01 August 2024

• Vybz Kartel has been released from prsion after 13 years.

• He is among the most famous Dancehall stars in Jamaica and around the world.

Jamaican star Vybz Kartel has been trending after being realsed from prsion after 13 years.

Jamaica’s Court of Appeal decided against a retrial for the murder of Vybz Kartel, citing his deteriorating health and the psychological and financial impact on him.

His defense noted his severe condition, including a swollen neck and face, which has worsened over the years.

Kartel’s release has sparked jubilation among his fans and supporters across the world.

The court of appeal ruled unanimously to free Kartel and his co-accused, Shawn ‘Storm Storm’ Campbell’ Andre St John, and Kahira Jones.

His real name is Adidja Palmer
Aged 48 in 2024 (born in 1976)
Started his career as a teenager in 1993.
He is a father of 7, three of those are with Tanesha 'Shorty' Johnson and four are with other women.
Sentenced to life in 2014 for the killing of Clive "Lizard" Williams.
His murder conviction was overturned in March 2024.
His habeas corpus application (protects against unlawful and indefinite imprisonment) was denied on May 30, 2024.
Became a grandfather for the first time in 2020 while still in jail.
Released his most successful album 'King of the Dancehall' while in jail.
Released a 10-track album, 'To Tanesha', which was dedicated to his ex-girlfriend and mother of his three children, Tanesha Johnson in January 2020.
Vybz Kartel was released from prison after 13 years in prison for a murder conviction.