Jamaica’s legacy is deeply interwoven with the contributions of its distinguished leaders, and among the most eminent are its Governors-General. Serving as the representatives of the British monarch in Jamaica, the Governors-General have played crucial roles in safeguarding our traditions, fostering unity, and championing the causes closest to the heart of the nation. Below is a list of these remarkable individuals who, through their service, have shaped the trajectory of our island nation. Each name represents an era, a set of values, and a chapter in Jamaica’s illustrious history.
- [1962-1962] Sir Kenneth William Blackburne
- [1962-1973] The Most Hon. Sir Clifford Clarence Campbell, ON, GCMG, GCVO
- [1973-1991] The Most Honourable Sir Florizel Augustus Glasspole, O.N., G.C.M.G., G.C.V.O., C.D.
- [1991-2006] The Most Honourable Sir Howard Cooke ON, GCMG, GCVO, CD
- [2006-2009] The Most Honourable Professor Sir Kenneth Octavius Hall, ON, GCMG, OJ