Cameron Buffett and Jimmy Buffett in April 2012 in New York City.Photo:Charles Eshelman/FilmMagic
Charles Eshelman/FilmMagic
Cameron Marley Buffettis remembering his late fatherJimmy Buffett.
On Saturday, Cameron shared a tribute onInstagramin honor of the tropical rock icon, whodied at age 76on Sept. 1.
He continued, “We had an amazing relationship and I miss him so much.”
Cameron also opened up about what he learned from his musician/mogul father. He concluded, “He had an amazing gift of being able to see the positive in everything, and I will try to do the same, for him.”
Slagsvol, as well as several stars includingAndy Cohen,Elton Johnand othershave also paid tributeto the “It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere” artist.
His loyal Parrothead fandom, too,celebrated his life with a paradethrough the Florida Keys, where he launched his career and lived for many years.
Jimmy Buffett.Amanda Edwards/Getty Images
Amanda Edwards/Getty Images
The singer-songwriter’s wife of 45 years shared a powerful statement on Saturday. OnBuffett’s websiteand social media she wrote alongside a photo of the couple, “As Jimmy said a few months ago, ‘growing old is not for sissies. These last few years have been unimaginably challenging for Jimmy and me, and we’re definitely not sissies."
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After thanking doctors, colleagues and friends, Slagsvol added, “Jimmy was love. Every cell in his body was filled with joy. He smiled all the time, even when he was deeply ill. And his sense of humor never wavered. Jimmy was always the optimist, always twinkling, always making us laugh. To my family. I cannot begin to express what you mean to me and Jimmy. I cherish you, I love you, and I am unfathomably grateful to you every day. You are my heart.”
source: people.com
