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Ireland Jacquie Beltrao has transitioned from an Olympic rhythmic gymnast to a prominent sports journalist, becoming a familiar face on Sky News and an advocate for breast cancer awareness.
The Sky News sports presenter backed the 'Pass it On' campaign, launched in partnership by The Football Association and Breast Cancer Care's official charity partnership for 2014-16.
Jacquie Beltrao became the 'face' of a collaboration between Amoena, breast cancer charity Future Dreams, and top swimwear designer Melissa Odabash, aimed at raising awareness for breast cancer.
The British actress and model, who has been a global ambassador for the Estee Lauder Companies' Breast Cancer Campaign for 30 years, told Sky News' Jacquie Beltrao about the campaign.
Jacquie Beltrao, born Jacqueline Leavy on April 21, 1965, in Dublin, Ireland, grew up in Coventry, England. Her early athletic career saw her studying sports science at Birmingham University. Beltrao represented Great Britain in rhythmic gymnastics at the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, where she placed 31st in the All-Around competition. This experience provided a foundational understanding of sports, which later informed her extensive career in sports journalism.
Beltrao joined Sky News in 1992, initially working as a publicist before transitioning into a role as a sports reporter and presenter. She has remained a key figure at Sky News, presenting sports updates, notably during weekend broadcasts of ‘Sunrise’ and the initial hour of subsequent programs. Her journalistic career spans over 30 years, during which she has covered numerous sporting events and developed a strong passion for tennis, often reporting on the sport for Sky News and Sky Sports News.
Beyond her television career, Beltrao has become a vocal advocate for breast cancer awareness, drawing from her personal experiences. She was diagnosed with breast cancer on December 31, 2013, and publicly shared her journey. In June 2020, she announced the recurrence of her breast cancer. Her candid discussions about her health challenges have made her an inspirational figure, allowing her to connect with audiences on a personal level and offer insights into resilience and overcoming adversity.
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