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TT crying as Singing Sandra passes on
Friday 29 January 2021
National treasure Sandra “Singing Sandra” Des Vignes Millington proudly holds up her Masters of Calypso award at her Cashew Gardens home on July 27, 2017. FILE PHOTO
There was crying all across TT, the region and parts of the world as the news of Sandra “Singing Sandra” Des Vignes Millington’s death spread.
The calypso icon died on Wednesday night.
A post on her official Facebook page said on January 28, “Dear loyal fans and supporters worldwide, it is with deep regret that you be informed of the passing of national icon Sandra Des Vignes, The Singing Sandra, who passed away last night. More information will be sent when made available.”
Singing Sandra
The woman with one of the most powerful voices in local music, Sandra ‘Singing Sandra’ Des Vignes, has died. She was 64-years-old.
News of her death broke just before 7am on Thursday, but an official cause has yet to be revealed.
Known for songs like ‘Voices from the Ghetto’, Sandra inspired many with her presence and performance.
Singing Sandra won the Calypso Monarch competition twice; in 1999 and 2003.
Tributes have been pouring in for Singing Sandra since news of her passing reached supporters and fans this morning.
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