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Havana, September 15. – President Miguel Díaz-Canel today mourned the death of artist Zenaida Armenteros at the age of 94. He described her as one of the greatest exponents of Cuban folklore.
“My deepest condolences go out to her family and her colleagues in the National Folkloric Ensemble, of which she was the founder and principal dancer,” the head of state wrote on the social media platform X.
The day before, the Ministry of Culture expressed its deep sorrow at the death of Armenteros, one of the most emblematic figures of popular art on the island, the institution released in a statement.
Principal dancer, singer, actress, and founder of the National Folkloric Ensemble, Armenteros dedicated her life to the preservation and dignification of Cuban cultural identity, captivating the public with her talent and simplicity, the statement details.
"Her artistic legacy and her example will live on forever in every scene, every song, and every heart that loves Cuban culture. Thank you, Zenaida, for so much. Rest in peace, Queen of our folklore," the ministry said. (Text and photo: PL)
