Death of Stepan Higa
On December 12, 2023, the Ukrainian singer Stepan Higa died in Lviv. The artist was 66 years old. He had been in the intensive care unit of the First TMO of Lviv since November 19, fighting for his life for three weeks due to a severe condition caused by complications from a viral illness.
On December 8, 2023, blogger Bohdan Bespalov reported that Stepan Higa suffered complications due to diabetes. Doctors had to amputate his leg to save the artist's life. His condition was very serious, which unfortunately led to a tragic end.
Creativity and Legacy
Stepan Higa was born on November 16, 1959, in the village of Bilky, Irshava District, Zakarpattia Oblast. In 1983, he enrolled at the Kyiv Conservatory, and by 1988 he became a soloist of the Zakarpattia Regional Philharmonic. The artist's popularity grew due to his creativity, particularly with the release of his first solo album 'My Friends' in 1995.
In 2002, the album 'Natalia Street' sold a million copies, marking a significant achievement in the singer's career. Stepan Higa was awarded the title of Honored Artist of Ukraine in 1998, and in 2002 he received the title of People's Artist of Ukraine. His songs, such as:
- Natalia Street
- This Dream
- Yavorina
- Gold of the Carpathians
- Third Toast
- Pines Do Not Know Autumn
left a significant mark on Ukrainian music culture. In 2022, his compositions became popular on TikTok, signaling the relevance of his creativity even in the modern music landscape.
Stepan Higa will be remembered by fans as a talented artist who made a significant contribution to Ukrainian music.
The death of Stepan Higa was a great loss for the Ukrainian music community and his fans. An artist who gained fame due to his creative accomplishments and popular songs left behind a rich legacy that will continue to live in people's hearts.
His contribution to the development of Ukrainian music is invaluable, and his creativity will remain relevant for new generations of listeners.