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Hamilton Spectator
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Billy Joel cancels tour, including Toronto date, after being diagnosed with brain disorder: ‘I'm sincerely sorry'
Billy Joel has cancelled his upcoming tour, including a date in Toronto , after the legendary singer was diagnosed with a brain disorder. Joel, 76, announced on Friday that he has 'normal pressure hydrocephalus' (NPH), a brain disorder in which excess cerebrospinal fluid accumulates in the brain's ventricles. An Instagram post shared on Joel's official account reads: 'This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision, and balance. Under his doctors instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period.' The post included a short statement from the Piano Man himself: 'I'm sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience, and thank you for understanding.' A post shared by Billy Joel (@billyjoel) Joel was originally set to perform at Rogers Centre in Toronto in March, but cancelled the show days before the tour date. Citing an undisclosed medical condition, Joel's team announced that the show would be rescheduled for 2026. A statement added that Joel was expected to make a full recovery. That rescheduled tour stop, along with 17 more shows set to take place in the U.S. and U.K., have now been cancelled. The last time Joel performed in Toronto was on March 9, 2014 at Scotiabank Arena. Joel also performed at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls last winter. In February, Joel fell on stage while performing in Connecticut. He appeared to quickly recover and was able to finish the show. It is unclear if his surgery was related to this incident. Known for piano playing and his signature blend of pop and rock music, Joel ranks among the bestselling artists of all time. His first album, 'Cold Spring Harbor,' came out in 1971. Since then, he's released a dozen more studio albums, seven live albums and 18 compilations album, and has sold more than 150 million records worldwide. Today, Joel is best known for megahits such a 'Piano Man,' 'We Didn't Start The Fire,' 'Uptown Girl,' and 'New York state of Mind.' In July, Joel performed for the 150th time at Madison Square Garden in New York City, marking the most lifetime concerts at the storied venue by any artist.
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
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 to access your portfolio
