Nicole Kidman shares heartbreaking tribute to longtime friend Jimmy Buffet following the legendary songwriter’s death aged 76

Nicole Kidman has shared a bittersweet tribute to her late boyfriend Jimmy Buffett following the American singer-songwriter’s death at age 76.

Buffett, who turned his hit “Margaritaville” into a billion-dollar business empire, passed away on Sept. 1 surrounded by loved ones.

Nicole, 56, posted on Instagram Stories on Sunday a throwback photo of Jimmy playing guitar with husband Keith Urban, 55, at a tropical bar.

She also added a second image of herself and Jimmy sitting at a table in the same room.

‘Memory of the good times (white heart emoji, hibiscus emoji). You will be missed xx,” the Hawaiian-born Australian actress wrote.

The footage is believed to have been taken during Keith’s impromptu performance with Jimmy after the Australian couple encountered the musician on the Caribbean island of St Barts.

Speak with Countdown to American country in 2020, Keith recalled, “Jimmy Buffett was (in St. Barts), and I ended up sitting with him for a few songs (laughing), just like you.”

“There was a little club he went to – it’s a bit of a long story – but he and his wife had their boat there, and they had just been on the island for a few days, and somehow we came across them in return for.’ because we were just visiting,” he continued.

Nicole shared on Instagram Stories on Sunday a throwback photo of Jimmy playing guitar with husband Keith Urban, 55, (right) in a tropical bar

She also added a second image of herself and Jimmy sitting at a table in the same room

‘Memory of the good times (white heart emoji, hibiscus emoji). You will be missed xx,” the Hawaiian-born Australian actress wrote

And he said, “Hey, we’re going to see this band play.” Do you want to come with us?’ So we went with them and then they called Jimmy to play a song. So he got up and did a few songs, and the next minute he got me up to do a few songs. It was cool.’

Jimmy’s death was confirmed through a statement posted on his official website and social media pages.

“Jimmy passed away peacefully on the night of September 1, surrounded by his family, friends, music and dogs,” the statement said.

The footage is believed to have been captured during Keith’s impromptu performance with Jimmy after the Australian couple encountered the musician on the Caribbean island of St Barts. He is pictured performing in February 2023.

Buffett, who turned his hit “Margaritaville” into a billion-dollar business empire, passed away on Sept. 1 surrounded by loved ones. Pictured in 1977, the year his smash hit ‘Margaritaville’ was released

“He lived his life like a song to the very last breath and will be greatly missed by so many.”

Buffett passed away four years ago after being diagnosed with skin cancer, a source told TMZ.

He entered hospice on Monday and was visited at his home by Paul McCartney a week ago as the former Beatle sang for Buffett and his family.

Buffett is seen in 1982, performing at the US Festival at Glen Helen Regional Park in Devore, California

From humble beginnings as a licensed petty marijuana smuggler in Key West, Buffett built a sprawling business empire based on his Caribbean-flavored soft rock that celebrated the Florida Keys, the sun, and the nightlife.

His name became synonymous with a laid-back, subtropical party atmosphere, and his legions of loyal fans, known as ParrotHeads, flocked to his restaurants, resorts and concerts. According to Forbes, Buffett had a net worth of $1 billion at his death.

Released on February 14, 1977, “Margaritaville” quickly took on a life of its own, becoming a state of mind for those who are “wasting away,” and an excuse for a life of quiet fun and escapism for those who are “aging.” , but not up.’

Buffett can be seen performing with The Coral Reefer Band at the Omni Coliseum on September 4, 1976 in Atlanta, Georgia