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Ecuadorian Singer Paulina Tamayo Passes Away at 60

10/23/2025

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Paulina Tamayo, an Ecuadorian singer nicknamed "The Great of Ecuador," died at age 60; the death was announced on her official Instagram on October 21, 2025.
The cause of death remains undisclosed.
Tamayo released 15 albums and had songs including "Imploración de Amor" and "Parece Mentira."
Her children paid tribute, and a public funeral was held on October 21–22, attended by hundreds.

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Paulina Tamayo, an Ecuadorian singer nicknamed "The Great of Ecuador," died at age 60; the death was announced on her official Instagram on October 21, 2025.
The cause of death remains undisclosed.
Tamayo released 15 albums and had songs including "Imploración de Amor" and "Parece Mentira."
Her children paid tribute, and a public funeral was held on October 21–22, attended by hundreds.