Betty Kennedy
Betty Kennedy is a Canadian broadcaster, journalist, author and retired Senator. She is best-known as a panelist on Front Page Challenge, Canada’s longest running television…
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Famous Burlingtonians
Media & Broadcasting
Famous Burlingtonians who have been recognized internationally for their contributions to media and broadcasting.
Bob Izumi
Bob Izumi is a professional angler, author of several books and the host of Bob Izumi’s Real Fishing Show. In 1979 Bob Izumi became Canada’s…
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Carlos Bustamante
Carlos Bustamante attended Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School in Burlington. He is best-known from YTV’s The Zone, a children’s programming block that he has hosted…
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Charmaine Hammond
Charmaine Hammond attended Glenview Public School Aldershot high school in Burlington. Charmaine launched her first business in 1997, Hammond International Inc. which is a conflict…
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Chris Schultz
Chris Schultz was born in Burlington and attended Aldershot Secondary School. He began his career as a college football player at the University of Arizona.…
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Chuck Swirsky
Chuck Swirsky is best known as the voice for the Toronto Raptors. He worked with the team from 1998 to 2008 as a radio, television…
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Clint (Bubba) O'Neil
Clint (Bubba) O’Neil grew up in Oakville, attended Assumption High School in Burlington, and is a Mohawk College Radio and Television graduate. Bubba became a…
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Connie Smith
Connie Smith grew up in Burlington where she attended Nelson High School. She is best known for being an on-airpersonality at CHCH News where she…
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Darren Eliot
Darren Eliot is a former professional ice hockey goaltender who played minor hockey in Burlington. He was drafted in the sixth round, 115th overall, by…
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Diane Brady
Diane Brady has interviewed many of the world’s leading business and political figures, both on stage and for media outlets worldwide. She also speaks frequently…
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Doug Saunders
Doug Saunders is a Canadian-British author and journalist who was born in Hamilton and attended high school at Lester B. Pearson High School in Burlington.…
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Eric Smith
Eric Smith was born in Burlington and is a sport host, analyst and reporter. He is the radio play by play voice of the Toronto…
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J. Lyman Potts
J. Lyman Potts is a broadcaster who worked for numerous radio stations throughout his lengthy career. Potts was responsible for the creation of the Canadian…
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Janette Ewen
A designer, stylist, writer, editor and broadcaster, Janette Ewen has been a leading decor and lifestyle experts for more than 15 years. A former editor…
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Jillian Barberie
Jillian Barberie is a Canadian actress, television hostess and sportscaster. She was born in Burlington and attended Assumption Catholic Secondary School. After completing her diploma…
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