Calypso legend Slinger Francisco, better known as the Mighty Sparrow, died on Sunday in New York at the age of 91.
A statement issued by Karen Francisco on Sunday afternoon said the calypsonian died peacefully, surrounded by family, after a brief illness.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Trinidad and Tobago’s Calypso icon, Slinger Francisco, known to the world as ‘The Mighty Sparrow’,” the statement said.
