List of Gibraltarians facts for kids

People of Gibraltar, 1863.

Gibraltarians gather around The Rock during a special celebration in 2004.

The people of Gibraltar are called Gibraltarians. They are also known as Llanitos/as or in Spanish, Gibraltareños/as. They are a unique cultural group from the British overseas territory of Gibraltar.

This list shares some famous Gibraltarians and people born in Gibraltar, organized by what they are known for.

Academics and Thinkers

• Daniella Tilbury, a university professor and the leader of the University of Gibraltar.
• Alfred Hermida, a media expert, author, and journalist. He was a professor at the University of British Columbia and helped start The Conversation Canada, a news website.

Actors

• Levy Attias (1924–2010), famous for playing Juan Cervantes in the British TV comedy show Mind Your Language.
• Nicholas Boulton, an actor who has worked in theater, movies, and radio. He has played many important roles, including for the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Musicians and Bands

• Albert Hammond (b. 1944), a well-known singer and songwriter.
• John Oates (b. 1948), a famous American musician, best known as half of the rock and soul duo Hall & Oates. His father was Gibraltarian.
• Charles Ramirez (b. 1953), a guitar professor at the Royal College of Music.
• Taxi, a popular pop rock band from Gibraltar.
• Breed 77, a rock band that included members like Stuart Cavilla, Peter Chichone, Danny Felice, Paul Isola, and Pedro Caparros Lopez.
• Surianne Dalmedo, a rock musician and singer.

Painters

• Gustavo Bacarisas (1873–1971), a well-known painter.
• Christian Hook (b. 1971), another notable painter.

Writers

• Henry Francis Cary (1772–1844), an author and translator.
• M. G. Sanchez, a writer.
• Thomas Finlayson, a historical researcher and author.

Designers

• John Galliano (b. 1960), a very famous fashion designer who used to be the head designer for Dior. He has won the British fashion designer of the year award four times.

Historians

• Sam Benady, a historian.
• Clive Finlayson MBE (b. 1955), a zoologist and expert on ancient humans and fossils. He is the Director Chief Scientist at the Gibraltar Museum and helps manage the Gorham's Cave Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Geraldine Finlayson GA, the managing director of the Gibraltar Museum.
• Tito Benady (b. 1930), a historian.

Media Personalities

• Davina Camilleri, a radio and television presenter for the Gibraltar Broadcasting Corporation.
• Gerard Teuma, another radio and television presenter for the Gibraltar Broadcasting Corporation.

Military Officers

• James Henry Craig (1748–1812), a British general who led a successful mission to capture the Dutch Cape Colony.
• Frederick Stanley Maude (1864–1917), a British General who led a successful campaign to capture Baghdad during World War I.
• William Rooke Creswell (1855–1933), an Australian naval officer often called the 'father' of the Royal Australian Navy.
• Wallace Duffield Wright (1875–1953), a Brigadier in the British Army who received the Victoria Cross for his bravery.
• Rear Admiral Sir Home Riggs Popham (1762–1820), a Royal Navy commander known for creating a signal code used by the Royal Navy.

Politicians

• Joe Bossano (b. 1939), the fourth Chief Minister of Gibraltar, a top political leader.
• Peter Caruana QC (b. 1956), the fifth Chief Minister of Gibraltar.
• Fabian Picardo (b. 1972), the current (sixth) Chief Minister of Gibraltar.
• Sir Joshua Hassan (1915–1997), the very first Chief Minister of Gibraltar.
• Joseph Garcia PhD (b. 1967), the leader of the Liberal Party of Gibraltar.
• Felix Alvarez (b. 1951), who started the Equality Rights Group to fight for equal rights.
• Angela Smith, who helped create the Gibraltar Women's Association.

Religious Leaders

• Peter Emmanuel Amigo (1864–1949), a Roman Catholic bishop in England.
• Charles Caruana (1932–2010), a Roman Catholic Bishop of Gibraltar.
• Mark Miles, a priest who represents the Holy See (the Vatican) to the Organization of American States.

Scientists

• William George Penney (1909–1991), a physicist who helped develop British nuclear technology after World War II.

Sportspeople

• Eva Carneiro, a sports medicine specialist.
• Amanda Carreras, a tennis player.
• Danny Higginbotham, a former footballer.
• Tony Macedo (b. 1938), a football goalkeeper who played for Fulham Football Club.
• Alison Nicholas MBE, an English professional golfer with four LPGA tour wins.
• Many footballers like Ethan Britto, Kyle Casciaro, Lee Casciaro, Ryan Casciaro, Joseph Chipolina, Roy Chipolina, Tjay De Barr, and Liam Walker.
• Dylan Duo (b. 1977) and Dyson Parody (b. 1984), darts players.
• Georgina Cassar, a rhythmic gymnast.

Other Notable People

• Kaiane Aldorino (b. 1986), who was crowned Miss World 2009 and later became the Mayoress of Gibraltar.
• Maroua Kharbouch (b. 1990), who was Miss Gibraltar in 2013.
• Nicholas Reed (b. 1963), an Oscar-winning film producer.
• Mariola Summerfield (1927–2021), an important women's rights activist.

People of Gibraltarian Descent

These are people whose families came from Gibraltar, even if they were born elsewhere:

• Imperio Argentina (1906–2003), a famous singer and actress.
• Jo Frost (b. 1970), a well-known nanny and TV personality, often called "Supernanny."
• Albert Hammond Jr. (b. 1980), a guitarist and son of Albert Hammond.
• Rita Hayworth (1918–1987), born Margarita Cansino, a famous Hollywood actress.
• Michelle Keegan (b. 1987), an actress known for her roles in TV shows like Coronation Street and Our Girl.

People Born in Gibraltar During the Spanish Period

Before the British captured Gibraltar in 1704, about 4,000 people lived there. Most of them left, but some notable people were born there before British rule:

• Diego de Astorga y Céspedes (1663–1734), a Catholic Archbishop.
• Alonso Hernández del Portillo (1543–1624), the first historian of Gibraltar.
• Juan Mateos (?–1594), who founded Gibraltar's first hospital.
• Simón Susarte, a Spanish goatherd who helped a Spanish group cross the Rock during a siege in 1704.

See also

• Demographics of Gibraltar
• Gibraltarians
• Gibraltarian status
• History of nationality in Gibraltar