Recording Academy Issues Statement on Passing of Joan Sebastian
By: Caryn Robbins
Mexican singer and songwriter Jose Manuel Figueroa, known professionaly as Joan Sebastian, passed away Monday at his ranch in Guerrero, Mexico. He was 64.
Mara Patricia Castañeda, a Televisa journalist and friend of the singer, announced his death via Twitter on Monday night. The Recording Academy® has issued the following statement on Sebastian's passing:July 14, 2015
Joan Sebastian was undoubtedly one of Mexico's most talented and beloved musicians and performers. A four-time GRAMMY® Award winner and seven-time Latin GRAMMY winner, he wrote at least 1,000 songs and released more than 60 albums since starting his professional career at the age of 17. We have lost a truly gifted and cherished musician and our sincerest condolences go out to Joan's family, friends, collaborators and all who have been impacted by his incredible work.
Neil Portnow
President/CEO
The Recording Academy
