Singer Gabrielle Destroismaisons won the “Masked Singers” competition on Sunday evening.
Under the finery of the Swan, she amazed the gallery by magnificently covering the title “Une chance qu’on s’a” by Jean-Pierre Ferland.
“It was one of the best experiences of my life. It was so much fun from start to finish. And the end… it’s something that I didn’t expect at all, but not at all,” she told the QMI Agency, still very moved by her victory and touched by having been mistaken for singers she admires, such as Isabelle Boulay, Luce Dufault and Cindy Daniel.
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Having not had to change his voice, as some of his masked colleagues did during the season to cultivate a mystery around them, the interpreter of Fleur-de-Lys in Notre-Dame-de- Paris (2000) was convinced that it would be easily identified.
“I don’t think my name came up once…and not that much on social media either. I don’t know if it’s because people are used to hearing me in another register… I think they’re not used to hearing me on walks like the ones I had the chance to do to do on the show,” she said, admitting to having had certain doubts about her skills herself.
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“Sometimes I lacked confidence for certain songs. Marie-Ève Riverin (vocal coach) and Martin Proulx (content producer) really helped me to have confidence in my voice and in what I could do. They guided me so well. In the end, it was such a charm to go into the studio,” confided the “Et Cetera” singer.
“I stepped out of my comfort zone. I feel like I’ve grown up and I’m happy to have shown this side of me through the Swan,” she continued.
The latter, who refused the production’s offer a few times before agreeing to participate in the show, revealed that she had a pang in her heart when taking off her costume for the last time, despite her apprehensions from the beginning.
“I had no idea what I was getting myself into. I was a little afraid to wear a suit. To be hot or panic. But I loved my costume so much. I was hot! And the head was still heavy and very high. It was quite an adaptation just to be able to walk with it, but I really enjoyed it and it was touching for me to say to him: ”Bye Swan. You brought me luck. We did this together. It seems like he’s almost become a friend,” she confided.
Back to the final
Gabrielle Destroismaisons faced Betty Beth and the Zebra in the final, who also appeared on Sunday evening.
The host of “It ends well the week”, Julie Bélanger, was in the costume of the earthen vegetable while the actor Benoît McGinnis, who is currently shining in the drama “The Return of Anna Brodeur”, was in the equine costume.
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The last episode of this fourth season also gave rise to a magnificent opening group number, during which investigator Mélissa Bédard shared the stage with the three finalists. Together, they took on the piece “Salut les amours” by Joe Dassin.
Sam Breton won the Golden Ear for a second time.
Gabrielle Destroismaisons is currently filming the show “Noël, une tradition en song” with Barnev, Joe Bocan, Marie Michèle Desrosiers, Luce Dufault, Joël Legendre and Lunou Zucchini.
She is also a spokesperson for the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul of Montreal and invites those who can, during this holiday season which is slowly beginning, to give for people in need.
**How might Gabby’s experience of winning “La Voix” a second time, after previously winning the competition, influence aspiring singers and their perception of the competition itself?**
This article focuses on Gabrielle Destroismaisons, a singer who recently won a singing competition. Let’s divide it into thematic sections for open-ended discussion questions:
**Section 1: Singing Competition & Performance**
* **Reflecting on the win:** Gabrille won “La Voix” for the second time. How do you think this experience compares to her first win, given that she returned to compete again? What unique challenges and pressures might have existed the second time around?
* **The final performance:** The article mentions a group performance of “Salut les amours” by Joe Dassin. Why do you think this particular song was chosen for this moment? How might this collaborative performance have impacted the overall feeling of the finale?
* **Interpretation of Song Choice:** Often, contestants on singing shows choose songs that are personally meaningful or reflect who they are as artists. What might Gabby’s song choices throughout the competition reveal about her as a singer and a person?
**Section 2: Post-Competition Success & Future Plans**
* **Film Project:** Gabrielle is involved in a holiday television special, “Noël, une tradition en song.” How do you think participating in projects like this can help a singer build their career beyond a competition show?
* **Charity Work:** The article highlights Gabrielle’s involvement with the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul. Why is it important for public figures to use their platform to support causes they believe in? What kind of impact can this have on raising awareness and encouraging charitable giving?
**Section 3: Broader Impact & Reflections**
* **Music Industry:** What are some of the biggest challenges facing singers today, especially those who rise to fame through competition shows? What aspects of the music industry do you think need to be addressed or improved?
* **Inspiration & Role Models:**
How can Gabrielle Destroismaisons serve as an inspiration to aspiring singers or young people interested in the arts? What qualities or experiences of hers can resonate with others?
* **Personal Reflections:**
Has reading about Gabrielle’s journey changed the way you view singing competitions? What are your own thoughts on the role of such programs in discovering new talent?
