Sir Gerald Watt KC Dies at 86

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Sir Gerald Watt KC

Antigua and Barbuda is in mourning following the passing of Sir Gerald Watt KC, former Attorney General and Speaker of the House of Representatives, who died on Saturday at the age of 86 while receiving medical care.

Sir Gerald dedicated decades of his life to public service, earning widespread respect across the legal, political, and civic spheres. Over his distinguished career, he held several of the country’s most senior and influential positions, including Attorney General, Chairman of the Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission, President of the Antigua and Barbuda Bar Association, and Speaker of the House of Representatives.

He served as Speaker for ten years before resigning from the post in 2024. During that time, Sir Gerald was known for his authoritative grasp of parliamentary procedure and his commitment to fairness, order, and democratic governance within the House.

A highly respected legal practitioner, Sir Gerald was regarded as one of Antigua and Barbuda’s foremost legal minds. He was Head of Chambers at Watt, Dorsett, Hewlett Law, where he played a pivotal role in mentoring younger attorneys and shaping the development of the legal profession. Partner Dr. David Dorsett paid tribute to him, describing Sir Gerald as “one of a kind.”

News of his passing has deeply affected the legal fraternity and the wider national community, with many reflecting on his immense contribution to the rule of law and public life.

Sir Gerald would have celebrated his 87th birthday on December 19. Tributes are expected to continue as the nation honors the life, service, and legacy of a man whose influence will long be felt in Antigua and Barbuda.

This story was first published by Antigua News on December 13, 2025: antigua.news/2025/12/13/breaking-sir-gerald-watt-kc-dies-at-86. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Comments (13)

  • YENDI T. JACKSON December 13, 2025, 7:33 AM

    May His Soul Rest In Eternal Peace
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  • Antigua Surf December 13, 2025, 7:56 AM

    Hit me like a bolder from a landslide!! RIP in peace Sir Gerald!
    Reply
  • James December 13, 2025, 8:39 AM

    RIPA YOU SERVED WELL. AND YOU LIVED LONG
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  • Kutabv December 13, 2025, 8:46 AM

    Thank you for your service to King and Country. Continued rest to you Sir Gerald.
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  • Qua December 13, 2025, 9:13 AM

    Wow. Nobody lives forever. Sleep in peace
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  • Lena December 13, 2025, 10:14 AM

    You lived. You loved. You served. Gone but will remain in history
    Reply
  • Concerned Antiguan December 13, 2025, 10:17 AM

    I remember those days in parliament. Sir Gerald wasnt easy
    Reply
  • Anonymous December 13, 2025, 5:49 PM

    Is he who coined the phrase, “to hell with constitution” may his soul continue to rest in perpetual peace
    Reply
  • Juju Bee December 13, 2025, 6:19 PM

    Imaging the man died one year after he retired. Dont just exist…LIVEEEEEEE
    Reply
  • Unruly One December 13, 2025, 8:36 PM

    KC…very intellectual man. I tell you this much…no matter how brilliant you are or what position you hold…death comes
    Reply
  • Informed citizen December 13, 2025, 9:18 PM

    Eighty-six years well lived, in service to law and country. Condolences to his family and colleagues.
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  • Concerned Antiguan December 13, 2025, 10:17 PM

    I remember those days in parliament. Sir Gerald wasnt easy.
    Reply
  • Tromos December 14, 2025, 12:17 PM

    86 is living …especially in these times
    Reply

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