- Vincy cultural ambassador ‘fireman’ honoured by the US House of Representatives
Delroy ‘Fireman’ Hooper, Vincentian Cultural Ambassador, was awarded in New York for his remarkable achievements in the musical industry.
On Sunday, December 17, 2023, Hooper was honoured at the Vincentian-American Independent National Charities Incorporated (VINCI) Gala.
Representative Yvette Carke presented him with a proclamation, and New York City Councilwoman Mercedes Narcisse presented him with a City Council citation.
Fireman, who won the Power Soca competition for Vincy Mas 2023, extends his 12-year reign as Soca monarch.
Atiba T. Edwards and Claudette Thomas-Butler were both honoured at the ceremony.