The year 2024 has been “an amazing one” on the cricket field and in the field of entertainment for explosive West Indies batsman and Universe Boss Chris Gayle. And he’s now ready to put some more icing on the cake when he hosts his birthday bash, 40 Shades of Gayle 5.0 on Saturday in St Ann.
“I was ambassador of the T20 World Cup tournament, which helped the sport to be marketed in a major way in the USA. I was also able to participate in Cricket Legends Tournaments, and I was happy to receive my iTunes No. 1 plaque for being on an album with Morgan Heritage, Sizzla, Capleton, and Ms Lauryn Hill,” an enthusiastic Gayle told The Gleaner .
He added, “Also, my brother got married recently, and it was a great feeling to see my family together knowing we a come from a humble background where we had no running water or electricity.” The superstar cricketer, who goes by the moniker Universe Boss when wearing his entertainment hat, is currently pulling out all the stops for his annual birthday celebration, which will be at Pearly Beach in Ocho Rios. This year, the theme is ‘Retro soca pon di beach’.
“Fans can expect a retro soca beach party with celebrity guests and to see people having a great time and dancing non-stop. The liquor will be flowing, and food as well, and I look forward to patrons wearing their retro-style outfits and women in their bikinis,” Gayle shared. Gayle is a party animal, and he is often seen enjoying himself as he supports the events put.