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'The Harder They Come' Actor and Reggae Legend Jimmy Cliff Dead at 81

Among those others is the legendary Jimmy Cliff, widely considered one of reggae's forerunners.

Jimmy Cliff, Singer Who Helped Bring Reggae to Global Audience, Dies at 81

His Grammy-winning records as well as his starring role in the cult movie “The Harder They Come” in 1972 boosted a career ...

Jimmy Cliff, reggae giant and star of landmark film ‘The Harder They Come,’ dead at 81

Jimmy Cliff, the charismatic reggae pioneer and actor who starred in the landmark movie “The Harder They Come,” has died at ...

Remembering Jimmy Cliff, Who Sent Reggae Soaring

The Jamaican singer-songwriter and star of ‘The Harder They Come,’ who died Monday at age 81, was pivotal in bringing the ...