Veteran reporter retires from the media
Jacqueline Godwin
Here is the face of one of Belize’s longest serving media workers. Whether it was her knack for journalism or her anchoring skills, Jacqueline Godwin, formerly Jacqueline Woods is saying goodbye to the field. Yes, the veteran journalist is bidding farewell to journalism! To pay tribute to this longstanding reporter and anchor woman, News Five brings back some of the moments in which Jackie was at her best. Marion Ali does the honors.
Marion Ali, Reporting
She started out in 1984 at the tender age of twenty at the now defunct Radio Belize, where she produced and voiced the children’s programmes “Funworld and Children’s Corner”. Jackie was also one of the first Belizean anchorwomen, starting out at the then Channel Three in the early nineties.
Her career blossomed when she came to Channel Five in 1995 and she remained her for five years. After a one year hiatus she returned to our newsroom and that would be the longest period she would remain with us until 2007. But whether you’re an avid Channel Five or Channel Seven viewer, the name Jackie Woods or simply Jackie is commonplace for almost every Belizean household.
Jacqueline Godwin
Whether it was crime or children, politics or the environment, Jackie brought it to you. And to prove that journalism was really her forte, year after year she made us proud, winning award after coveted award in regional and international competitions. Many of these still adorn the display case in the lobby of Channel Five’s new headquarters on Coney Drive.
Today was Jackie’s last day as a media worker and news anchor. And for the twenty five years of work that she has invested, we hope it has been an inspiration for some young and budding reporter to join the remaining scant number or journalists. Jackie is married to retired US Army officer, Tony Godwin and they have two sons.
So long Jackie, and best wishes in your future endeavors, from all of us here at News Five.
good job miss jackie
Jackie-Best of luck in your new adventures.
Jackie you change the mind of many Belizean who you inform about what is going on in politic and at home.You are one of the best .You will be miss.
Jackie ,you have been an inspiration to and legend for our country, because you provided us with truthful and real stories. I will miss your voice Jackie.May God Bless You.
Job well done!!!! All d best .
wish you would tell us why you are leaving? Nevertheless, I wish all the best cause you were the best
May God bless you and continue to open the windows of heaven for you and your family.\
Goodbye!
You were an inspiration and a well-loved TV personality. The News was well told by you and you ensured that it was precise and well researched before being aired. No matter who replaces you on the Evening News, no one can ever fill your shoe and the News will never be the same without you. Thanks for giving us 25 years of your hard work and dedication and good luck in your future endeavours. May God bless you, your husband and your 2 children. Love always.
Jackie, i remember waking up to funworld as a child. it was the highlight of the morning especially for one who hated school as i did. i followed you all the way to TV news and always admired your style. May God Bless you and your family in all that you do.
Well said Rochelle. Jackie is one of a kind!
Good Luck Jackie as you move on.
God Bless!
Good job Jackie and u will always be in our hearts.
Iwll Always remeber you on Kids time on Radio Belize, when I was alittle girl every m orning before I headed to school.U will surley be miss. Good bye and God Bless and keep you safe.
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