Reggae legend to be laid to rest on December 17

The nation will bid farewell to reggae legend Jimmy Cliff as he is laid to rest in an official funeral on Wednesday, December 17. The service will be held at the National Indoor Sports Centre in St Andrew, beginning at 10:00 a.m., Minister of Culture and Entertainment Olivia Grange announced on Tuesday.

Cliff, who passed away on November 24 at age 81, is being accorded an official funeral by the Government in recognition of his immense contribution to Jamaican culture and entertainment.

"Jimmy Cliff's music and artistry transcended borders and generations," Grange said in a media release. "This service will provide an opportunity for the country to bid farewell to an outstanding son of Jamaica; an icon."

The arrangements are being finalised by the Office of the Prime Minister in consultation with Grange's ministry and the family of the acclaimed musician, singer, and actor, born James Chambers in 1944.

In keeping with Cliff's wishes, the funeral service will feature only spoken word, dance, and music, celebrating the life and legacy of one of Jamaica's most cherished cultural figures.

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