Entertainment
Grange salutes Jimmy Cliff on induction into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Thursday, March 18, 2010
MINISTER of Youth, Sports and Culture Olivia 'Babsy' Grange has congratulated international reggae artiste and actor, Jimmy Cliff, on his recent induction into the prestigious Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
In a release, Grange noted that Cliff was "most deserving" of this honour.
"Jimmy Cliff is most deserving of this prestigious award. He has produced excellent music over the years and has been a fine representative of Jamaica, bringing reggae music to the peoples of the world.
"This award recognises the impact reggae has had on the world and the invaluable role Jimmy Cliff has played in achieving that.
"Congratulations Jimmy. The whole country is proud of you," her statement ended.
Jimmy Cliff was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Monday in a ceremony held at New York's Waldorf Astoria Hotel.
 
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