Nicolina’s Golden Buzzer Moment: Vaughan Singer’s Heart-Felt Breakout on Canada’s Got Talent

🎤 Nicolina: Angelic Voice, Bold Comeback on Canada’s Got Talent

Nicolina, a singer from Vaughan, Ontario, emerged as one of the standout acts of CGT season 5 in 2025 with her powerful vocal performance and moving personal story.

📍 Background & Rise to the Stage

Originally known to many through her participation on American Idol (where she made a deep run), Nicolina returned to her Canadian roots for CGT. 
She has shared openly about anxiety and the emotional weight behind her art, and for this audition she chose to perform an original song reflecting her journey and inner struggles.

🌟 The CGT Moment That Won Hearts

On the CGT stage, Nicolina delivered an original song (titled “Situations”) with such poise and emotional honesty that the show’s host – Lindsay Ell – pressed the Golden Buzzer during or immediately after the performance. 
That buzzer gave her an automatic advanced spot and a prize of CAD $25,000 to support her musical journey.

💡 Why Nicolina’s Story Resonates

• Authenticity & vulnerability: Her performance wasn’t just about hitting high notes—it was about sharing something personal and real.

• Comeback narrative: After competing elsewhere and gaining experience, she returned with more maturity and purpose.

• Original artistry: Instead of only covers, she presented her own work, signalling a shift from talent-show hopeful to serious artist.

• Canadian pride: Being from Vaughan, Ontario, her success supports local fans and the narrative of Canadians making their mark.

🔮 What’s Ahead

Nicolina’s Golden Buzzer moment has given her a strong platform. Moving forward, she has the potential to:

• Release original music and build a fan base under her own artistic voice.

• Leverage her CGT exposure to secure performances, streaming growth, or collaborations.

• Position herself as a rising Canadian artist capable of transcending talent-show origins.