Jimmy Buffett was posthumously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on October 19, 2024, receiving the Musical Excellence Award. The ceremony featured heartfelt tributes from artists including Kenny Chesney, James Taylor, and Dave Matthews, who performed Buffett's songs to celebrate his legacy. Buffett's wife, Jane, attended the event, where Taylor praised her late husband as a 'self-made man' and a 'poet' who connected deeply with fans. Chesney reflected on their friendship and musical collaborations, while Matthews shared a personal tribute, expressing how Buffett made him feel like an old friend. Buffett's induction comes over a year after his death from skin cancer at age 76, with many fans and fellow musicians considering the honor overdue. Other inductees this year included Mary J. Blige, Cher, and Ozzy Osbourne, marking a significant night in music history.