Baccara star Maria Mendiola has died at the age of 69. The singer - who formed one half of the Spanish pop duo - passed away in Madrid surrounded by her family on Saturday (11.
09. 21). Cristina Sevilla, her bandmate, wrote on Instagram: "My dear Maria, a wonderful artist but above all my friend left us today. "I can only thank so much love for how I have received from you. " The singer's family said in a statement: "She will always be remembered for her love, dedication and respect for the world of music and interpretation.
We will always remember her smile. " Maria formed Baccara with Mayte Mateos in 1977, when they were both working as flamenco dancers on the Spanish island of Fuerteventura.
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