“Shania Twain’s Golden Pick: Jacob Lewis Shines on Canada’s Got Talent”

In the 2025 season of Canada’s Got Talent, country music icon Shania Twain gave her Golden Buzzer to singer Jacob Lewis from Butlerville, Newfoundland and Labrador. This was a major occasion in Twain’s first season as a judge on the show.

Jacob Lewis Gets 'Golden Buzzer' on Canada's Got Talent | VOCM

Jacob Lewis gave a sincere performance that moved both the judges and the crowd. Twain, appreciating Lewis’ genuineness and emotional depth, pressed the Golden Buzzer, sending him straight to the semifinals. This award also included a $25,000 reward from sponsor CIBC, which will significantly increase his musical ambitions. ​

Twain, who grew up in Timmins, Ontario, has frequently discussed the difficulties that rural artists have in garnering notice. Her decision to assist Lewis demonstrates her dedication to promoting local talent and providing them with opportunities to shine. As Canada’s Got Talent continues its season, spectators eagerly await the next stages of the competition, with Jacob Lewis firmly in the spotlight. ​

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