Nancy Pérez-Crespo, journalist, editor, and cultural promoter, passed away in Miami at the age of 84. Her death leaves a profound void in the literary and artistic community of the city.
She was known for her firmness and for being a pioneer in multiple fields, standing out for her commitment to justice and the Cuban cause.
Who was Nancy Pérez-Crespo?
He was born in Cueto, Holguín, in 1940. He went into exile in the United States in 1965. He was a key figure in the recent cultural history of Miami, as well as a prominent voice in independent Cuban journalism.
This outstanding communicator built a career dedicated to serving others, ranging from cultural promotion to humanitarian support.
Their bookstores and cultural spaces, like SIBI, became epicenters of Miami's intellectual life, bringing together figures such as Lidia Cabrera, Guillermo Martínez Márquez, and Mario Vargas Llosa.
In addition, Nancy stood out for her support of the writers and artists from the Mariel exodus and the new exiles from the 1994 rafters crisis.
She was one of the founders of the New Cuban Press Agency (NPC), supporting independent journalists and promoting the international recognition of the free press movement on the island.
During the repression of the Black Spring, his voice and actions were crucial, including organizing international efforts and publications that made visible the situation of political prisoners.
His legacy also includes a vast archive of historical documents and art that preserve the Cuban cultural memory. In his radio program "Mondays of Communication with Cuba," he interviewed key figures of the dissidence, defending their rights and needs.
Nancy Pérez-Crespo will be remembered not only for her contribution to culture and journalism, but also for her generosity and hospitality, which left an indelible mark on all who knew her.
His life and work will continue to inspire future generations in the fight for freedom and justice in Cuba.
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