Jimmy Buffett
Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images for Escape To Margaritaville

‘He made you realize that it was always 5 o’clock somewhere’: Tributes pour in as Jimmy Buffett, ‘Margaritaville’ singer, dies at 76

As the fun-and-sun-drenched life of musical giant Jimmy Buffett comes to an end, celebrities remember him with warmth and admiration.

Jimmy Buffett, a giant of American pop music, passed away from lymphoma on Friday, September 1. He was 76 years old.

Recommended Videos

For half a century, his fun and sun-drenched songs were the soundtrack of the lives of his margarita-loving fanbase, often dubbed Parrotheads. Author Walter Isaacson paid tribute to Buffet and his carefree lifestyle on X, formerly known as Twitter:

News anchor Jake Hamilton remembered him affectionately.

Per USA Today, Buffett was exceptionally creative and did not limit himself to music. He ventured into literature, cinema, and even Broadway. He even built a hospitality brand around his laid-back lifestyle. Buffet was a savvy entrepreneur whose curiosity and industriousness saw him achieve daunting success in his business endeavors.

Buffett boasted a net worth of $1 billion, ranking him among the wealthiest musicians in the industry. Beyond his entertainment success, Buffett founded the Margaritaville Cafe, a flourishing restaurant chain with over thirty locations. Margaritaville Holdings LLC, the parent company, also owns other restaurants and hotels.

Born in 1946 in Mississippi, Jimmy learned to sail from his grandfather and quickly fell in love with life on the tides. He made his foray into music at Auburn University and found his early fanbase in Nashville, but his identity as a musician took shape in Key West, where he started fusing Calypso with his folk-pop sound.

According to his official website, Buffett left the world surrounded by those who loved him most, “family, friends, music, and dogs.” As the world mourns his passing, the Parrotheads are sporting their signature Hawaiian shirts in his honor.

His wife, Jane, and their children, Savannah, Sarah, and Cameron survive him.


We Got This Covered is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more about our Affiliate Policy
related content
Read Article What is Rubi Rose’s age?
Rubi Rose
Rubi Rose
Rubi Rose
Read Article Taylor Swift has officially confirmed when The Eras Tour will end, and we’re not ready
Taylor Swift in the Lover era at The Eras Tour singing Cruel Summer
Taylor Swift in the Lover era at The Eras Tour singing Cruel Summer
Taylor Swift in the Lover era at The Eras Tour singing Cruel Summer
Read Article How did singer Otis Redding die?
Singer Otis Redding performing at the Monterey Pop Festival at the Monterey Country Fairgrounds on June 17, 1967 in Monterey, California. (Photo by Elaine Mayes/Getty Images)
Singer Otis Redding performing at the Monterey Pop Festival at the Monterey Country Fairgrounds on June 17, 1967 in Monterey, California. (Photo by Elaine Mayes/Getty Images)
Singer Otis Redding performing at the Monterey Pop Festival at the Monterey Country Fairgrounds on June 17, 1967 in Monterey, California. (Photo by Elaine Mayes/Getty Images)
Read Article BTS anniversary date 2024 confirmed
BTS's family portrait for their 2023 anniversary.
BTS's family portrait for their 2023 anniversary.
BTS's family portrait for their 2023 anniversary.
Read Article BTS’ Jin has been out of the military for less than 24h and is already hugging 1k fans, dancing to ‘Seven’, and performing ‘Super Tuna’
Screengrabs of Jin riding a bicycle, hugging a fan and eating some sushi during BTS Festa 2024.
Screengrabs of Jin riding a bicycle, hugging a fan and eating some sushi during BTS Festa 2024.
Screengrabs of Jin riding a bicycle, hugging a fan and eating some sushi during BTS Festa 2024.
Related Content
Read Article What is Rubi Rose’s age?
Rubi Rose
Read Article Taylor Swift has officially confirmed when The Eras Tour will end, and we’re not ready
Taylor Swift in the Lover era at The Eras Tour singing Cruel Summer
Read Article How did singer Otis Redding die?
Singer Otis Redding performing at the Monterey Pop Festival at the Monterey Country Fairgrounds on June 17, 1967 in Monterey, California. (Photo by Elaine Mayes/Getty Images)
Read Article BTS anniversary date 2024 confirmed
BTS's family portrait for their 2023 anniversary.
Read Article BTS’ Jin has been out of the military for less than 24h and is already hugging 1k fans, dancing to ‘Seven’, and performing ‘Super Tuna’
Screengrabs of Jin riding a bicycle, hugging a fan and eating some sushi during BTS Festa 2024.
Author
Manya Seisay
Manya is a Contributing Writer for We Got This Covered, who explores diverse topics, including entertainment, gaming, and new technologies.