U-Roy was born on September 21, 1941.

Where was U-Roy born?

U-Roy was born in Jones Town, Kingston, Jamaica.

What is U-Roy known for?

U-Roy is known for their work in Acting.

Born

Sep 21, 1941Died: Feb 17, 2021

Lived 79 years

Place of Birth

Jones Town, Kingston, Jamaica

Known For

Acting

Gender

Male

Career Highlights

Movies

TV Shows

Also Known As

Ewart Beckford OD

IMDb Profile

U-Roy

Acting

Biography

Ewart Beckford OD, known by the stage name U-Roy, was a Jamaican vocalist and pioneer of toasting. U-Roy was known for a melodic style of toasting applied with a highly developed sense of timing.

Career Highlights

U-Roy

I Am the Gorgon: Bunny 'Striker' Lee and the Roots of Reggae

Heartland Reggae

Roots Rock Reggae: Inside The Jamaican Music Scene