Prominent People
Famous people born in Basseterre include:
- Bertil Fox (1951-) bodybuilder.
- Kim Collins (1976-) sprinter.
- Desai Williams (1959-) Olympic bronze medalist, (4*100m relay, 1984, for Canada.)
- Erasmus James (November 4, 1982-) Former NFL player for the Minnesota Vikings.
- Dr. George Astaphan (22 May 1946 - 18 August 2006) physician accused of doping
- Kayamba Gumbs (1972-) footballer.
- Joan Armatrading (1950-) singer.
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