Barry G, Iconic Radio Broadcaster, Passes Away at 70
Barrington ‘Barry G’ Gordon, a renowned radio broadcaster, died of pneumonia on October 29 at the Savanna-la-Mar Hospital in Westmoreland, Jamaica.
Known as the “King of Radio”, Barry G was instrumental in launching the careers of King Yellowman and Beenie Man.
- He was the first radio broadcaster to play at parties and events across Jamaica and the world.
- Barry G was a regular emcee at Reggae Sunsplash.
He helped to kickstart King Yellowman and Beenie Man's careers.
Barry G's interest in radio broadcasting began during his teenage years at Kingston College. He started his career at the Jamaica Broadcasting Corporation (JBC) in 1975 as a producer.
Author's summary: Barry G, a legendary radio broadcaster, died at 70.
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