In Lviv, the famous Ukrainian singer, People's Artist of Ukraine Stepan Giga passed away after a long illness. He was 66 years old. The artist died on Friday, December 12, in the intensive care unit of the First Territorial Medical Association of Lviv. This was reported by ZAXID.NET.
Death of Stepan Giga: what is known
Stepan Giga had been in the hospital since November 19 in a serious condition. According to media reports, the cause of hospitalization was complications from a viral illness against the background of diabetes. Due to his critical condition, doctors were forced to perform an amputation of his leg, but they could not save the artist's life. A few days ago, medics assessed his condition as extremely difficult.
The singer's team had previously reported an urgent operation and prolonged treatment in a hospital. Family and close friends of the artist did not disclose details about the course of the illness.
Biography of Stepan Giga and his artistic journey
Stepan Giga was born in 1959 in the village of Bilky in Transcarpathia. He released his first solo album in 1995. In 1998, he received the title of Honored Artist of Ukraine, and in 2002, he became a People's Artist.
Among Stepan Giga's most famous songs are:
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«Natalia Street»
«This Dream» -
«Yavorina»
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«Gold of the Carpathians».
Stepan Giga was one of the most recognizable Ukrainian pop performers, whose music remained popular among listeners in various regions of the country for decades.