Jimmy Buffett 10 Lesser Known Facts

Jimmy Buffett 10 Lesser Known Facts

Margaritaville Origins

The iconic song "Margaritaville" was inspired by a real bar in Key West, Florida

The iconic song "Margaritaville" was inspired by a real bar in Key West, Florida

Pilot Jimmy

He's a licensed pilot and often flies his own seaplane to concerts.

He's a licensed pilot and often flies his own seaplane to concerts.

Best-Selling Author

Jimmy Buffett is a New York Times bestselling author with novels like "Where Is Joe Merchant?" and "A Pirate Looks at Fifty."

Frozen Concoction Maker

Jimmy Buffett created his own brand of frozen drink machines called the "Margaritaville Frozen Concoction Maker."

Jimmy Buffett created his own brand of frozen drink machines called the "Margaritaville Frozen Concoction Maker."

Parrotheads

His loyal fan base, called "Parrotheads," are known for their devotion and unique tailgating parties.

His loyal fan base, called "Parrotheads," are known for their devotion and unique tailgating parties.

License to Chill

He acted in films like "License to Chill" and "Hoot."

He acted in films like "License to Chill" and "Hoot."

Escape Artist

Buffett once escaped injury when his helicopter crashed in Nantucket.

Buffett once escaped injury when his helicopter crashed in Nantucket.

Oxford Alumnus

He attended the University of Mississippi and was a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity.

He attended the University of Mississippi and was a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity.

Pirate at Heart

Jimmy's love for pirates is evident; he even played a pirate in the movie "Hook."

Jimmy's love for pirates is evident; he even played a pirate in the movie "Hook."