This was announced by the Minister of Culture, Carlos Aguilar through his official Twitter account, which extended his condolences to his family, colleagues, friends both in Panama and around the world.
Maestro Paz lent his talent along with so many great artists such as Benny More, Celia Cruz, Pedro Vargas and musical groups such as Fania All Stars, among others.
The cause of death is not yet known.
With his unfortunate death, Panama says goodbye to an icon of music of all time and a Panamanian who always put the name of his country in style.