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The world mourns the passing of the iconic Jimmy Cliff, the renowned Jamaican-born reggae singer and performer whose distinctive voice played a key role in popularizing reggae music across the globe. The artist has died at the age of 81.

“It’s with profound sadness that I share that my beloved husband, Jimmy Cliff, has crossed over due to a seizure episode and subsequent pneumonia,” posted his spouse Latifa on Instagram. “I am thankful for his family, close friends, peers in the arts and coworkers who walked with him on his journey. To all his supporters globally, please know that your support was his strength throughout his whole career … Jimmy, my darling, may you rest peacefully. I will follow your wishes.” Her post was also signed by their offspring, Lilty and Aken.

Cliff gained fame for hit songs including You Can Get It If You Really Want, I Can See Clearly Now and “Wonderful World, Beautiful People”. His optimistic sound and uplifting spirit brought him a vast and longstanding following.

Beyond his musical accomplishments, Cliff took the lead role in the 1972 crime drama “The Harder They Come”, a role that received critical praise and is viewed as a cornerstone of film in Jamaica.

He was among the select few of artists, including Bob Marley and others, to be honored with the prestigious Jamaican Order of Merit.

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