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Jamaican dub poet Jean ‘Binta’ Breeze dies aged 65

Written By Unknown on Thursday, August 5, 2021 | 6:16 PM

Influential pioneer touched audiences through performance, books, albums – and even Poems on the Underground

The pioneering Jamaican dub poet Jean “Binta” Breeze has died aged 65, her agents have confirmed.

Breeze, considered one of the most important and influential contemporary poets, was a regular performer at literary festivals in both the UK and across the world.

We are incredibly saddened to announce that our dear friend Jean 'Binta' Breeze MBE – poet, artist, theatre director, choreographer, actor and teacher – has died in Jamaica, aged 65.

Sending our deepest condolences to her family and friends during this terribly sad time. pic.twitter.com/yP3bkIAX4F

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