Reggae legend dies of COVID-19

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The Caribbean American community is mourning a broadcast legend. Gil Bailey died of COVID-19 last week. Originally from Jamaica, Bailey was known as the “Godfather of Reggae Radio.” WNYC’s Beth Fertig has a remembrance. 

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