Eric Eustace Williams (1911–81), the main political figure of his time and the leader of Trinidad and Tobago's major political party, was instrumental in his country's achievement of independence in 1962; he was prime minister from 1961 until his death. His successor was George Michael Chambers (1928–1997). A.N.R. Robinson (b.1926) became prime minister in 1986. Notable writers include Samuel Selvon (1923–1994) and V.S. (Vidiadhur Surajprasad) Naipaul (b.1932).
Hasley Crawford Trinidad and Tobago only 100 metre olympic gold medalist,
Ato Boldon and four-time Olympic medal winner.
Miss Universe 1977 Janelle Penny Commissiong. Miss universe 1998 Wendy Fitzwilliam. Miss world 1986 Giselle Laronde.