SHERWOOD CONTENT, Trelawny — Wellesley Bolt, the daddy of Jamaican dash legend Usain Bolt, has handed away following a prolonged sickness. He died on Monday, leaving the Bolt household and the broader Jamaican group in mourning.
Wellesley was a well-known face within the stands, typically seen alongside his spouse, Jennifer, as they supported their son by his outstanding journey to world stardom.
For 15 years as much as 2017, Wellesley operated a store in Sherwood Content material, Trelawny — the identical rural group the place Usain Bolt grew up and started his journey to turning into the quickest man on this planet. Earlier than working the store, he labored on the Espresso Board for 16 years.
Recognized for his humble and supportive nature, Wellesley performed an instrumental function in nurturing Usain’s expertise from a younger age, standing by him by numerous triumphs and challenges.
Additional particulars about funeral preparations haven’t but been launched. The Bolt household has requested privateness as they mourn their loss.
