The estate of Bob Marley has lined up a series of events to celebrate what would have been the reggae legend's 80th birthday. The festivities begin Thursday with an ‘Uprising' Tribute Concert livestream from the family's Tuff Gong Studios in Kingston,

The family of Bob Marley, UMe, and Island Records have announced year-long celebrations for Bob Marley’s 80th birthday.

From the pulsating beat of the keteh drum courtesy of the iconic Bongo Herman to the musical stylings of the grandchildren of the late reggae legend, the celebrations held under the theme ‘Join the Uprising’ was a most fitting tribute to the King of Reggae.

Unfortunately, Marley fell ill and died on May 11, 1981, at the age of 36 at the peak of his career. The singer was diagnosed with a form of skin cancer called melanoma, under his big toenail in 1977. Marley initially believed it to be a football injury, but after a second doctor performed a biopsy, it was determined to be cancer.

The Marley family has partnered with thousands of children from the Young Voices choir who are performing a medley of the reggae legend's classics We use cookies to give you the best online experience.

O n February 6, 2025, the one and only Bob Marley would have turned 80. The Jamaican singer and activist is one of the most respected artists in history and left an incredible leg