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Hon Julian Fraser RA turns 75

-Said today he is the richest man alive
Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change, Honourable Julian Fraser RA (R3) is celebrating his 75th birthday today. Photo: Facebook
Hon Julian Fraser RA (R3) formed his own party, Progressives United (PU), after losing chairmanship of the Virgin Islands Party to former Premier Andrew A. Fahie. Photo: Internet Source
Hon Julian Fraser RA (R3) formed his own party, Progressives United (PU), after losing chairmanship of the Virgin Islands Party to former Premier Andrew A. Fahie. Photo: Internet Source
Hon Julian Fraser RA (R3) (right) was sworn in as Deputy Premier and Minister for the Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change on October 23, 2024, by Governor Daniel Pruce. Photo: GIS
Hon Julian Fraser RA (R3) (right) was sworn in as Deputy Premier and Minister for the Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change on October 23, 2024, by Governor Daniel Pruce. Photo: GIS
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change, Honourable Julian Fraser RA (R3) is celebrating his 75th birthday today.

The seasoned legislator, born on July 5, 1950, commemorated his 75th birthday with a reflective Facebook post, stating, “When you’ve done 50 in the 20th century and 25 in the 21st, it adds up to this.”

Hon Fraser said that he has been “thanking God to see this day”, adding, “Today I’m the richest man alive.”

26 years of political service to the VI

Hon Fraser has given 26 years of political service to the Virgin Islands (VI) through his active involvement in politics. 

He was first elected in 1999 as a member of the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) representing the Third District. Since that time, he has served as Deputy Chief Minister, Minister for Communications and Works, and now Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change. 

He also served as Opposition Leader for two brief stints, in 2015 and 2022. 

Hon Fraser was Chairman of the VIP from 2014 to 2015. Upon losing Chairmanship of the party to former Premier Andrew A. Fahie, Hon Fraser formed his own party, Progressives United (PU).

He went on to contest the 2019 and 2023 general elections on the PU ticket, which was the only seat won by the party. 

Following the 2023 election, Hon Fraser served as a member of the Opposition until crossing the floor to join the VIP led government. 

It remains uncertain whether Hon Fraser will seek re-election in the 2027 general elections. Additionally, if he does decide to run, it is not yet clear whether he will do so as a candidate under his party, the Progressives United. 

Efforts to get a comment from Hon Fraser on his birthday were unsuccessful. 

The management and staff of Virgin Islands News Online (VINO) extend birthday greetings to Hon Fraser on his 75th birthday. 

27 Responses to “Hon Julian Fraser RA turns 75”

  • 4 more years (05/07/2025, 11:11) Like (6) Dislike (5) Reply
    He is about to break Lavity and Ralph records.
  • AGE IS JUST A NUMBER (05/07/2025, 12:09) Like (7) Dislike (29) Reply
    Still looks like he has more political life left in him and can contribute more for district 3 and the entire country....He hasn't aged one bit.
  • In celebration (05/07/2025, 13:02) Like (28) Dislike (1) Reply
    Let’s resurface the road in sea cows or are we waiting for him to turn 100!
  • Mixed thoughts (05/07/2025, 13:03) Like (10) Dislike (26) Reply
    Happy birthday Hon. Fraser. You should consider retiring but your replacement unfortunately can’t be Aaron. The deep trouble and big ticket issues that this country has to tackle are way beyond the abilities of Aaron. He is a nice kid but he is not at the level required.
    • x (05/07/2025, 13:43) Like (25) Dislike (2) Reply
      Aaron cares about SCB and whatever he does it would be better than what we got now. You see how terrible the place look.
      • vip (05/07/2025, 20:48) Like (2) Dislike (11) Reply
        NDP will never win D3
        • the rock (07/07/2025, 06:42) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
          That's the stupid mentality sea cowsbians have why it's stagnant for the past 20yrs
      • @ x (06/07/2025, 07:23) Like (1) Dislike (33) Reply
        We are not voting for no uneducated little boy remember funny man say to elevate your representation
        • WOW (06/07/2025, 16:55) Like (11) Dislike (2) Reply
          A man with multiple degrees and certifications you’ve got the audacity to call uneducated. YOU ARE JEALOUS
    • Rogue (05/07/2025, 18:14) Like (20) Dislike (0) Reply
      @ mixed thoughts. So when Fraser and O'Neal were Aaron's age, they started young and had to grow up with time. You can't keep beating an old mule to work when their energy is done. We have to open the doors in every district for new ideas and the energy to work for us.
  • von (05/07/2025, 13:27) Like (3) Dislike (14) Reply
    What about wilock
  • young blood (05/07/2025, 13:59) Like (29) Dislike (1) Reply
    Time to retire sir, we need young blood in the House now with new fresh idea!
  • pat (05/07/2025, 14:32) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Next election he will be 76
  • pop (05/07/2025, 17:18) Like (2) Dislike (25) Reply
    Free the drew rip West Bank Frazer for premier
  • Retire Now (05/07/2025, 18:25) Like (19) Dislike (2) Reply
    It's high time he retire.
  • HMMM (05/07/2025, 19:23) Like (15) Dislike (3) Reply
    Looks great for 75
  • clown (05/07/2025, 19:24) Like (6) Dislike (16) Reply
    Wish Fraser a happy birthday and leave Aaron out of this please. This man has been nothing short of a champion for this community and country. I have no doubt he will be one of the greatest leaders of this country because he is a listener.
  • Doll (06/07/2025, 01:22) Like (6) Dislike (1) Reply
    Happy 75th Birthday Hon Fraser! Wishing you a great day and a new wig. Lol! Remember to always put God first.
  • Really (06/07/2025, 05:55) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    With everything going on in this place you really think this is news or anyone actually cares.
  • hog city (06/07/2025, 07:26) Like (0) Dislike (16) Reply
    We going back with fraser for four more years and if it’s not fraser it’s time for willock
  • Vi for life (06/07/2025, 12:07) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    Happy 75th Brithday, Honourable Fraser. May God's richest blessings carry you with health and strength for many more years. Still light on your feet.
  • ausar (06/07/2025, 16:52) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    The demographics of the district is key to the determinance of a chance victory!

    Say, whether, the demographics are youthful or aging;
    I say it's aging!

    By default, these realities shall determine the outcome of the elections!

    I too, am, for the election of "fresh" ideas and all its possibilities!

    If only, the nanas and the papas, can be so convinced!



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