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Trailblazing VJ Juliette Powell Dies at 54

6/11/2025

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Juliette Powell, the trailblazing former MuchMusic host, passed away on June 3 at the age of 54 due to acute bacterial meningitis. Born in New York in 1970, she made history as the first Black Canadian Miss Canada in 1989. A passionate VJ, business reporter, and educator, she dedicated her life to media ethics and technology. A heartfelt celebration of her remarkable life is in the works.

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Juliette Powell, the trailblazing former MuchMusic host, passed away on June 3 at the age of 54 due to acute bacterial meningitis. Born in New York in 1970, she made history as the first Black Canadian Miss Canada in 1989. A passionate VJ, business reporter, and educator, she dedicated her life to media ethics and technology. A heartfelt celebration of her remarkable life is in the works.