Robbie Shakespeare was a Jamaican-American actor and musician, best known for his roles in Colors (1988), Speed 2: Cruise Control (1997), and Boomerang (1992). He was a prominent figure in the music scene, recognized for his contributions as a bass player and producer.
Personal and Family Life
Robbie Shakespeare was born on September 27, 1953, in Kingston, Jamaica. He was married to Marian and had one child. Robbie had a deep passion for music, particularly reggae, as well as genres like Motown and Philly Sound.
Death and Legacy
Robbie Shakespeare passed away on December 8, 2021, in Miami, Florida, due to complications from kidney and liver transplants. His legacy lives on through his influential work in music and film, as well as the lasting impact of the Taxi label he co-founded with Lowell ‘Sly’ Dunbar.
Filmography
| Category | Title | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Actor | Third World Cop | 1999 |
| Actor | Don Next Door | 1999 |
| Actor | Sly and Robbie: Superthruster | 1999 |
| Actor | Simply Red Feat. Sly & Robbie: Night Nurse | 1997 |
| Actor | Bob Dylan: Don’t Fall Apart on Me Tonight | 1985 |
| Actor | Bob Dylan: Sweetheart Like You | 1983 |
| Actor | Rockers | 1983 |