The Antigua and Barbuda Broadcasting Service (ABS) held a telethon to help raise funds for long-serving news anchor Cherilyn Beazer, who is undergoing treatment overseas for a serious medical condition.
With a target of $30,000, staff and local artistes came together on Saturday evening to support the effort, which began at 8 p.m. By 9:30 p.m., pledges had already reached $31,900 and were expected to surpass the goal.
Beazer revealed in a video that six months ago she developed a lesion in her right jaw, which doctors feared could be cancerous. Following medical advice, she travelled to Colombia for a biopsy and further treatment.
ABS General Manager Erna-Mae Brathwaite said the telethon gave the public a chance to give back to Beazer, who has long served the community with dedication. She noted that every contribution, regardless of size, would go towards medical expenses, rehabilitation, or general support.
Beazer, who has spent many years in broadcasting, expressed gratitude to medical practitioners, colleagues, family, and friends for their care and support.
Organisers confirmed that donations can still be made to her medical fund despite the telethon’s conclusion.
