Black Stalin, a legendary calypsonian figure, died at 81. Let’s look at how Black Stalin died and the circumstances surrounding his demise.
How Did Black Stalin Die?
Dr Leroy Calliste, a five-time Calypso Monarch, died at his residence in San Fernando on Wednesday morning. Stalin, who had been unwell for years, turned 81 on Republic Day. The Black Stalin, pseudonym Leroy Calliste, died this morning at his San Fernando home. Patsy, his wife, verified his death.
What is Black Stalin’s Cause of Death?
Pastry, Stalin’s widow, said he died quietly at home on Wednesday at about 9:45 a.m., surrounded by his loved ones. Pastry said he spent three weeks at San Fernando General Hospital and received excellent care from the nurses. Leroy Calliste, well-known moniker Black Stalin, died on December 28, 2022. He suffered a minor stroke in 2014 after playing at a charity event in south Trinidad. Stalin suffered a stroke eight years ago that has kept him unwell. Patsy praised his daughters and grandkids for stepping up to assist her in caring for her father during that trying time. I know there are a lot of people out there that adore him.” Stalin, often known as “the black guy,” was a five-time calypso monarch famed for his scathing and witty social and political commentary on songs like “Sufferers,” “Ism Schism,” “Bun Dem,” and “We Could Make It If We Tried.”
Who is Black Stalin?
Leroy Calliste, also known as Black Stalin, was born in San Fernando. He was a well-known calypsonian and Tobago known for his anti-European colonial oppression lyrics. With Caribbean Man and Play One, Black Stalin won the National Calypso Monarch title in 1979. In 1985, 1987, 1991, and 1995, he reclaimed the crown. He won the Calypso Monarch competition five times and was crowned Calypso King of the World in 1999. Stalin was awarded Calypso King of Kings in 1999 for his performances of “Black Man Feeling to Party” and “Wine, Boy” (also known as “Wine, Dhanraj, Wine”).
Tributes to Black Stalin:
Austin Lyons wrote, Another Great Icon has left us. Wow, I awoke this morning to the unfortunate news that my good friend, the Black Stalin, had died. This man was a king; he sang, performed, and always gave his all. I have memories with you now of all the beautiful times we’ve had together. King, may you rest in peace. Fly among the angels. Tonight, the Blackman will celebrate with the Angels, according to Shamika Denoon. Wait, Peter, don’t bun him. Stalin, you tried, and you succeeded. You’ll always be known as the Caribbean man. Black Stalin, rest in peace. Rest in peace, Cup of Joe Caribbean. Thank you for the memories and the music. Please accept our condolences to his family, friends, and fraternity.
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