Grange praises Janice Budd’s all round contribution to media
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport Olivia Grange says the death of Janice Budd, is not only a loss to the media fraternity but to the country as she was not only a journalist of worth but a woman who was at the forefront in changing the view of what ] the female television presenter should be.
“By being herself, comfortable in her beauty, Janice helped other women to love and accept their own beauty,” Grange said, noting that throughout her media career, Budd was the consummate professional whether she was working in the electronic media, the print media or as a public relations practitioner.
She added that Budd was blessed with talent that was evident in excellent radio and television productions, commanding news presentation, creative newspaper writing and public relations skills of the highest order.
“I found her to be a charming woman, with an ever-present smile. One who I daresay has left us much too early. One whose vibrant contribution to media in Jamaica will be sorely missed,” expressed Grange.
Budd, passed away at her home in Portmore, St Catherine yesterday after a long battle with cancer.