Young Cuban singer Anthy L13 dies in a traffic accident in Havana

The young Cuban Anthony, known in the artistic world as Anthy L13, passed away on the night of Sunday, April 20, in a traffic accident in Havana. The teenager, hailing from the Havana municipality of San Miguel del Padrón, was a member of the musical duo El Versa and Anthy L13 and was starting to gain recognition within the urban movement of the neighborhood, one of the most popular genres among Cuban youth.

The sad news was shared on the Instagram profile of “Grammy cubanos,” dedicated to showcasing emerging artists from the community. In their post, they expressed their sorrow and pointed out that "the people of Cuba are more than in mourning." Although no specific details about the incident were provided, it is reported to have been a traffic accident. The images shared by the page show a crowd gathering at what is believed to be the scene of the event.

One of the most heartfelt messages came from his partner, El Versa, who promised to continue with the dreams they shared: “Everything we promised each other, I will fulfill, and from up there, you will laugh with the same joy as always.” They were both part of the duo El Versa and Anthy L13, which had gained visibility on digital platforms in just a few months.

The farewell of another close young person was also moving, who shared personal memories and hinted at the emotional bond they shared: “This year was yours… You had a life ahead of you. I, who had the chance to know you, to give you the best advice, and to be there for you, today feel broken”. In her message, she also mentioned that they were working together on an unpublished song that she plans to keep as a tribute.

In the comments on the video posted by "Grammy cubanos," the reactions expressed collective pain, consternation, and helplessness. "It's because of things like this that my mom doesn't let me go out," wrote one user.

The Versa and Anthy L13 were part of the new generation of the cast. On YouTube, they released tracks like “El que las recoge” (9,500 views), “Me decía,” “Patipolvo,” “Party Fiesta,” and “Pikt vs Pikt,” which was launched just a few weeks ago. Their style combined street lyrics, catchy beats, and a youthful aesthetic that positioned them as rising references in the Cuban music scene.

The news of Anthy L13's death comes just a month after another event that shocked the entertainment world: the young urban singer Mulatico Mulañé, 23 years old, was murdered in Playa municipality, in Havana. His death triggered a wave of grief among colleagues and fans, and sounded alarms about the rising violence surrounding many young artists on the island.

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