Barbados Joe Walcott He was elected to the Ring Boxing Hall of Fame in 1955 and the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1991. Barbados Joe Walcott Joe Walcott, (March 13, 1873 – October 1, 1935) also known as Barbados Joe Walcott to distinguish him from the more contemporary American boxer known by the same name, was a Barbadian born boxer who fought from 1890 to 1911, and was the World Welterweight Champion from 1901-6. His manager was Tom O'Rourke. Walcott, who stood 5'1½" tall, was a formidable fighter with exceptional power to his punch. In evidence, his wins were an impressive 60%
Derek Walcott the St Lucian painter Peter Walcott. Walcott married a second time to Margaret Maillard in 1962, who worked as an almoner in a hospital, and together they had two daughters, Elizabeth, and Anna; they divorced in 1976. In 1976, Walcott married for a third time, to actress Norline Metivier (divorced in 1993). He was survived by his longtime companion, Sigrid Nama, a former art gallery owner. Walcott was also known for his passion for travelling to countries around the world. He split his time between New York, Boston, and St. Lucia, and incorporated the influences of different areas into his