Bob Marley's grandson Jo Mersa Miley dies aged 31

The 31-year-old was the son of Stephen Marley and a grandson of the legendary Bob Marley. His death was confirmed by Rolling Stone, and a cause of death has not been announced.

Mark J Golding, Jamaica’s leader of the opposition and president of the People’s National Party, led the tributes online, writing, "The loss of a child is a devastating blow no parent should face, my condolences to Stephen & the entire family."

I’ve just learned of the tragic loss of Joseph “Jo Mersa” Marley. A talented young reggae artiste, son of Stephen Marley & grandson of Bob Marley at only 31 yrs old. The loss of a child is a devastating blow no parent should face, my condolences to Stephen & the entire family. pic.twitter.com/BJf1NLH6Qc

— Mark J. Golding (@MarkJGolding) December 27, 2022

UB40's Ali Campbell also paid tribute to the late artist, writing, "Absolutely shocked to the core. What a delightful young man, we spent some time on tour in America a few times in recent years a real Marley to the core. Wicked Sound, Beautiful Soul. Rest In Paradise Jo Mersa Marley.

Absolutely shocked to the core

What a delightful young man, we spent some time on tour in America a few times in recent years a real Marley to the core.

Wicked Sound, Beautiful Soul

Rest In Paradise Jo Mersa Marley
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— ALI CAMPBELL (@UB40) December 28, 2022

Former UB40 vocalist Matt Hoy also wrote, "This one hurt… Had the pleasure of spending many an evening chatting with this young, talented and truly beautiful soul.. R.I.P brother."

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This one hurt… Had the pleasure of spending many an evening chatting with this young, talented and truly beautiful soul.. R.I.P brother..

— Matt Hoy (@MattHoyOfficial) December 28, 2022

The 31-year-old was born in Kingston, Jamaica in 1991. In May 2021 he released his debut album Eternal.