Remembering the legacy of Bob Marley on the 43rd anniversary of his death

On May 11, 1981, legendary reggae artist Bob Marley died in a Miami hospital at age 36 of acral lentiginous melanoma, a skin cancer that is rare but the most common type found among people of color.

Robert Nesta Marley, better known as Bob Marley, was born in Jamaica on Feb. 6, 1945. His musical career included reggae, ska and rocksteady. On May 11, 1981, the iconic Jamaican singer lost his battle with melanoma cancer. Take a look back at the reggae legend's life and career.