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Gerda Duttenhofer passes away, pioneer of Latin music

Prominent radio personality Gerda Duttenhofer has died at the age of 79, reports Radio 10.

13 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Gerda Duttenhofer passed away on Wednesday, August 12, at the age of 79. This was announced by Radio 10, where she had been a prominent voice for decades.

Duttenhofer was an influential figure in the Surinamese radio scene and was part of Radio 10 Magic FM since its inception on December 10, 1996. Her passion for music, particularly Latin music, set her apart in the industry.

With her passing, the radio world loses a distinctive personality, as also noted by Waterkant. Her contributions to radio and music broadcasting will be remembered.

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