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NYT Daily • September 7, 2025

Where Gloria Estefan was born

Answer:

HAVANA

Hint:

This vibrant capital city is known for its historic Malecón seaside boulevard and was the birthplace of the famous Cuban salsa singer.

Explanation:

This clue asks for the birthplace of Gloria Estefan, the famous Cuban-American singer. The answer is "Havana," the capital city of Cuba where she was born before moving to the U.S. as a child. It’s a straightforward reference to her well-known background, with no wordplay or hidden meaning—just a direct fact about her life.

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