Bob Marley

Robert Nesta "Bob" Marley (February 6, 1945 – May 11, 1981) was a Jamaican singer-songwriter and musician. He was the lead singer, songwriter and guitarist for the ska, rocksteady and reggae bands The Wailers (1964–1974) and Bob Marley & The Wailers (1974–1981). Marley remains the most widely known and revered performer of reggae music, and is credited for helping spread both Jamaican music and the Rastafari movement to a worldwide audience. Marl... more

Date of birth:

  • Feb 6, 1945

Date of death:

  • May 11, 1981 (age 36 years)

Place of birth:

Also known as:

  • BobMarley,
  • Marley. Bob,
  • Marley Bob,
  • Robert Nesta Marley

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Hall of fame inductee

Hall of fame inductions:

Date Hall of fame Category
  • 1994
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Injuries:

Date Type of event
  • Dec 1976

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