NEW YORK -- The story of Jimmy Cliff, who has died at age 81, is in part the story of reggae itself.

The musician and actor helped propel reggae into the international spotlight, thanks in part to his songs and starring role ...

Jimmy Cliff, the smooth-voiced singer who helped popularize the reggae genre, has died at 81, his wife announced on Monday.

Cliff was a native Jamaican with a spirited tenor and a gift for catchphrases and topical lyrics who joined Kingston’s ...

Jimmy Cliff’s passing at 81 marks the end of an era, leaving behind a legacy defined by groundbreaking music, influential film work, and a career that helped introduce reggae to the world.

After singing at the 1964 World’s Fair in New York, he was discovered by the British producer Chris Blackwell of Island ...

Jimmy Cliff, the Jamaican singer and actor whose music helped bring reggae to a global audience, has died at the age of 81.His wife, Latifa Chambers, shared the news on Instagram, saying: “It’s with ...