Reggae music is currently mourning the death of another icon, Bunny Rugs of Third World.
Rugs, whose real name is William Clarke, died on Sunday night in a Florida Hospital. He has been the lead vocalist of the iconic band Third World since 1976.
DETAILS: Third World Member Bunny Rugs Dead At 65
As news of his passing spread like wild fire, prominent members of the reggae community have been pouring out tributes and condolences to Third World and Bunny Rugs family.
These are some reactions on Twitter:
R.I.P. "William Bunny Rugs" Clarke (Third World Band)!… http://t.co/bq3fy0piaM
— Sean Paul (@duttypaul) February 3, 2014
Rest well Mr Bunny… All my love Tess…Xxx… http://t.co/LExNkbTNmI
— Tessanne Chin (@Tessanne) February 3, 2014
RIP #BunnyRugs #ThirdWorld @GrungGaadZillA and @diRealShaggy with the greats https://t.co/b8wpw7RGLX
— Will Tech© (@rayjwillz) February 3, 2014
My morning been so sad since i got a call from my good friend Bunny Rugs wife i mean i don't even know what to say than Bless his sweet soul
— Marion Hall (@LadySawDHQueen) February 3, 2014
One of the best voices the world has ever heard. RIP Bunny Rugs!!!!
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— Mr. Vegas (@MrVegasMusic) February 3, 2014
This man is very special he is a reggae legend some one said it best . Third world will not be the same .