A well-known figure in the Haitian music scene, Gary Didier Perez, former lead singer of the band Zenglen, has been facing a series of medical challenges over the past few years that have deeply impacted his life.
Despite a career marked by vibrant performances and an iconic voice in konpa music, the stage has faded into the background, giving way to a much more personal battle: the fight for his survival.
In 2021, the public learned that the artist was suffering from kidney failure. Two years later, on October 12, 2023, he underwent heart surgery — a difficult but successful procedure. In January 2025, he revealed that he had spent eight days in the hospital, exhausted but still fighting. This May, a new diagnosis was added to his list of health issues: diabetes.
In response to this alarming situation, the founder of the band Ozone launched a fundraising campaign to raise $40,000 USD. The goal is simple: to help Gary Didier Perez access specialized medical care and regain a quality of life worthy of his journey.
Behind the artist is a determined man, now weakened, who hopes to rely on the public’s generosity and the solidarity of the cultural community. More than just a call for help, this initiative serves as a reminder that even the strongest voices sometimes need support.
