Rodney Williams facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sir Rodney Williams
KGN GCMG
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| Governor-General of Antigua and Barbuda | |
| Assumed office 14 August 2014 |
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| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
| Prime Minister | Gaston Browne |
| Preceded by | Louise Lake-Tack |
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| Born | 2 November 1947 Swetes, Antigua and Barbuda |
| Political party | Labour Party |
| Alma mater | University of the West Indies |
Sir Rodney Errey Lawrence Williams is an important politician from Antigua and Barbuda. He was born on November 2, 1947. Since August 14, 2014, he has served as the 4th Governor-General of his country. This role is like being the Queen's representative in Antigua and Barbuda.
Becoming Governor-General
Sir Rodney Williams took on the role of Governor-General on August 14, 2014. He followed Louise Lake-Tack in this important position. The Governor-General acts on behalf of the monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, in Antigua and Barbuda. This means he performs many official duties for the country.
Special Honors
On October 17, 2014, Queen Elizabeth II gave Sir Rodney Williams a special honor. He was knighted as a Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George (GCMG). Being knighted is a way of recognizing someone for their great service to their country. It also means he can use "Sir" before his name.
