The world is mourning the death of another legend, Jamaican born Grammy award winner and notable actor, Louie Rankin.
Rankin, who was best known for his roles in “Belly” as Ox and in “Shottas” as Teddy Brukshot, was killed in a car crash while in Canada.
Many of Rankin’s friends paid tribute to him via social media. See posts below:
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Rankin, whose real name is Leonard Forbes, became a household name in 1992 with the release of his single “Type Writer” which would later win him a Grammy.
Details of the car accident are still coming out and we will keep you updated.
We’re sending our condolences our to Rankin’s family, friends, and loved ones.