Bob Marley, born Nesta Robert Marley (February 6, 1945 - May 11, 1981) was a Jamaican singer and songwriter whose music was almost all crossover reggae. His father was Anglo-Jamaican and his mother was Afro-Jamaican. He converted from Catholicism to Rastafarian as a young man. He married Rita Anderson in 1966 and had numerous children. His official website says he fathered 11 children. He died of a malignant melanoma under his toenail.
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The Bob Marley website has plenty of information about this noted singer and tributes to his life and music. The website also has a catalogue where you can purchase Marley's albums including singles, compilations and studio & live albums. You can also find out about the Marley family including Damian Marley and Julian Marley.
http://www.bobmarley.com
The official website of Bob Marley tells his story and shares his music, pictures, and philosophy. Also has information about the movie and news which is relevant to his fans and family.
http://www.bobmarley.com/
