Jimmy Buffett’s Daughter Delaney Pens Touching Tribute to Late Singer: ‘I Will Love You Forever’
Written by djfrosty on September 7, 2023
As the music industry continues to mourn Jimmy Buffett — who died at 76 on Sept. 1 — his daughter Sarah “Delaney” Buffett shared some thoughts about her late father, how he handle the cancer he ultimately succumbed to and the legacy he left behind.
“I knew my dad my whole life but in his final days, I saw who he was: a man whose spirit could not be broken,” her message, posted Wednesday (Sept. 6), began. “Despite the pain, he smiled everyday. He was kind when he had every excuse not to be. He told us not to be sad or scared, but to keep the party going. And as much as I’d like to use that as an excuse to drink myself into oblivion worthy of his literary heroes, I know it’s not what he meant. Yes, he loved his weed and his wine, but the truth is, most of the time, he was just high on life, and that is what he wanted for everyone: to enjoy the fantastic trip that life can be.”
The 31-year-old then shed light on Buffett’s relationships with his medical team. “My dad repeatedly told us how much he appreciated the doctors, nurses, and every person who was there for him during his battle with cancer,” she continued. “So to those who took care of my dad at home and in the hospital, I want to thank you for giving us more time together. I am eternally grateful.”
After thanking friends, fans and family for their well wished amid her father’s death, Delaney extended a final thank you to her father for giving her a life that wouldn’t have been possible without his career to support them. “Finally, to my dad, thank you. You turned nothing into something and gave me everything. I will never be able to repay you or my mom for my beautiful life. I will love you forever, and I will always keep the party going (responsibly, of course).”
The “Margaritaville” singer’s death was revealed via his official website and social media accounts. “Jimmy passed away on the night of September 1st surrounded by his family, friends, music and dogs,” read the statement. “He lived his life like a song till the very last breath and will be missed beyond measure by so many.”
Buffet’s cause of death was revealed to be skin cancer.
See Delaney’s tribute message to her father in full below.