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Branson pays tribute to late Carvin Malone onboard Valiant lady

- described the late Health Minister as a 'wonderful man'; requested a moment of silence
Virgin Voyages founder and Virgin Islands Belonger Sir Richard CN Branson (top, right) paid tribute to the late former Health Minister Mr Carvin Malone and also requested a moment of silence in honour of Mr Malone while onboard Virgin Voyages’ Valiant Lady in Road Town today, January 14, 2024. Photo: VINO
Former Health Minister Carvin Malone, right, passed away suddenly this morning, Sunday, January 14, 2024, at Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital, sending many in the territory into a state of shock. Photo: GIS/File
Former Health Minister Carvin Malone, right, passed away suddenly this morning, Sunday, January 14, 2024, at Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital, sending many in the territory into a state of shock. Photo: GIS/File
WICKHAM’S CAY I, Tortola, VI- Virgin Voyages’ Valiant Lady has made its inaugural visit to the [British] Virgin Islands today, Sunday, January 14, 2024, and one of the persons scheduled to be onboard at the welcoming ceremony, along with government officials and other invited guests, was former legislator Mr Carvin Malone.

The former Health Minister Malone; however, passed away suddenly this morning at Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital, sending many in the territory into a state of shock.

Virgin Voyages founder Sir Richard CN Branson took the opportunity to pay tribute to Mr Malone, who he described as a “wonderful man” who was instrumental in steering the territory through the Covid-19 pandemic in his role as Minister for Health and Social Development.

Carvin was a ‘wonderful man’- Branson

Mr Branson also requested 30 seconds of silence in honour of Mr Malone.

There was a wonderful, wonderful man, Carvin [Malone], who guided us all through Covid. I must have spoken to him many, many times as many of you did. He rang us about two days ago to make sure his invitation was there, but I hope that you are in spirit now…” Mr Branson stated.

Among those on board Valiant Lady for the welcoming ceremony were Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), Deputy Premier Hon Lorna G. Smith (AL), and Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5).

20 Responses to “Branson pays tribute to late Carvin Malone onboard Valiant lady”

  • jack (14/01/2024, 14:35) Like (51) Dislike (0) Reply
    Very sad day
    • Attention Seekers (14/01/2024, 22:05) Like (19) Dislike (4) Reply
      The individual from the other “fruit” media chose to walk in direct view behind Branson while he was being interviewed for this segment knowing they would be in the camera’s view SMH
  • ... (14/01/2024, 15:35) Like (5) Dislike (30) Reply
    Rip. At times like this I don’t want to see jaspert. Carvin would not have been allowed to manage Covid if it were up to them.
    • to ... (14/01/2024, 16:32) Like (1) Dislike (10) Reply
      Wel said.
    • @... (14/01/2024, 16:34) Like (20) Dislike (32) Reply
      The people of the BVI please take heed. Those who have ears and eyes let them see and hear. These people are like the mafia. They have evil spiritual people hired as consultants in many law enforcement areas and paying them out of tax payers money to guide them and show them who is against their agenda and how to eliminate them while making it look like their hands are clean. This is real but the people are fast a sleep by their design. Look at who all died or they moved out of the way but make it look like their hands are clean with Sam, Carvin, Wade, Fahie, the white UK officer that died, Najan, Myron, just to name a few that they know are a threat to what they trying to achieve. Look out this week for them to do something drastically major to further abuse their powers and instill more fear in the people to warn them not to interfere with their wicked agenda. The BVI people need to pray and unite against this colonial dragon or they will be in bondage crying for years. This is for real just watch this week and see.
      • Really? (14/01/2024, 17:33) Like (29) Dislike (12) Reply
        To @, are you completely mad?
      • To @... (14/01/2024, 17:42) Like (10) Dislike (7) Reply
        I never use to believe what you post but anyone with sense has to start to take a second look at this and keep an open mind because what is happening is strange. We like to only look at each other and fight each other but it is time to start to keep a spiritual and natural eye on these people because they are not playing fairly at all.
  • Lb (14/01/2024, 16:04) Like (28) Dislike (2) Reply
    Very nice of brason
  • To Branson (14/01/2024, 16:39) Like (9) Dislike (29) Reply
    Since you have surfaced then tell your position on the abuse of power by the Governor to refuse to send home the Commissioner of Police until after an independent investigation is completed and not a review. This is not what is done for all local & Caribbean public officers who are accused of alleged wrong doing. What is good for the goose must be good for the gander. We are waiting on your input Sir Branson.
  • @ To Branson (14/01/2024, 17:28) Like (11) Dislike (14) Reply
    Sir Branson Please please please don't get involve in these petty things. the commissioner of police is a good man likewise the Governor and these officer(s) from independent territories who came here and beg for a job to avoid work permit trying to pull down the man their even can't do the things their doing here back in their country.
  • M. Collins (14/01/2024, 18:51) Like (4) Dislike (12) Reply
    Look at the one mick Matthew having the time of his life, he and his cronies.
  • Truth (14/01/2024, 19:06) Like (6) Dislike (1) Reply
    This is not the appropriate time for this disscussion;but permit me a brief response. It is plainly unjust to solicit input from Sir Branson or other noteworthy residents only when it suits our convenience. There are residents whose expertise could substantially aid in addressing our issues, however I am certain there is some reluctance to contribute until formally invited, aiming to prevent any accusations of takeover aspirations. Sir Branson has admirably served as an ambassador to these islands, offering valuable publicity worth millions.






  • I agree (14/01/2024, 19:11) Like (4) Dislike (2) Reply
    Sir Branson, don’t get involved in whatever the drama aka mess is going on. Stay faaar from that.
  • local boy (14/01/2024, 21:40) Like (3) Dislike (2) Reply
    Man are you leave Branson alone pls.
  • @Really (14/01/2024, 21:55) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    If you don't understand what the man is saying, don't call the person crazy or mad. Stop it
  • BVI love (14/01/2024, 22:39) Like (10) Dislike (2) Reply
    Brason we love you
  • Hmm (15/01/2024, 09:26) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    "Sir Branson has admirably served as an ambassador to these islands"

    The last thing id do if i were him would be wading into politics when they from the UK to to local government is committed to rolling in mud. He can otherwise help whoever he wants without someone screaming corruption!!

    RIP
  • slinger joe (15/01/2024, 09:46) Like (0) Dislike (5) Reply
    Sir Bronson, why do you have to make it all about you?
    • Truth (15/01/2024, 19:56) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
      He didn't he paid his respect and offered condolences to Family and friends .


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