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Mighty Sparrow, the Grenada-born calypso icon widely known as the King of Calypso, has died at the age of 91. Across a career spanning decades, he shaped modern calypso with classics and socially charged songs, influencing generations of Caribbean musicians. Tributes and remembrances are pouring in from fans and fellow artists worldwide.
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Mighty Sparrow, the calypso icon widely regarded as the 'Calypso King of the World', has died, according to reports circulating widely across social media. The Grenada-born, Trinidad-based singer dominated the genre for decades with classics such as 'Jean and Dinah' and 'Congo Man', winning numerous Calypso King titles at Trinidad and Tobago's Carnival. Fans and musicians are sharing tributes and celebrating his influence on Caribbean music worldwide.
- 3Calypso legend the Mighty Sparrow dies at 91●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.