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Hamilton Spectator
04-06-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
‘Canada's Got Talent,' filmed in Niagara Falls, won't be back next year
Is it lights out for 'Canada's Got Talent' in Niagara Falls? Citytv released its 2025/26 programming slate Tuesday and the reality competition series that has filmed at Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort since 2021 is not among the returning shows. 'We've decided to pause production of ('Canada's Got Talent') and the show will go on hiatus for next season,' said a spokesperson for Citytv when contacted Tuesday. The announcement comes just three weeks after the show aired its two-hour season 4 finale at Fallsview's OLG Stage, awarding Newfoundland singer Jacob Lewis $1 million. 'Canada's Got Talent' first aired in 2012 with judges Martin Short, opera singer Measha Brueggergosman and Niagara Falls-born singer Stephan Moccio. After the first season, it did not return until 2022. The new version of the show, filmed at Fallsview Casino's 1,500-seat Avalon Theatre, featured judges Howie Mandel, WWE icon Trish Stratus, YouTuber Lilly Singh and rapper Kardinal Offishall. It became Citytv's highest-rated new series in a decade. Filming shifted to the 5,000-seat OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino the next season, where it would remain. Episodes for each season would be filmed in late October at the venue, to air the following spring. Last year, the show took a dramatic leap by increasing the top prize to $1 million from $150,000, funded by Rogers. The current season saw the departure of judges Stratus and Singh and the addition of country music icon Shania Twain and comedian Katherine Ryan. Citytv would not elaborate on ratings for the final season or why the show is going on hiatus. Mandel, however, already has another Citytv show lined up. He will be the host of 'The Price is Right Tonight,' a new prime-time Canadian version of the iconic U.S. game show. Production starts in December in Toronto with 12 one-hour episodes airing next spring.
Hamilton Spectator
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
The Martin Boys make New Brunswick proud
Woodstock brothers capture second place in Canada's Got Talent finale The Martin Boys made their hometown and province proud when they captured second place in the season four finale of Canada's Got Talent (CGT). The cross-country talent show on Citytv awards the top act $1 million from Rogers in an elimination-style format that leaves the final decision up to Canadian voters. On Tuesday, May 13, Macauley and Micah once again performed an original song, Burn the Boats, which was part of an EP the brothers from Red Bridge released on the same day. Their show-opening performance garnered a standing ovation. The duo performed original music in each competition round over the last three months, which impressed high-profile judges Shania Twain and Howie Mandel. Before announcing the winner, judges noted that this was the most-voted-upon finale in CGT history, with a record number of people logging on to vote for their favourite act. Ultimately, it came down to the Martin Boys and Newfoundland's Jacob Lewis, who garnered the most votes. 'Even though we didn't take home the million-dollar grand prize, we feel like we still won over the hearts of thousands of fellow Canadians,' said Macauley when the River Valley Sun reached them in Niagara Falls the morning after the show. Macauley and Micah say they are proud of everything they accomplished during their time on CGT and say their time on the show gave them a chance for more people to hear their music. 'Second place ain't too bad,' said Micah. The country duo is excited to see what the future has in store for them. 'We hope everyone continues to stream all of our music, and we hope to be able to continue to ride this wave that we're currently on,' said Macauley. The Martin Boys impressed not only judges but also music industry professionals. After their first appearance on CGT, the Woodstock country duo was asked to perform at the Calgary Stampede, where they'll take to the Coca-Cola stage on Sunday, July 13. The Martin family congratulated Jacob Lewis on his win in a social media post. They noted that while they were disappointed, they were incredibly proud of all the boys accomplished. 'Although we did not get the results we wanted, The Martin Boys have had the experience of a lifetime,' they wrote. 'They (Macauley and Micah) are meeting up with some important people in the industry this week in Toronto. The sky is the limit. We are humbled by the support from our family, friends, community, and fans.'
Winnipeg Free Press
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Newfoundland construction worker Jacob Lewis wins $1-million ‘Canada's Got Talent' prize
Jacob Lewis, an offshore oil and gas construction worker from Butlerville, NL, is the $1-million winner of this season's 'Canada's Got Talent.' He captivated both the judges and the audience with his rendition of 'The Best' by Tina Turner during the two-hour finale on Citytv Tuesday. A press release says Lewis had long dreamed of becoming a full-time singer but put his ambitions on pause five years ago when his twin boys were born prematurely with complications. Judge Shania Twain supported Lewis after hearing his audition during which he sang Bon Jovi's 'Bed of Roses.' Lewis bested seven other Canadian finalists, including Markham, Ont., comedian Sai Kit Lo and Toronto dance act Funkyverse. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. He's the second 'Canada's Got Talent' winner to claim a $1-million prize, which Rogers bills as the biggest cash award in Canadian television. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 14, 2025.
Hamilton Spectator
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Rogers Awards $1M to Canada's Got Talent Champion JACOB LEWIS From BUTLERVILLE, NL
– JACOB LEWIS wins $1M from Rogers, the biggest cash prize in Canadian television history, plus financial advice, courtesy of CIBC, to help realize their ambitions – – JACOB LEWIS is available for media interviews through media relations contacts below – – Missed tonight's episode? Stream it on Citytv+ – – Download clips and photography from tonight's episode – Suzanne Rogers with Howie Mandel, Shania Twain, Katherine Ryan, Kardinal Offishall, Lindsay Ell, and Jacob Lewis (Winner, Canada's Got Talent) at OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls (Photo Credit: George Pimentel) TORONTO, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Announced on Citytv moments ago, JACOB LEWIS from BUTLERVILLE, NL is this season's Canada's Got Talent champion and the winner of $1M from Rogers. 'Thank you, Rogers! Thank you, Canada. My family my friends. Everyone back home. Thank you, guys. Thank you!' said Jacob Lewis, Winner, Canada's Got Talent. JACOB LEWIS (Butlerville, NL) won Canada's hearts and votes after impressing both the audience, the #CGT judges – Howie Mandel, Shania Twain, Katherine Ryan, Kardinal Offishall – and host Lindsay Ell with his performance of 'The Best' by Tina Turner during tonight's highly-anticipated live two-hour finale on Citytv and Citytv+. 'With $1M, plus $50 from me, Rogers has opened the door for an extraordinary talent to chase their dreams without limits. Moments like this are what make Canada's Got Talent so special,' said Howie Mandel, Judge, Canada's Got Talent. 'Tonight we got to experience someone's dreams being realized. The power of your country behind you means something (I speak from experience), and I can't wait to see what happens next for Jacob Lewis,' said Shania Twain, Judge, Canada's Got Talent . Jacob Lewis is an offshore oil and gas construction worker from Butlerville, Newfoundland, who had dreamed of becoming a full-time singer. Five years ago, those dreams were put on hold when his twin boys were born prematurely with complications. Shania Twain selected Lewis as her Golden Buzzer in the auditions following his performance of 'Bed of Roses' by Bon Jovi. Key moments from tonight's episode include: A Recap of Tonight's Finale Performances (Tuesday, May 13) DARREN LEO – Comedy Act Toronto, ON / YouTube SAI KIT LO – Comedy Act Markham, ON / YouTube FUNKYVERSE – Dance Act Toronto, ON / YouTube JACOB LEWIS – Singer/Musician Butlerville, NL / YouTube ILLUMIN DRONE SHOWS – Variety Act Toronto, ON / YouTube THE MARTIN BOYS – Singer/Musician Woodstock, NB / YouTube CARSIM BIRMINGHAM – Singer/Musician Vancouver, BC / YouTube NICOLINA – Singer/Musician Vaughan, ON / YouTube Canada's Got Talent is produced by MEM Inc., and Fremantle, in association with Citytv, a division of Rogers Sports & Media based on the Got Talent format owned by Fremantle and SYCO Entertainment. Social Media Links Canada's Got Talent on Instagram Canada's Got Talent on TikTok Canada's Got Talent on YouTube Canada's Got Talent on Twitter Canada's Got Talent on Facebook Hashtag: #CGT Official CGT Destination: Citytv on Instagram Citytv on Twitter Citytv on Facebook Rogers Sports & Media on Twitter For interview opportunities, please contact: Citytv – Alessia Staffieri, , 647.262.8412 Unit Publicists – Erin Richards, erin@ , 416.627.5728 Brigitte Kenny, brigitte@ , 647.967.3272 A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rogers Awards $1M to Canada's Got Talent Champion JACOB LEWIS From BUTLERVILLE, NL
– JACOB LEWIS wins $1M from Rogers, the biggest cash prize in Canadian television history, plus financial advice, courtesy of CIBC, to help realize their ambitions – – JACOB LEWIS is available for media interviews through media relations contacts below – – Missed tonight's episode? Stream it on Citytv+ – – Download clips and photography from tonight's episode – Suzanne Rogers with Howie Mandel, Shania Twain, Katherine Ryan, Kardinal Offishall, Lindsay Ell, and Jacob Lewis (Winner, Canada's Got Talent) at OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls (Photo Credit: George Pimentel) TORONTO, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Announced on Citytv moments ago, JACOB LEWIS from BUTLERVILLE, NL is this season's champion and the winner of $1M from Rogers. "Thank you, Rogers! Thank you, Canada. My family my friends. Everyone back home. Thank you, guys. Thank you!" said Jacob Lewis, Winner, Canada's Got Talent. JACOB LEWIS (Butlerville, NL) won Canada's hearts and votes after impressing both the audience, the #CGT judges – Howie Mandel, Shania Twain, Katherine Ryan, Kardinal Offishall – and host Lindsay Ell with his performance of 'The Best' by Tina Turner during tonight's highly-anticipated live two-hour finale on Citytv and Citytv+. 'With $1M, plus $50 from me, Rogers has opened the door for an extraordinary talent to chase their dreams without limits. Moments like this are what make Canada's Got Talent so special,' said Howie Mandel, Judge, Canada's Got Talent. 'Tonight we got to experience someone's dreams being realized. The power of your country behind you means something (I speak from experience), and I can't wait to see what happens next for Jacob Lewis,' said Shania Twain, Judge, Canada's Got Talent. Jacob Lewis is an offshore oil and gas construction worker from Butlerville, Newfoundland, who had dreamed of becoming a full-time singer. Five years ago, those dreams were put on hold when his twin boys were born prematurely with complications. Shania Twain selected Lewis as her Golden Buzzer in the auditions following his performance of 'Bed of Roses' by Bon Jovi. Key moments from tonight's episode include: Katherine Ryan's Golden Buzzer, comedian DARREN LEO (Toronto, ON) brought his A-Game with a comedy routine that had the crowd roaring. SAI KIT LO (Markham, ON) had the judges in stitches with his comedy routine. Group Golden Buzzer FUNKYVERSE (Toronto, ON) brought their epic moves to impress Canadians, leaving it all on the stage. Shania Twain's Golden Buzzer JACOB LEWIS (Butlerville, NL) showcased his compelling vocals, moving the crowd with his rendition of 'The Best' by Tina Turner. ILLUMIN DRONE SHOWS (Toronto, ON) shocked the audience with an impressive, moving display of lights and orchestration of drone mastery. THE MARTIN BOYS (Woodstock, NB) showcased an original country track titled 'Burn the Boats' that blew away the audience at OLG Stage. CARSIM BIRMINGHAM (Vancouver, BC) poured his heart into a soaring, emotional rendition of Dolly Parton's classic 'I Will Always Love You.' NICOLINA (Vaughan, ON) performed a moving rendition of her new original song, 'YOU,' that captivated the audience. A Recap of Tonight's FinalePerformances (Tuesday, May 13) DARREN LEO – Comedy Act Toronto, ON / YouTube SAI KIT LO – Comedy ActMarkham, / YouTube FUNKYVERSE – Dance ActToronto, ON / YouTube JACOB LEWIS – Singer/Musician Butlerville, NL / YouTube ILLUMIN DRONE SHOWS – Variety Act Toronto, ON / YouTube THE MARTIN BOYS – Singer/MusicianWoodstock, NB / YouTube CARSIM BIRMINGHAM – Singer/Musician Vancouver, BC / YouTube NICOLINA – Singer/Musician Vaughan, ON / YouTube Canada's Got Talent is produced by MEM Inc., and Fremantle, in association with Citytv, a division of Rogers Sports & Media based on the Got Talent format owned by Fremantle and SYCO Entertainment. Social Media LinksCanada's Got Talent on InstagramCanada's Got Talent on TikTokCanada's Got Talent on YouTube Canada's Got Talent on Twitter Canada's Got Talent on Facebook Hashtag: #CGT Official CGT Destination: on InstagramCitytv on TwitterCitytv on FacebookRogers Sports & Media on Twitter For interview opportunities, please contact:Citytv – Alessia Staffieri, 647.262.8412Unit Publicists – Erin Richards, erin@ 416.627.5728Brigitte Kenny, brigitte@ 647.967.3272 A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
