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Calypso legend the Mighty Sparrow dies at 91
Original: Calypso icon the Mighty Sparrow dies at 91 Jamaica Observer https://www. jamaicaobserver.com/2026/09/28 /calypso-icon-mi
The Mighty Sparrow, the calypso icon widely regarded as the genre's greatest performer, has died at the age of 91. Born Slinger Francisco in Grenada and raised in Trinidad and Tobago, he dominated calypso for decades with classics such as 'Jean and Dinah' and earned the nickname 'King of Calypso'. News of his death is prompting tributes across the Caribbean and beyond.
Why now: The death of one of Caribbean music's most celebrated figures has just been reported, prompting tributes and reflection on his legacy.
Mighty SparrowSlinger FranciscoTrinidad and TobagoGrenadaJamaica Observer
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- Calypso icon the Mighty Sparrow dies at 91 Jamaica Observer https://www. jamaicaobserver.com/2026/09/28 /calypso-icon-mighty-sparrow-dies-91/ # Jamaica # Entertainment · jamaicaneye@social.angozi.com · 1
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