Jimmy Cliff, Music Superstar and Cultural Icon, Passes Away at Eighty-One Years of Age
The world grieves the loss of the iconic Jimmy Cliff, the celebrated Jamaican-born musician and actor whose distinctive voice was instrumental in popularizing reggae music worldwide. The artist passed away at the age of eighty-one.
“With deep sorrow that I announce that my husband, Jimmy Cliff, has crossed over due to a seizure episode followed by pneumonia,” posted his spouse Latifa Chambers on Instagram. “I am grateful for his family, friends, fellow artists and coworkers who walked with him on his life’s path. To all his supporters globally, please know that your encouragement was his strength throughout his whole career … Jimmy, my dear, may you rest in peace. I will honor your wishes.” The message was co-signed by their children, their son and daughter.
Jimmy Cliff was beloved for hits including You Can Get It If You Really Want, I Can See Clearly Now and Wonderful World, Beautiful People. His optimistic musical style and uplifting temperament brought him a vast and longstanding fanbase.
In addition to his musical achievements, Cliff starred in the 1972 crime drama “The Harder They Come”, a role that received critical praise and is considered a landmark of film in Jamaica.
He is one of just a handful of musicians, alongside the legendary Bob Marley and other greats, to be honored with the prestigious Order of Merit from Jamaica.
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