Jorge Berry was a renowned Mexican journalist with a long and distinguished career in news and sports. He died on July 13, 2023, at the age of 67 after being diagnosed with brain death. He was hospitalized in Puerto Vallarta, where he spent the final years of his life.
His death was confirmed by his family and friends, who expressed their condolences and admiration for his work. Berry’s death came as a shock to the Mexican journalist community, who remembered him as a professional, ethical, and talented reporter. He was also praised for his human qualities such as his kindness, generosity, and friendship.
Early life
Jorge Berry was born in Mexico City on March 21, 1951. He studied communications at the Universidad Iberoamericana and later earned a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University in New York. He has been interested in sports since childhood, especially soccer and American football.
Jorge Berry Career
Jorge Berry began his career in 1976 as a reporter for Televisa. He joined the sports section of the 24-hour newscast headed by Jacobo Zabludovsky, where he covered national and international events. He also hosted several Super Bowls, which earned him a white gold ring, making him the only Mexican journalist to receive this award.
In 1997 he left Televisa for El Financiero, a daily newspaper specializing in economics and politics. He became editor-in-chief of the newspaper and also hosted a radio show called Enfoque Financiero. He also worked with other media companies such as Reforma, Milenio, and W Radio.
In 2006 he moved to Puerto Vallarta where he founded and ran Vallarta Opina, a local newspaper covering social, cultural, and environmental issues. He also had a column entitled “La Mirada de Jorge Berry” where he shared his opinions and analysis on various topics.
Berry was known for his journalistic rigor and ability to cover complex and sensitive subjects. He covered historical events such as the funeral of Princess Diana in London in 1997, the visits of Pope John Paul II to Cuba in 1998 and Mexico in 1999, and the 9/11 attacks in New York in 2001. He also interviewed prominent figures such as former Presidents Carlos Salinas de Gortari and Vicente Fox.
Jorge Berry Biography | |
|---|---|
| Real name | George Berry |
| birth date | March 21, 1951 |
| date of death | July 13, 2023 |
| Old | 67 years |
| Place of birth | Mexico City, Mexico |
| Profession | journalist |
| University | University of Columbia |
| qualification | graduate |
Physical Statistics | |
| Height | in feet inches – 5 feet 7 inches – in centimeters – 170 cm |
| Weight | in kilograms – 85kg – in pounds – 187 pounds |
| Hair color | Brown |
| eye color | Blue |
Jorge Berry Family | |
| Father | – |
| Mother | – |
| Sister | – |
| Brother | – |
relationship status | |
| Marital status | Divorced |
| who is Jorge Berry’s wife? | Lolita Ayala (born 1976–1977) |
| Children | – |
Personal life
Ayala and Berry got married in the ’70s, but Lolita confessed that she got married without being in love. Before they got married, Lolita told him that she wasn’t in love with him. It is better they should not marry because they are not in love. In response, Jorge said, “It doesn’t matter, it doesn’t matter if you’re not in love with me in a year, I’ll give you a divorce like this, quickie.” Lolita agreed and got married, but didn’t fall in love and she divorced after 10 months.
social media
Jorge Berry had a Twitter account (@jorgeberry) where he had more than 200,000 followers. He used this platform to exchange his views on current affairs, sports, culture, and personal matters. He also interacted with his fans and colleagues through this medium.
Jorge Berry Net Worth
Jorge Berry’s net worth is not publicly known. However, through his long and successful career as a journalist for various media, he achieved a considerable income. He also owned a production company called JB Producciones SA de CV.