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Ukrainian Singer-Composer Stepan Higa Dies at 66 After Serious Illness

Regional authorities and cultural groups issued tributes recognizing his lasting imprint on Ukrainian popular music.

Overview

  • His death on Friday, December 12, was reported by ZAXID.NET and confirmed publicly by Ivano-Frankivsk regional head Svitlana Onyshchuk.
  • Higa had been in intensive care at the 1st Territorial Medical Association of Lviv following an urgent operation on November 19.
  • He was a celebrated performer holding the titles of Honored and People's Artist of Ukraine.
  • The artist was 66 years old and was known for widely performed songs across several decades.
  • The choir Homin posted condolences and highlighted the resonance of his hit 'Tsei son' with audiences, alongside his other noted works such as 'Vulytsia Natali,' 'Yavorina,' and 'Zoloto Karpat.'