Reggae singer Frankie Paul dies

One of dancehall's biggest stars during the 1980s and 1990s

Written by WIC News News Desk

Published

Updated

Jamaican reggae starĀ Frankie Paul died on Thursday, his family announced.

He was 52 years old.

He was best known for a string of hits in the 1980s, including Sarah, Tidal Wave, Cassanova and Worries in the Dance.

Paul was born blind, which led to him being dubbed the 'Jamaican Stevie Wonder', although an operation did restore some of his vision.

The musician had been admitted to the University Hospital of the West Indies last month, suffering from kidney complications.

In January 2016 he underwent surgery to amputate a foot and part of his leg.

Author Profile

The WIC News News Desk delivers timely and reliable coverage of stories from across the globe. From breaking developments to in-depth reports, the desk provides readers with balanced perspectives on politics, business, culture, technology, and world affairs. Its role is to ensure audiences have access to credible information on issues shaping both regional and international landscapes.