Jimmy Buffett Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 7 in |
Weight | 70 kg |
Date of Birth | December 25, 1946 |
Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Date of Death | September 1, 2023 |
Jimmy Buffett was an American singer-songwriter, musician, author, actor, and businessman who was known for the release of his singles Margaritaville and Come Monday. The most captivating part of his music was his way of portraying island escapism in his songs. Aside from music, he was also a restaurateur who owned the Margaritaville Cafe restaurant chain.
Born Name
James William Buffett
Nick Name
Bubba
Age
Jimmy Buffett was born on December 25, 1946.
Died
Jimmy Buffett passed away on September 1, 2023, at the age of 76. He was reportedly diagnosed with skin cancer 4 years ago, which later progressed to lymphoma.
Sun Sign
Capricorn
Born Place
Pascagoula, Mississippi, United States
Residence
Jimmy used to divide his time between Sag Harbor, New York, and West Palm Beach, Florida.
Nationality
Education
Jimmy attended St. Ignatius School. In 1964, he completed his studies at McGill-Toolen Catholic High School. Later, he started attending Auburn University before transferring to Pearl River Community College.
In 1969, Jimmy graduated with a bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
Jimmy received an honorary doctorate in music from the University of Miami in 2015.
Occupation
Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Author, Actor, Businessman
Family
- Father – James Delaney Buffett
- Mother – Mary Lorraine Peets
- Siblings – Laurie Buffett (Sister)
- Others – James Delaney Buffett (Paternal Grandfather), Hilda Norma Seymour (Paternal Grandmother), Thomas Delos Peets (Maternal Grandfather), Bessie Love Thompson (Maternal Grandmother)
Manager
Jimmy was managed by Michael Griswold.
Genre
Gulf and Western, Country, Country Rock, Folk Rock, Trop Rock, Calypso, Easy Listening, Pop
Instruments
Vocals, Guitar, Ukulele
Labels
Barnaby Records, ABC Records, Dunhill Records, MCA Records, Margaritaville, Island Def Jam, PolyGram Records, Mailboat Records, Atlantic Records, RCA Records
Net Worth
Jimmy Buffet’s net worth was $600 million according to Celebrity Net Worth at the time of death.
Build
Slim
Height
5 ft 7 in or 170 cm
Weight
70 kg or 154.5 lbs
Boyfriend / Spouse
Jimmy had dated
Race / Ethnicity
White
James was of English, some French/Cajun, Spanish, German, and Irish, and 1/1024th First Nations descent.
Hair Color
Gray
Eye Color
Blue
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- He had described his music as a “drunken Caribbean rock ‘n’ roll”.
- His sailor suits
- Sunglasses and vacation clothes
Brand Endorsements
Jimmy had appeared in the commercials for several brands such as –
- American Express Concert Series
- Sirius/XM Satellite Radio
Jimmy Buffett Favorite Things
- Song Of His – Twelve Volt Man
Source – YouTube
Jimmy Buffett Facts
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