TV Shows - Jimmy Cliff
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on December 21, 2024. Jimmy Cliff has appeared in 1 television series with data.
#35Saturday Night Liveas Self - Musical Guest • 2 episodes • #35 most popular showSaturday Night Live (SNL) is a live sketch comedy and variety show that has been a staple of American television since its debut in 1975. The show features a talented ensemble cast who perform a series of comedic sketches, musical performances, and celebrity impressions. SNL is known for its satirical commentary on current events and pop culture, often pushing the boundaries of social and political humor. With a new episode airing every Saturday night, SNL has become a cultural phenomenon and has launched the careers of numerous comedy legends.
Movies - Jimmy Cliff
Sorted by online popularity. Jimmy Cliff has appeared in 4 movies with data.
#4,620The Harder They Comeas Ivanhoe "Ivan" Martin • #4,620 most popular movieThe Harder They Come is a 1972 Jamaican crime film that follows Ivanhoe Martin's journey from aspiring reggae singer to a local folk hero through a series of events involving music, crime, and clashes with authority.
#4,909Marked for Deathas Himself • #4,909 most popular movie
#5,368Club Paradiseas Ernest Reed • #5,368 most popular movieClub Paradise is a 1986 American comedy film directed by Harold Ramis, featuring a star-studded cast including Robin Williams, Twiggy, Peter O'Toole, and Jimmy Cliff. The story follows a Chicago firefighter who relocates to a Caribbean island and collaborates with a resort owner to revamp the hotel, attracting tourists while battling against corrupt forces.
#6,928Marleyas Himself • #6,928 most popular movieMarley is a 2012 documentary-biographical film directed by Kevin Macdonald, chronicling the life of iconic musician Bob Marley. The film features rare footage, performances, and interviews with those closest to him, providing an in-depth look at his journey to international stardom.
Jimmy Cliff Biography
Jimmy Cliff, born James Chambers on 30 July 1944 in Saint James, Colony of Jamaica, is a Jamaican ska, rocksteady, reggae and soul musician, multi-instrumentalist, singer, and actor. He is the only living reggae musician to hold the Order of Merit, the highest honour granted by the Jamaican government for achievements in the arts and sciences. Cliff gained mainstream recognition for songs like 'Many Rivers to Cross', 'You Can Get It If You Really Want', 'The Harder They Come', 'Reggae Night', and 'Hakuna Matata', as well as his covers of Cat Stevens's 'Wild World' and Johnny Nash's 'I Can See Clearly Now' from the film Cool Runnings. He starred in the films The Harder They Come and Club Paradise, contributing to the popularization of reggae worldwide. In 2010, Cliff was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
On December 21, 2024, Jimmy Cliff had 387 Wikipedia visits, making him the #10,012 most popular actor online.
