Reggae artist Ryan ‘Kush’ Riley, brother of Tarrus Riley, dies at 38

Jamaican artist Ryan Riley, also known as Kush Riley and son of legendary reggae singer Jimmy Riley, has passed away at the age of 38.

The news was shared by his older brother, reggae star Tarrus Riley, on Instagram Tuesday. Tarrus expressed his grief in a heartfelt post, writing, “Rest Ez 👑Ryan Only Jah Knws💔,” and continued, “My Younger Brother Ryan that many of u know and Love worldwide has made his Transition and is no longer here with us in the Flesh. Sleepless Days n Restless Nights Trying to make it make sense …💔.”

Tarrus described his brother as a “warrior” who lived life on his own terms. “He lived the life he loved and loved the life he lived,” Tarrus said, calling him “1 of 1” and asking for divine guidance to grant his brother “perfect peace.” No cause of death has been disclosed.