"It's with profound sadness that I share that my husband, Jimmy Cliff, has crossed over due to a seizure followed by pneumonia, said Latifa Chambers in a statement posted on Cliff's Instagram account. I am thankful for his family, friends, fellow artists, and coworkers who have shared his journey with him, she added. To all his fans around the world, please know that your support was his strength throughout his whole career. Jimmy, my darling, may you rest in peace. I will follow your wishes."
"There will forever be a part of Jimmy that will resonate and remain with my family for time to come, Jamaican-born, New York attorney Merrick J. Dammar, Esq., told Caribbean Life. As the godfather of my son Markhus, Jimmy was the first entertainer who performed at my property located at Emandee Acres, setting the standard under which we offer quality entertainment for free."
On Monday, Nov. 24, Jamaican reggae lovers and artists paid tribute to Jimmy Cliff after his death at age 81. Latifa Chambers announced that Cliff crossed over due to a seizure followed by pneumonia and thanked family, friends, fellow artists, and coworkers for sharing his journey. Their children, Lilty and Aken, also signed the statement. Cliff was born July 30, 1944, in Somerton, St. James, Jamaica, and helped introduce reggae to international audiences, notably through his performance in the film The Harder They Come (1972). Merrick J. Dammar recalled Cliff’s early performances and ownership of his first guitar. Richie Stephens called Cliff a national treasure and icon.
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