Geoff Somers: key obituary facts
Is Geoff Somers dead? Yes. Geoff Somers died on July 18, 2026, at age 76.
Cause of death: Geoff Somers's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Geoff Somers known for?
He was a British polar explorer.
More about Geoff Somers
Born: 1 January 1950.
Place of birth: Khartoum.
Gender: male.
Occupation: explorer.
Awards: Polar Medal, Member of the Order of the British Empire.
Also known as: Geoffrey Usher Somers.
Occupations: Explorer and guide.
Geoff Somers, the British explorer who died on July 18, 2026, aged 76, was known for his work in the polar regions and for becoming the first Briton to cross Antarctica on foot.
Born Geoffrey Usher Somers in Khartoum on February 19, 1950, he later spent part of his career as an outdoor education instructor and guide before joining major Antarctic expeditions. His contributions to polar exploration were recognised with an MBE in 1992 and the Polar Medal in 1996, and his name was later given to Somers Nunatak in Antarctica.