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Oswaldo Gomezbetter known to most as Ms Colombia, the beloved performer and NYC fixture whose colorful outfits and good cheer made her immediately recognizable and unforgettable to all who met herhas died. She was 64. Police say that Ms Colombia, who lived in Jackson Heights, was found in the waters off Jacob Riis Park on Wednesday morning around 3:30 a.m. She was pronounced dead at the scene; the medical examiner will determine the cause of death. At this time, police say ...they do not suspect foul play, but the investigation remains ongoing. "I'm really heartbroken to hear Ms Colombia has died," said Daniel Albanese, who runs The Dusty Rebel, and who photographed Ms Colombia several times in recent years at various parades and events, where she was a mainstay. "Always smiling and full of joy, Ms Colombia was a true New York icon, and one of my favorite people to photograph. At any given parade, even in sea of dazzling costumes, Ms Colombia always stood out. People flocked around her, amazed at her unconventional use of fashion, as well as the assortment of animals that usually accompanied her to events. I can't imagine this city without her."