Oliver Samuels conferred with honorary degree by UTech

Jason CrossJournalist at Jamaica Observer

November 14, 2026

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Oliver Samuels conferred with honorary degree by UTech

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KINGSTON, Jamaica—Jamaican comedian and actor Oliver Samuels was on Saturday conferred with an Honorary Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) degree by the University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech), during its 2026 graduation ceremonies.

He was recognised for his significant contributions to Jamaican culture, theatre and comedy, through a distinguished career spanning more than 55 years in theatrical performance, television and film.

READ: UTech to confer honorary degrees on Oliver Samuels, Richard Pandohie and Vivian Crawford

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