Hailing from Butlerville, Newfoundland and Labrador, singer Jacob Lewis earned a life-changing moment on the 2025 season of Canada’s Got Talent when music icon Shania Twain awarded him the coveted Golden Buzzer. Twain, making her debut as a judge this season, marked a milestone with her powerful endorsement.
Lewis’s emotional performance struck a chord with both the audience and judges, prompting Twain to send him straight to the semifinals. Along with the Golden Buzzer honor, Lewis received a $25,000 prize from sponsor CIBC—an incredible boost to fuel his musical journey.
Twain, who grew up in Timmins, Ontario, has long expressed her passion for uplifting artists from small communities, recognizing the unique challenges they face in breaking into the industry. Her support of Lewis reflects that dedication to nurturing homegrown talent.
As Jacob Lewis continues his journey on the show, fans across the country are eagerly looking forward to the next stage of this exciting season of Canada’s Got Talent.
