many times over the years, entertaining one of the largest Caribbean diasporas in the United States. Americas Trinidad and Tobago will open Caribbe
Calypso icon Slinger Francisco, dubbed ‘The Mighty Sparrow,’ dies at 91, his family says (opens the original)
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Calypso music lost one of its most emblematic voices Sunday with the death of Slinger Francisco, who was known on stage as the Mighty Sparrow and dubbed the “Calypso King of the World.” He was 91. The Mighty Sparrow made his way to Miami and South Florida many times over the years, entertaining one of the largest Caribbean diasporas in the United States. Francisco, who got his breakthrough in calypso music with his 1956 hit song “Jean and Dinah,” died peacefully surrounded by his family in New Y
Calypso icon Slinger Francisco, dubbed 'The Mighty Sparrow,' dies at 91, his family says (opens the original)
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PORT-OF-SPAIN, Trinidad (AP) — Calypso music lost one of its most emblematic voices Sunday with the death of Slinger Francisco, who was known on stage as the Mighty Sparrow and dubbed the “Calypso King of the World.” He was 91. One year of digital access for only $205* *First annual payment billed as $205.00 + GST for one year. This annual subscription will automatically renew at $233.00 + GST every 52 weeks (10% off the regular annual price of $259.35). Offer available to new and qualified retu
Calypso icon Slinger Francisco, dubbed 'The Mighty Sparrow,' dies at 91, his family says (opens the original)
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PORT-OF-SPAIN, Trinidad (AP) — Calypso music lost one of its most emblematic voices Sunday with the death of Slinger Francisco, who was known on stage as the Mighty Sparrow and dubbed the “Calypso King of the World.” He was 91. As we navigate through unprecedented times, our journalists are working harder than ever to bring you the latest local updates to keep you safe and informed. Now, more than ever, we need your support. Starting at $15.99 plus taxes every four weeks you can access your Bran
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