Bob Marley's grandson, reggae artist Joseph 'Jo Mersa' Marley, passes away
Condolences are pouring in for reggae artist Joseph Jo Mersa' Marley, the son of Grammy winner Stephen Marley and the grandson of the legendary Bob Marley.
The entertainment industry is mourning the loss of another star.
Joseph 'Jo Mersa' Marley has died at the age of 31.
According to several media reports, Jo died of an asthma attack and was found unresponsive in his car on Tuesday, December 27.
The 'Comfortable' hitmaker was the the grandson of reggae legend Bob Marley and Stephen Marley's son. Stephen is the son of reggae legend Bob Marley and Rita Marley, and has won eight Grammy Awards.
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Joseph was born in Jamaica on 12 March 1991 and raised in Miami.
In 2010, he released 'My Girl' with his cousin, Daniel Bambaata Marley.
In 2014, he released one of his biggest hits, 'Comfortable'.
The star leaves behind his wife and daughter.
See messages of condolence below:
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I am deeply saddened by the news that artiste Joseph Marley, son of Reggae star, Stephen Marley and grand son of Reggae super star, Bob Marley has died.
— Hon.Olivia Grange (@Babsy_grange) December 27, 2022
We were graced by Joseph,whose stage name was Jo Mersa, performing at our Jamaica 60 Launch in Miramar, Florida, USA in May. pic.twitter.com/6DyHkYcNsI
I’ve just learned of the tragic loss of Joseph “Jo Mersa” Marley. A talented young reggae artiste, son of Stephen Marley & grandson of Bob Marley at only 31 yrs old. The loss of a child is a devastating blow no parent should face, my condolences to Stephen & the entire family. pic.twitter.com/BJf1NLH6Qc
— Mark J. Golding (@MarkJGolding) December 27, 2022
Joseph Mersa Marley, Grandson of Bob Marley Passes away @ age 31, devastating news , a parent should not be burying their child, May his soul rest in peace and healing rest on his family...We hare the generation that don't reach 40 no more 💔🕯️ pic.twitter.com/0ucwysju8c
— Charlieafrikka (@JohnsonAwalle) December 28, 2022
My deepest condolences to Stephen Marley and the entire Marley family. May Joseph Marley, better known as Jo Mersa, rest in peace!! My goodness!!!!!! pic.twitter.com/XOVOBaRUDJ
— Maliika Walker (@maliikawalker) December 27, 2022
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