Mikaben: Musician Dies Aged 41 after Collapsing on Stage During Paris Show; Details Emerge
- Haitians are yet to come to terms with the sudden demise of celebrated singer Michael Benjamin, affably known as Mikaben
- The 41-year-old songwriter was performing at Accor Arena in eastern Paris when he collapsed on stage and passed on
- Mikaben leaves behind two children, and wife Vanessa Benjamin who is pregnant with their third child
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Haitian singer Michael Benjamin aka Mikaben was on stage in Paris when he collapsed and breathed his last.
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The 41-year-old recording artiste died of a suspected heart attack or cardiac arrest, leaving his fans in shock.
Mikaben's demise was confirmed by Haiti Prime Minister Ariel Henry, adding that he was "devastated by the news of the sudden death of the young and very talented artist."
Collapsed in full view of fans
Mikaben was appearing at the 20,000-capacity Accor Arena in eastern Paris where he had been invited as a guest by the Haitian group Carimi.
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"He died after suffering a seizure on stage and despite the efforts of emergency services,” read part of the tweet by the venue's management.
An emotional video captured his last moments when the singer stopped performing and started walking backstage.
He would, however, not get there as he collapsed in full view of spectators, bringing the music to an end as medics struggled to resuscitate him.
I'm in no condition to talk, Mikaben's wife
In the wake of the singer's demise, fans across Haiti poured their condolences as radio stations and entertainment venues played his music on repeat.
Mikaben's wife Vanessa Benjamin thanked her husband's fans for their prayers and concerns but asked for privacy.
“I’m in no condition to talk. I lost my other half and have no words,” she wrote.
Vanessa, who married the singer in 2020 is pregnant with their third child.
Burial of Prince 'Waakye' Yawson: Maame Dokono, Adwoa Smart
Meanwhile, YEN.com.gh reported that veteran actor Prince Yawson, known popularly in the entertainment circles as Waakye, has been laid to rest after a pre-internment service for loved ones to bid their final goodbyes.
The famous actor died at 52 after he battled an illness for his life at the 37 Military Hospital in Accra.
His funeral service happened at the forecourt of the State House, where his family, colleague actors, and loved ones gathered to pay their last respects.
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