Leonie Forbes, the famous actress, presenter and producer, died on October 25 at the age of 85. In a tweet, Prime Minister Andrew Holness announced the name of Forbes, along with theater and television. Jamaican image, associated with Jamaica. According to the tweet,
“She has always been a remarkable, dignified woman with a voice that demands respect and admiration.” We express our gratitude to Leonie for her contributions to Jamaican art and culture, as well as our sincere regrets at her passing.β
Leonie has starred in many local films as well as TV series such as Z-Cars, The Odd Man, The Public Eye and others.
Leonie Forbes has been appointed an Officer of the Medal of Excellence for her distinguished career and contributions.
Forbes was born on June 14, 1937 in Kingston, Jamaica. She attended Kingston High School, Excelsior College and Durham College of Commerce. After school, she worked as a typist at the University of the West Indies. She later worked for writer Barry Record, typing his works. In 1959, she began working as a radio presenter for the Jamaica Broadcasting Corporation and was awarded a scholarship to the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in the UK.
Forbes spent six years at RADA researching radio, television, and theater methods. She also worked as a screenwriter for BBC Caribbean and starred in shows such as Z-Cars, The Odd Man, Public Eye and Hugh and I. In 1962, she made her acting debut with the title role in Lloyd’s film Bluebeard. Reckord Bush. Leonie returned to Jamaica in 1966 and continued to work with JBC. She lived in Australia from 1968 to 1970, when her husband was working at the University of Queensland. She also appeared in several radio dramas for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation and taught theater part-time.
In 1972, she was appointed manager of JBC’s FM station, Radio Two, and in 1976 she was promoted to radio director. Leonie later starred in many local plays and films, as well as international productions such as Milk and Honey, The Orchid House and Soul Survivor. In 1980, she was made an officer of the Order of Distinction. Leonie: Her autobiography, Forbes’ autobiography, was published in August 2012. At the time, she told The Sunday Gleaner that she enjoys helping people smile and forget their problems. their topic, and a series of happy coincidences led her to the job. She continued,
βIt’s quite different. For starters, we are now compensated. Back then, we did it purely out of love and interest.”
Leonie says things have changed as more venues become available, performances last longer and individuals can now travel and showcase their talents.
On Twitter, users pay their respects to Leona Forbes.
Many others also paid tribute to the deceased actress and presenter on Twitter, and many remember meeting her. Leonie Forbes is survived by her husband, Dr. Keith Amiel, as well as four children and extended family.
Legendary Jamaican actress Leoni Forbes has passed away at the age of 85.@republicofmobay https://t.co/I5Bgwe1aF3
β MOBAY REPUBLIC (@REPUBLICOFMOBAY) October 26, 2022
RIP (Rest In Power) for Leoni Forbes via https://t.co/z49XCaN7nM @YouTube
– milesgoodisonfearon (@mgferadicator) October 28, 2022
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