Falsetto vocalist Darren Benitez, who won a Na Hoku Hanohano Award, passed away on Thursday. He was 57. Twelve years after graduating from Waianae High School in 1983, Clifford Darren Benitez made his music debut with the publication of his debut album, “Broken Hearts,” in 1995.

Cause of death

The Hawaiian music scene and Darren Benitez’s admirers are in a state of mourning despite the fact that the cause of his death is still unknown. He was living in Makaha Valley, Hawaii, even though his hometown was Halawa, Hawaii, at the time of his dying.

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Murder Rumors

Late in the night, a neighbour reported to police that he heard Benitez’s car departing and saw persons entering and exiting the apartment building. According to police, Benitez’s automobile was involved in an accident hours later, and the occupants fled the scene. Police have designated his death as an unattended death for the time being.

Net Worth

Before his death, he accumulated an estimated net worth of at least $500,000.

Career

In the Hawaiian entertainment industry, Darren Benitez, a well-known guitarist and performer, occupied a unique and treasured position. He resided in Makaha Valley, Hawaii, and attended Waianae High School. His background in Halawa, Hawaii, significantly influenced his life and his love of music. He cherished the times he spent listening to performances by his mother and uncle. He was joined by his sister Sheryl Sanchez McKeague, his uncle Stan Washington, and his cousins Laura Benitez Bloom, Darrell Bloom, Yolanda Bottomley, and Cloryssa Ann Richbow, among other members of his immediate family. Duane Kakakanui was a beloved family member as well. Darren Benitez’s connections and artistic path revealed close ties to his illustrious Hawaiian family and ancestry.

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Tributes

As news of Darren Benitez’s death began circulating online, several people took to the internet to pay tribute to the talented singer. Amy Hanaialii, who confirmed the singer’s death through a Facebook post, wrote:

“I am so saddened by the news of one of dearest entertainers passing, Darren Benitez. What a blessed voice. One of my favourites is Leo Ki’eki’e. They don’t make voices like Darren. I know you are with your beloved Momma so happy I got to see you on Mother’s day. I will miss you. Your voice greeted me saying aloha Babes.”

In a statement to KITV News, Benitez’s longtime friend, radio host, and DJ Shannon Scott said:

“I mean it was just heartbreaking. And one thing after another. Good friend Bill Sapolu — Honolulu’s finest and A Touch of Gold — just passed away this past week. Maui, and then now this, and it’s just one thing after another and it’s like, oh my gosh, it’s just heartbreaking especially when it’s not your time.”