Serge Rodriguez, the star anchor of the Voice of America (VOA) for the Creole service, died at the age of 62 in Washington, DC, United States, on Sunday, July 7, 2024. According to information received by the editorial staff, Serge Rodriguez suffered from diabetes.
This loss is a hard blow for the press in Haiti. Serge Rodriguez, known for his presentation of the 12:30 news edition, was an emblematic figure of Creole journalism. His colleagues at the Creole section of the Voice of America confirmed his death, recalling that he had been battling diabetes for several years.
Serge Rodriguez was a renowned journalist. His career is to be respected. His journey and his sense of commitment are to be copied. He left a deep mark on the Haitian media landscape, becoming a source of inspiration for many journalists and listeners.
In addition to his contributions to journalism, Serge Rodriguez was appreciated for his dedication to informing the Creole community with integrity and passion. His passing leaves a huge void in the media world and within the community he served with such dedication.
Serge Rodriguez will be remembered as a strong and authentic voice, a tireless defender of the truth and a model of rigorous journalism.
By: Daniel Zephyr
