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Guyana People: Artists, Influencers & Public Figures

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From Mashramani Road March queens and chutney legends to viral comedians and Test cricket heroes, Guyana has given the Caribbean some of its biggest voices. Here are the Guyanese artists, creators, athletes and leaders you should know, with links to their official accounts and newest releases.

Artists & Musicians

Omaiah Hall

Soca singer and Guyana’s 2025 Road March winner with “Breakway”.

Instagram · YouTube

Melissa “Vanilla” Roberts

Soca singer with a record run of Mashramani Road March titles since 2007.

Instagram · YouTube

Nesta

Multiple-time Calypso Queen now crossing into dancehall and reggae.

Terry Gajraj

Chutney and chutney-soca star known as the “Guyana Baboo”.

Instagram · YouTube

Eddy Grant

Reggae and pop icon behind “Electric Avenue” and “Gimme Hope Jo’Anna”.

Instagram · YouTube

Producers & DJs

Profiles of Guyana’s top producers and selectors are coming soon.

Influencers & Creators

Trini Wallz

Soca-loving influencer and host of the annual Pinknic day party.

Instagram · Facebook · TikTok

Wello (Kwame Simpson)

Creator of the viral Guyanese “Letter of the Day” alphabet series.

Instagram · TikTok · YouTube

Ronald “Kunch” Reynolds (Kunchi TV)

Comedian behind Kunchi TV and the viral “Rio Dry Swim” skit.

YouTube

Celebrities & Entertainers

More Guyanese entertainers are coming soon.

Sports Stars

Shamar Joseph

West Indies fast bowler and hero of the 2024 Gabba Test win.

Shimron Hetmyer

West Indies batter and 2016 Under-19 World Cup-winning captain.

Politicians & Leaders

Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali

President of Guyana since August 2020 (PPP/C).

Office of the President

Know a Guyanese artist, creator or public figure we should add? Tell us here. Last updated November 2026.