- Born
- DiedJanuary 12, 2025 (lung disease)
- Birth nameJacquelyn Beth Farry
- Jackie Farry was born on May 6, 1966 in New York, USA. She was an actress and producer, known for Crossover (2001), I'd Rather Be Dead Than Live in This World (2005) and Superock (1994). She died on January 12, 2025.
- Farry's career in the music industry began at Homestead Records, where she was a receptionist as the fledgling New York label was building a rep for signing influential indie rock bands in the 1980s.
- True to her trailblazer past, Farry embraced the concept of a death doula, working with Katie Klakos for several years to prepare for her passing.
- In June 2003, in the middle of a world tour with The Datsuns, she was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, a rare form of cancer.
- In 2003, Farry's life took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with cancer. Her friends rallied around her, organizing "Fuck Cancer" benefits, where bands like The Breeders and Guided by Voices performed in her honor. This support inspired Farry to create a line of "Fuck Cancer" beanies and hats, channeling her fight into helping others facing similar battles.
- Jackie Farry worked in radio promotion at Atlantic and Epic Records before becoming a tour manager for music acts like Elliott Smith, The Lemonheads and Jon Spencer Blues Explosion.
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