BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Breaking Idol, a CBC documentary

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Previously titled “SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Breaking Idol, a CBC documentary” — renamed by the publisher on Aug 18, 2026

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For years, J.B.’s identity was hidden behind publication ban.Now, she steps forward in her own name to share her story of survival and resilience.We're thrilled to announce the release of Breaking Idol, a powerful new documentary from CBC about "JB” — the survivor at the centre of the first sexual assault trial of Jacob Hoggard.J.B.’s case against the former Canadian Idol finalist and frontman of the multi-platinum band Hedley, captivated the country and divided fans of all ages. Based on part on Canadian True Crime's series about the trial, Breaking Idol explores the collision of fandom, power, and truth, and follows J.B. as she confronts the aftermath of the trial and the culture that protected the man who assaulted her. __________________________________________________Steam Breaking Idol now on CBC Gem, YouTube, Apple TV__________________________________________________See media clips on Canadian True Crime Facebook and InstagramDirector Tiffany HsiungSupervising Producer Sally KaramProduced by Frantic Films for CBC’s The Passionate EyeConsulting Producer Kristi LeeSpecial thanks to J.B. and Kelly Favro, Beyond The VerdictBreaking Idol is based in part on Canadian True Crime’s podcast series The Trial of Hedley’s Jacob Hoggard Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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