Derek Walcott

The funeral of Sir Derek Alton Walcott KCSL, OBE, OCC, was held on Saturday, March 25, at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Castries. Sir Derek passed away on March 17 at his home in Cap Estate, Saint Lucia. He was 87…
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Sir Derek Alton Walcott, KCSL OBE OCC, who died at home in Saint Lucia on Friday, March 17, is to receive a state funeral. The Cabinet of Ministers approved the decision on Monday, in light of the contribution by Sir Derek…
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Sir Derek, a prolific and accomplished writer who received the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1992, has left a void in the tapestry of Caribbean literature and theatre, after more than seven decades of producing inspiring literary works…
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Prime Minister Allen Chastanet has offered condolences to the wife and family of Saint Lucian poet, playwright, and Nobel Laureate, Sir Derek Alton Walcott. Sir Derek passed this morning, March 17, at his home in Cap Estate,…
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Nobel Laureate Derek Walcott KCSL OBE OCC passed away at his home about 7:30 a.m. today after a prolonged illness, the St. Lucia News Online has reported. He was 87. Walcott was a Saint Lucian poet and playwright. He received the…
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