IShowSpeed Set to Link Up with PM Browne at Fryes Beach Event

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Popular internet personality IShowSpeed is expected to make an appearance in Antigua alongside Prime Minister Gaston Browne as part of a beachside football and entertainment event tied to the island’s carnival festivities.

Promotional material circulating ahead of the event shows “Gassy Dread” and “Speed” jerseys, with a scheduled kickoff at 2:00 PM on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Fryes Beach. The event is being marketed as a family-friendly beach day featuring football, music, and entertainment.

While official details on Speed’s full itinerary remain limited, his involvement is already generating buzz locally and across social media, particularly among younger audiences. Known for his high-energy livestreams and global fanbase, Speed’s presence is expected to draw significant attention and turnout.

The collaboration also signals a growing trend of blending international influencers with local events to boost visibility, especially during Antigua Carnival, often branded as “The Caribbean’s Greatest Summer Festival.”

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Comments (3)

  • Who cares May 3, 2026, 1:42 PM

    🙄😔😔😔😔😔😔😬😬😪😪😪😪
    Reply
    • Rhea May 3, 2026, 10:29 PM

      You did care cause you took the time to comment
      Reply
  • Jason May 3, 2026, 10:28 PM

    Who ever planned this, did a great job! Hands out to tourism authority on this tour today. I loved it
    Reply

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