Remembering Bob Marley Remembering Bob Marley May 11, 2011 marks the 30th anniversary of iconic reggae singer Bob Marley’s death. To honor the legend’s life, we take a look at how he grew from modest beginnings to one of the world’s most beloved musical icons. Early years Born: Feb. 6, 1945 in a small village in Jamaica. His parents: Bob Marley was born to his mother Cedella Booker and his father Norval Sinclair Marley who was from another country. Childhood friend: Bob and his closest childhood friend Neville “Bunny” Livingston were later raised as stepbrothers in a poor neighborhood in Kingston. His career The Wailers: Together with Bunny Wailer and noted reggae musician Peter Tosh, Bob formed “Bob Marley & The Wailers” in 1963.See images of the band’s album covers. Hits: The Wailers had numerous hits including groundbreaking tunes like “Get Up, Stand Up” and “I Shot the Sheriff” which regained popularity after another music legend covered it. Break-up: In 1974...