Sass Jordan, the Canadian rock singer‑songwriter who achieved major success in the 1990s and later served as a judge on six seasons of “Canadian Idol,” died on 2 October at the age of 65. No cause of death has been disclosed.
Jordan first broke through the Canadian music scene with hit albums recorded alongside the bands Racine and Rats, establishing herself as a prominent voice in the country’s rock landscape during the 1990s. Her powerful vocals and dynamic stage presence earned her a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim.
Beyond her recording career, Jordan became a familiar television personality when she joined the judging panel of “Canadian Idol,” where she contributed to the show for six consecutive seasons. Her involvement helped shape the competition and mentor emerging Canadian talent.
“She died on 2 October surrounded by her loving family … She remains in our hearts, an inimitable force of nature. An irreplaceable being of light and joy!”
Fans and colleagues have praised Jordan’s lasting impact on Canadian music, describing her as an “inimitable force of nature” and an “irreplaceable being of light and joy.” Her legacy endures through the songs she recorded and the artists she inspired during her tenure on “Canadian Idol.”
<small>Source: The Guardian — read the original story there.</small>
