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Raul Malo, co-founder and frontman of The Mavericks, died following a battle with cancer.His wife, Betty Malo, announced his passing, noting his long public struggle with colon cancer and leptomeningeal disease (LMD), which led The Mavericks to cancel tour dates.Malo, born Raul Francisco Martínez-Malo Jr. in Miami, leaves behind a legacy of multicultural American music, including a Grammy and several Country Music Association and Academy of Country Music Awards, alongside his advocacy for music education.
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