About Dwight Whylie
Lived 1936 – 2002 (aged 66). Dwight Whylie was a presenter.
Dwight Emerson Gregory Whylie (June 7, 1936 in Kingston, Jamaica - September 15, 2002 in Barbados) was a broadcaster and radio announcer.
Career In 1961, Whylie was the first black radio announcer hired by the British Broadcasting Corporation. In 1973, he became the general manager of Jamaica Broadcasting Corporation, where he remained until 1976.
In 1977, he joined the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, where he remained until 1997.
Family
He was the brother of noted Jamaican musician Marjorie Whylie.
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Who was Dwight Whylie?
Canadian news anchor (1936–2002)
When was Dwight Whylie born?
Dwight Whylie was born on 7 June 1936.
When did Dwight Whylie die?
Dwight Whylie died on 15 September 2002.
What was Dwight Whylie's occupation?
Dwight Whylie was a presenter.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dwight Whylie. https://biography.guide/dwight-whylie/
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