1. Vybz Kartel (1976)

Jamaican Dancehall Artiste

Reggae and dancehall artist known for the singles "Turn & Wine" and "Romping Shop." In 2014, he was sentenced to life in prison for murder.

2. Carl Douglas (1942)

Jamaica Singer

Jamaican singer who shot to stardom following the release of his 1974 martial arts homage "Kung Fu Fighting," which would go onto become one of the best-selling singles of all...

3. Tessanne Chin (1985)

Reggae Fusion Recording Artist

Jamaican recording artist who toured with reggae singer Jimmy Cliff  for three years before winning season 5 of the competition show The Voice.

4. Bunny Wailer (1947)

Jamaican Singer-songwriter

Also known as Jah B, he rose to prominence as a member of the influential reggae ensemble The Wailers alongside Bob Marley.

5. Arthur William Savage (1857)

Entrepreneur

Arthur William Savage is a famous Entrepreneur, who was born on May 13, 1857 in Jamaica. Invented the lever-action rifle called the Savage Model 99. He was the founder of...

6. Anthony B (1976)

Jamaican Musician

DJ and reggae musician who has released over 30 albums since 1996. He has also released 1000 singles and appeared on over 100 albums in the same timeframe. He has 300,000...

7. Charly Black (1980)

Pop Singer

Dancehall recording artist who released the hit single "Fall in Love Again" in early 2011 and collaborated on Wayne Marshall's Thank God It's Christmas with fellow Dancehall legends Sean Paul,...

8. Damion Stewart (1980)

Footballer

Defender who played for Harbour View from 1999 to 2006, joining the Queens Park Rangers in 2006 and Bristol City in 2010.

9. Marcus Garvey (1887)

Jamaica-born British Political A

Iconic leader in the Black nationalism and Pan-Africanism movements who believed that all Americans and Europeans of African descent should return to Africa.

10. Claude McKay (1889)

Jamaican American Writer Poet

Jamaican-American poet and author associated with the Harlem Renaissance and known for such novels as Home to Harlem, Banana Bottom, and Banjo. His poetry collections include Songs of Jamaica and...

11. Patrick Ewing (1962)

Basketball Player

Hall of Fame New York Knicks center who scored over 20,000 career points and was named to 11 NBA All-Star teams over the course of his 16-year career.

12. Violet Brown (1900)

Supercentenarian

Famous for being the oldest Jamaican person ever and first verified Jamaican supercentenarian. She became the world's oldest person as of April 2017 until her death at the age of...

13. George Headley (1909)

Professional Cricketer

West Indian cricketer who is considered to be one of the sport's all-time greatest players.

14. Evan Parke (1968)

Jamaican Actor

Jamaican-born American actor who is known for appearing in a range of feature films and television programs. He is best recognized for his role as Hayes in the 2005 film King...

15. Mad Cobra (1968)

Jamaican Musician

Born Ewart Everton Brown and better known as Mad Cobra, this reggae and dancehall vocalist is famous for a number of Jamaican hits, including "Gundelero," "Yush," and "Na Go Work."...

16. Lesa-Gayle Wee Tom (1989)

Reality Star

Lesa-Gayle Wee Tom is a famous Reality Star, who was born on March 23, 1989 in Jamaica. Former beauty queen and reality star who first became widely known for starring...

17. Shabba Ranks (1966)

Jamaican Dancehall Musician

Jamaican dance hall artist who sang the chart-topping 1990s single "Mr. Loverman" and other hits like "None a Dem."

18. Diana King (1970)

Jamaican Musician

Jamaican-born singer who backed up The Notorious B.I.G. on his song "Respect."

19. Daniel Bambaata Marley (1989)

Family Member

Daniel Bambaata Marley is a famous Family Member, who was born on July 12, 1989 in Jamaica. Grandson of the late Bob Marley and the son of Ziggy Marley. He...

20. Koffee (2000)

World Music Singer

Koffee is a famous World Music Singer, who was born on February 16, 2000 in Jamaica. Singer and rapper who began receiving major attention when her 2017 song “Legend” became...

21. I-Octane (1984)

Dancehall Musician

Jamaican reggae and dancehall artist known for injecting messages of positivity and social consciousness into his music. Some of his most popular songs include "Mama You Alone" and "No Love...

22. Alaine Laughton (1978)

Jamaican Singer

Former investment banker for JP Morgan and Chase whose music career was launched by the release of her 2005 single "No Ordinary Love." She proceeded to released the albums Sacrifice,...

23. Wayne Wonder (1972)

Jamaican Musician

Jamaican reggae fusion artist known for hit singles like Bounce Along and No Letting Go. He launched his own record label, called Singso, in 2000.

24. Cutty Ranks (1965)

Jamaican Musician

Reggae singer known for his albums Six Million Ways to Die, Back with a Vengeance, and Hard For It as well as the single "The Bomber."

25. Richie Spice (1971)

Jamaican Musician

Born Richell Bonner, he is a Jamaican reggae singer who released the singles "Youth Dem Cold" and "Groovin' My Girl."

26. Tanya Stephens (1973)

Jamaican Reggae Singer

Jamaican reggae singer known for her hits "Yuh Nuh Ready Fi Dis Yet" and "It's a Pity" after her 1994 debut album Big Things a Gwaan.

27. Queen Ifrica (1975)

Reggae Singer-songwriter

Reggae star who has found great popularity with such songs as "Daddy," "Far Away" and "Serve and Protect." Her sophomore album Climb (2017) topped Billboard's Reggae Albums chart.

28. Cherine Anderson (1984)

Reggae Singer

Jamaican singer known for her work in the reggae, dancehall, hip-hop, and R&B genres. Also an actress, she appeared in several Jamaican films of the late 1990s and early 2000s,...

29. Evan Taylor (1989)

Footballer

Midfielder who made his professional debut for Reno in 2008 and joined the Jamaican national team that same year.

30. Yohan Blake (1989)

Jamaican Sprint Athlete

Jamaican sprinter nicknamed The Beast, he took silver in the 200m and 100m races at the 2012 London Games.

31. Shenseea (1996)

Reggae Singer

Jamaican Dancehall singer who went viral with her hit song "Loodi," which received over one million hits on YouTube within the first week of its release. She has amassed more...

32. Cedella Booker (1926)

Jamaican Singer And Writer

Known as The Keeper of the Flame, Booker was a singer, writer, and the mother of Bob Marley.

33. Skip Marley (1996)

Reggae Singer

Reggae singer known for being a member of the Marley family. He released his debut song, "Cry To Me," in April of 2015.

34. Ruth Williams (1926)

All-american Girls Professional

Pitcher in the All-American Girls Professional League from 1946 to 1953; began her career with the Racine Belles and played her last four seasons with the Kalamazoo Lassies.

35. Tommy McCook (1927)

Jamaican Musician

Founding member of The Skatalities who has also worked as a director for The Supersonics.

36. Jesse Royal (1989)

New Zealand Rugby League Player

Reggae singer known for singles like "Modern Day Judas" and "Preying on the Weak," he was named JARIA Breakthrough Artist of the Year. He's gained significant popularity on Instagram with...

37. Simon Brown (1963)

Boxer

Jamaican boxer nicknamed "Mantequilla" who earned IBF, WBC and Lineal Welterweight titles during his dominant career. He defended his IBF title a total of nine times and rattled off twenty-one...

38. Joe Harriott (1928)

Jamaican Musician

Free-form jazz pioneer who influenced many British jazz musicians like Evan Parker and John Stevens.

39. Alf Valentine (1930)

Cricketer

Jamaican-born cricketer best known for his success in his West Indies team's 1950 British tour.

40. Yendi Phillips (1985)

Jamaican Model

Jamaican beauty pageant contestant who won the 2007 Miss Jamaica World and 2010 Miss Jamaica Universe competitions.

41. Dizzy Reece (1931)

Jamaican Musician

Trumpeter and composer known for his work in the jazz and hard bop musical genres. He released four acclaimed albums on the Blue Note record label: Blues in Trinity in...

42. Harold McNair (1931)

Jamaican Musician

Jazz and calypso saxophonist and flautist who collaborated with many jazz greats during his life, including Terry Cox.

43. John Barnes (1963)

Sound

Jamaican-born English left-winger who played in the Premier League for Newcastle United and Liverpool and internationally for England. He went on to become a commentator for ESPN and SuperSport.

44. Stephen Marley (1972)

Actor

Grammy Award-winning reggae musician who is the son of the great Bob Marley and a member of Ziggy Marley & The Melody Makers. He has released albums like Mind Control in 2007.

45. Cedella Marley (1967)

Jamaican Musician

Singer, author, and fashion designer best known as a member of the famous Marley clan and their Melody Makers band.

46. Darren Mattocks (1990)

Footballer

Jamaican forward who began his MLS career with the Vancouver Whitecaps FC in 2012.

47. Dalton Harris (1993)

Pop Singer

Singer who rose to fame after winning season 15 of The X Factor (UK). He sang "Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word" by Elton John and moved judge Ayda Field to tears. He released...

48. Usain Bolt (1986)

Jamaican Athlete

Record-breaking sprinter who earned the nickname "Lightning Bolt" and became the first man to win gold in the 100 meter event at three separate Olympics in 2008, 2012 and 2016....

49. Byron Lee (1935)

Jamaican Musician

Jamaican musician and record producer known for being the leader of Byron Lee and the Dragonaires. He is said to have introduced the electric bass guitar to Jamaica around 1960.

50. J Capri (1991)

World Music Singer

Late Jamaican dancehall singer known for her hit singles like "Boom and Bend Over" and "Pull Up to Mi Bumper." The rising artist died tragically in December 2015 after succumbing...