Lead singer of Morgan Heritage, Peter Anthony Morgan reportedly passed away suddenly from a suspected heart attack on Sunday morning. He was pronounced dead by doctors in a Miami hospital.

Affectionately called ‘Peetah’, Morgan had reportedly battled diabetes for several years.

The family made a post – signed the Morgan family — of the singer’s passing stating that the died on Sunday, February 25th. The post did not reveal how he passed.

“It is out of sincere love that we share that our beloved husband, father, son and brother and lead singer of Morgan Heritage Peter Anthony Morgan has ascended today February 25th, 2024. Jah come and save us from ourselves because love is the only way,” the family wrote in the post.

“Our family thanks you in advance for your overwhelming love and support, and we ask for your continued prayers as we go through this process. We ask that you please respect our privacy during this time of healing. Thank you!”

Peetah’s distinctive voice has led Morgan Heritage on some of the biggest anthems in modern roots-reggae, including Don’t Haffi Dread (To Be Rasta), Down by the River and She’s Still Loving Me.