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The National Action Cultural Committee (NACC) has extended condolences to the family, friends and cultural community following the death of legendary calypsonian Slinger Francisco, the Mighty Sparrow.
Sparrow, affectionately known as “The Birdie”, died on Sunday morning, September 27, 2026. He was widely recognised as the Calypso King of the World and spent six decades entertaining audiences in Trinidad and Tobago and internationally.
The NACC said Sparrow’s contribution to calypso went beyond his music, describing him as a leader who consistently advocated for the respect, development and advancement of calypso and other local art forms.
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