Archive · 31 Oct 2025
Jamaican Radio Legend Barry G Dies at 70
A famous Jamaican radio host named Barry G, whose real name was Barrington Gordon, has passed away at the age of 70.
He died in a hospital in Westmoreland, Jamaica, from pneumonia.
Barry G started his radio career a long time ago, in the late 1970s.
He was very popular in the 1980s with his show called '2 To 6 Supermix,' making him the top DJ in Jamaica.
He was also known for his exciting radio battles with another famous DJ, David Rodigan.
Barry G worked at many radio stations throughout his career and was even given a special award for his contributions to broadcasting.
People remember his smooth voice and influential work on Jamaican radio.
Veteran Jamaican broadcaster Barrington Gordon, known as Barry G, died at age 70.
He passed away on October 29 at Savanna-la-Mar Hospital in Westmoreland.
Gordon's cause of death was pneumonia, according to a close friend.
Barry G began his broadcasting career in the late 1970s and rose to fame with his show '2 To 6 Supermix'.
He was recognized for his contributions to broadcasting with the Order of Distinction in 2010.
- Who
- Veteran Jamaican broadcaster Barrington Gordon, known as Barry G
- What
- Died at age 70
- When
- October 29
- Where
- Savanna-la-Mar Hospital in Westmoreland, Jamaica
- Why
- Pneumonia
- Full Name
- Barrington Gordon
- Known As
- Barry G
- Age
- 70
- Date of Death
- October 29
- Place of Death
- Savanna-la-Mar Hospital, Westmoreland
- Cause of Death
- Pneumonia
- Occupation
- Broadcaster/DJ