The Best of Jamaica Awards has long been a celebration of Jamaican talent, creativity, and cultural excellence. In its 25th year, the 2024 awards introduced two exciting social categories: Judges’ Pick and Merit Award. These new categories spotlight the top achievers in media, entertainment, and sports, recognising individuals whose exceptional contributions have made a lasting impact on Jamaican communities locally and globally.
Here are the distinguished honourees for this year’s new social categories:
Judges’ Pick Awardees
The Judges’ Pick category celebrates individuals selected by our esteemed panel of judges for their exceptional contributions in their respective fields. From social media influencers to sports icons, these honourees embody excellence, creativity, and the vibrant spirit of Jamaican culture. Here are this year’s standout Judges’ Pick awardees:
Best Social Media Personality: Juliet “Julie Mango” Bodley
Juliet Bodley, affectionately known as “Julie Mango,” is a celebrated Jamaican comedian and social media personality. Renowned for her humorous skits that vividly depict Jamaican culture, she has garnered …