Nancy Pérez-Crespo, journalist, editor and cultural promoter, died in Miami at the age of 84. Her death leaves a deep void in the city’s literary and artistic community.
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.
Its bookstores and cultural spaces, such as 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 of the Mariel exodus and the new exiles of the 1994 rafters crisis.
She was one of the founders of the Nueva Prensa Cubana (NPC) agency, supporting independent journalists and promoting international recognition of the free press movement on the island.
During the repression of the Black Spring, his voice and actions were crucial, including the organization of international efforts and publications that made the situation of political prisoners visible.
His legacy also includes a vast archive of historical documents and art that preserve Cuban cultural memory. In his radio program “Monday of Communication with Cuba”, he interviewed key dissident figures, defending their rights and needs.
Nancy Pérez-Crespo She 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.
