Legendary Derrick Harriott ‘checks out’

Howard CampbellJournalist at Jamaica Observer

October 25, 2026

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Derrick Clifton Harriott, who excelled as a singer, producer, and record label owner, died at his St Andrew home on October 24.

Lorna Thomas, his friend of over 60 years, confirmed his passing in an interview with the Jamaica Observer. She said he died just after midnight, less than one week after leaving Medical Associates Hospital in St Andrew.

Full coverageDerrick Harriott Dies at Home in St Andrew After Illness5 reports

Thomas disclosed that Harriott had been ailing for some time, but his condition deteriorated since August when he was hospitalised twice.

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