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Published:Monday | December 29, 2025 | 12:08 AM
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Fae Ellington and Owen ‘Blakka’ Ellis pose backstage during Christmas Comedy Cook-Up, where Ellington presented a citation to Ellis for his contribution to Jamaican stand-up comedy.
Nathaniel Stewart
Fae Ellington and Owen ‘Blakka’ Ellis pose backstage during Christmas Comedy Cook-Up, where Ellington presented a citation to Ellis for his contribution to Jamaican stand-up comedy.
Life coach Nickeisha Powe paired a Fashion Nova jumper with a statement Zephiniah clutch.
Nathaniel Stewart
Life coach Nickeisha Powe paired a Fashion Nova jumper with a statement Zephiniah clutch.
Dr Sharon Wiles, United Nations Peace ambassador, took a break from her charity work out west to celebrate her birthday at Christmas Comedy Cook-Up held on Boxing Day at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel.
Nathaniel Stewart
Dr Sharon Wiles, United Nations Peace ambassador, took a break from her charity work out west to celebrate her birthday at Christmas Comedy Cook-Up held on Boxing Day at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel.
Sisters Macenie St John (left) and Betty Hamilton (right) treated mom Shandia Hamilton to an evening of laughter.
Nathaniel Stewart
Sisters Macenie St John (left) and Betty Hamilton (right) treated mom Shandia Hamilton to an evening of laughter.
Singer and creative Kimanda Cunningham dons Zara pants, with a Topshop top and woven purse.
Nathaniel Stewart
Singer and creative Kimanda Cunningham dons Zara pants, with a Topshop top and woven purse.
Alton ‘Fancy Cat’ Hardware (left) and Sheranda Ferril pose for our camera backstage.
Nathaniel Stewart
Alton ‘Fancy Cat’ Hardware (left) and Sheranda Ferril pose for our camera backstage.
Tishauna Mullings, chief social innovator, NexxStepp, wears a white midi halter with a gold cuff bracelette and clear sandals.
Nathaniel Stewart
Tishauna Mullings, chief social innovator, NexxStepp, wears a white midi halter with a gold cuff bracelette and clear sandals.
Marcia Osborne, group HRD and administration manager, Jamaica Co-operative Credit Union League, chose a festive red blazer dress with cape sleeves.
Nathaniel Stewart
Marcia Osborne, group HRD and administration manager, Jamaica Co-operative Credit Union League, chose a festive red blazer dress with cape sleeves.
Kathy ‘Tan Deh Deh’ Grant poses for the camera in a white suit, a tan fedora, and a matching camisole and statement specs.
Nathaniel Stewart
Kathy ‘Tan Deh Deh’ Grant poses for the camera in a white suit, a tan fedora, and a matching camisole and statement specs.
Tena Wilson-Davis, accountant, chose a white jumpsuit paired with red and gold accessories.
Nathaniel Stewart
Tena Wilson-Davis, accountant, chose a white jumpsuit paired with red and gold accessories.
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Laughter took centre stage at the annual Christmas Comedy Cook-up on Boxing Day, as the ballroom of The Jamaica Pegasus hotel filled with patrons eager for jokes, jabs and much-needed relief after a challenging year. Now in its 22nd staging, the show delivered a mix of sharp stand-up, crowd interaction and give-aways, while also supporting Hurricane Melissa relief efforts. Something Extra brings you the highlights.