OCHO RIOS, Jamaica — Jamaica is still on the mind of US late-night television host Jimmy Fallon, who has shared a collection of photos from his recent vacation on the island.
In a social media post yesterday, the 52-year-old expressed gratitude for the food, music, people and experiences that made his October visit memorable.
“Thank you, Jamaica, for the sun, the blue water, the coffee, the ackee and saltfish, the callaloo, the scotch bonnet, the jerk chicken, the patties, the KFC, the Red Stripe, the Blackwell, the GoldenEye, the music, the spirit, the people, the vibes, and for always making me feel welcome. Walk good. 🇯🇲,” he wrote.
Fallon’s visit was not limited to relaxing at a resort, as he also ventured out to meet people and experience the island’s music scene.
The 52-year-old made a surprise appearance at Lovers Rock: A Night of British Reggae, held at Ocean’s 11 Bar and Restaurant in Ocho Rios, St Ann, where he arrived alongside Wayne Jobson, a Jamaican who is an influential figure in the Southern California reggae scene.
Steve James, who launched the Lovers Rock event earlier this year, told the Jamaica Observer that Fallon’s appearance came as a surprise, despite receiving an indication that he might attend.
“When we saw him we were pleasantly surprised and delighted. His attendance was certainly an unexpected highlight of the evening,” James said.
Fallon mingled with patrons at the packed venue while enjoying the live performances.
Fallon also visited the Golden Eye, which was the home of James Bond author Ian Fleming.
In photos, Fallon shared visiting the Fleming Villa which still has his writing desk, and guests can book the villa and walk down to its own beach.

Island Records founder Chris Blackwell turned the estate into a resort, adding cottages and wooden beach huts around Oracabessa Bay.

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