Jimmy Cliff Carried Jamaica Far Beyond Its Shores, Says PM Holness

Paying Tribute to Jimmy Cliff, Thousands of Fans Turn Out for Reggae Icon

Thousands recently gathered in Kingston to celebrate the life and legacy of reggae legend Jimmy Cliff, honoring his wishes for a joyful, uplifting farewell rather than a somber goodbye. “Jimmy didn’t want a sad or serious occasion,” said Minister of Culture Olivia Grange. “He gave his life to music and to uplifting people.” Cliff, best known for classics such as Many Rivers to Cross and his starring role in the landmark 1972 film The Harder They…

Jimmy Cliff carried Jamaica far beyond its shores, says PM Holness

LEGENDARY reggae singer and actor Jimmy Cliff, was on Wednesday hailed as one of Jamaica’s greatest cultural ambassadors by Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness, who also applauded the late superstar for using his talent to uplift the world. “Today we pause not simply because a great artiste has passed, but because a great soul has completed his earthly journey. We pause to honour a man whose voice, music, and spirit...

Jimmy Cliff (1944-2025) - Find a Grave Memorial

Reggae Musician, Singer, Songwriter, and Actor. He became internationally recognized as one of the most influential figures in Jamaican music and one of the central artists responsible for bringing reggae to a global audience. Born in St. James, Jamaica, he began writing songs at a young age and pursued music while still in school. His early recordings attracted attention in Kingston, where he continued to develop his talent in the city's emergi…