NewzSandals Resorts Executive Chairman Adam Stewart and Emmy Award-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph were honoured at the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) Hummingbird Gala, held at The Plaza in New York on Friday, Stewart received the International Achievement Award in recognition of his contribution to Caribbean tourism, business and philanthropy, while Ralph received the International Humanitarian Award for her achievements in entertainment and longstanding advocacy, particularly in HIV/AIDS awareness. Prime Minister Andrew Holness and Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett were among the guests at the annual fundraising gala, which brought together business leaders, philanthropists and members of the Jamaican diaspora in support of AFJ's work across Jamaica, including ongoing Hurricane Melissa recovery efforts. Sandals Resorts Executive Chairman Adam Stewart (centre) is flanked by Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness (left) and Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett after being honoured at the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) Hummingbird Gala at The Plaza in New York on Friday, October 16, 2026.
Emmy Award-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph with Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett after being honoured at the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) Hummingbird Gala at The Plaza in New York on Friday, October 16, 2026.
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