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: 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: A post shared by JulieMango TM (Juliet Angelique Bodley) (@iamjuliemango) 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 a substantial following on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Beyond entertainment, Bodley is a dedicated mental health advocate, openly sharing her personal journey to inspire and support others. A post shared by Rojé D Stona, OLY (@tallerdandem) Rojé Stona made history at the 2024 Paris Olympics by securing Jamaica’s first gold medal in a f.
