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As Trinidad and Tobago, the Caribbean and many parts of the World grieve over the loss of Calypso icon Sandra ‘Singing Sandra’ Des Vignes Millington, tributes are pouring in from far and wide. The calypso icon died on Wednesday night (27th January 2021) at the Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex (EWMSC). The cause of her death is not yet known. She was 64. A post on her official Facebook page the day after her death said, “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.” A tribute shared by the Trinbago Unified Calypsonians’ Organisation (TUCO) on its Facebook page went into a brief history of ‘Singing Sandra’ and said they were “shocked and saddened to learn of her sudden death.” Today, the nation woke up to the news of the passing of cultural icon, Sandra Des Vignes better known as Singing Sandra. As part of the all-female calypso group, United Sisters, along with Marvellous Marva, Tigress, and the late Lady B, they won the National Song Festival in 1991 with their hit ‘Ambataila Woman.’ In 1993, their ‘Whoa Donkey’ was a local and regional hit. Machel Montano shared a photo of a performing ‘Singing Sandra’ on Instagram with the caption “Crying...Singing Sandra aka Mother.” He also included the crying and dove emojis along with the hashtag “#dignityintact.” Singer ‘Mighty Sparrow’ Francisco said in a phone interview that he heard the news of her death early on Thursday morning. “She was a fine person and she was always filled with humour. We used to laugh a lot. A good performer. A very good performer. I am sorry to hear that she is gone.” He asked T&T to say a prayer and try to remember her. Sparrow said T&T was losing its champions. Minister of Tourism, Culture and the Arts, Randall Mitchell, said long before the Time’s Up and the Me Too movements took root, ‘Singing Sandra’ embraced the women’s movement and provided women with the rallying call to “die with their dignity.” The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) Communications Unit also extended condolences to Singing Sandra’s friends and family. See a handful of the other notable tributes below. Statement from Opposition Leader Kamla Persad-Bissessar: Tribute to Singing Sandra Statement from Maxi Priest: Condolences and prayers to the the family, loved ones, friends and fans on the loss of an amazing woman in the world of entertainment, Calypso Monarch Singing Sandra, one of only two women to hold the title. Queen, you have given us joy, laughter and happiness, that will live in on through your works. Thank you! We salute you! Rest in Peace in Zion. Statement from Lyrical: RIP to the Icon/legend Singing Sandra. Thank you for your contribution, words of wisdom and encouragement. Condolences to the family and love ones, we love and will truly miss you! Statement from Xtra Foods: The legend Singing Sandra, better known to her fans and the calypso arena as Mother, passed away today. She inspired many with her presence and her performances. [Source: Newsday]
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