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 \"J.B.” — a 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 that 2022 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.
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Stream Breaking Idol now on CBC Gem and YouTube
Currently available only in Canada, sorry.
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Media clips to come on Canadian True Crime Facebook and Instagram
Director Tiffany Hsiung
Supervising Producer Sally Karam
Produced by Frantic Films for CBC’s The Passionate Eye
Consulting Producer Kristi Lee
Special thanks to J.B. and Kelly Favro, Beyond The Verdict
Breaking Idol is based in part on Canadian True Crime’s podcast series The Trial of Hedley’s Jacob Hoggard
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