Canada’s music business is nowhere near as large as that of the United States. Yet, they’ve amassed an undeniably great catalog of musicians. Names like Drake, Justin Bieber, and Avril Lavigne have all created waves in their various genres over the years, reminding the rest of the globe that the True North doesn’t lack vocal talent.
The annual Grammy Awards have already aired in the United States. On Monday (March 13), their neighbors hosted the Juno Awards, which honor the finest of Canadian music.
This year’s ceremony was hosted by Barbie actor Simu Liu in Edmonton, Alberta. Several recording artists came out to perform, including Nickleback, TOBi, and Jessie Reyez. The “Photograph” hitmakers earned an induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. Elsewhere, The Weeknd came out on top in terms of trophies last night. He earned an impressive five awards, for Best Artist, Pop Album, Album, Songwriter, and Single.
2023 Juno Awards
Elsewhere at the annual award show, Lavigne was rudely interrupted while introducing another performer, AP Dhillon. While she was speaking to the audience, a topless streaker managed to sneak on stage, proudly parading around with nothing more than pasties covering her nipples. While the “Girlfriend” hitmaker initially didn’t see (or ignored) the intruder, when security failed to intervene after several seconds, she took matters into her own hands.
“Get the f*ck off,” the punk princess demanded before reaching out to swat at the anonymous woman’s chest. “Get the f*ck off, bitch,” Lavigne said again, adding an extra swear for more emphasis. As Page Six notes, the protestor’s back had a message reading “SAVE THE GREEN BELT,” making reference to the Ontario government’s recent decision to sell land to developers. While her message isn’t a bad one, her timing and delivery are nothing short of inappropriate, as many Twitter users are pointing out.
Avril Lavigne Takes Care of Business
A topless woman interrupted Avril Lavigne onstage at The JUNO Awards:
“Get the fuck off, bitch!” #JUNOS pic.twitter.com/XzyCw2Qeft
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) March 14, 2023
“This was so disrespectful and random at the same time,” one person posted after catching the now-viral clip. In a helpful explanation, another user weighed in with, “So for those that don’t live in Canada or Ontario, Doug Ford the premier wants to sell hectares of green belt (nature) land to developers. This woman was protesting against that. A great message – but she should have picked a different way and location to do it.” See more Twitter reactions to Avril Lavigne’s unexpected guest at the Juno Awards below, and check back later for more pop culture news.
The way security strolled up all lackadaisical 😭
— Alana M. Yzola (@AlanaMYzola) March 14, 2023
So for those that don’t live in Canada or Ontario, Doug Ford the premier wants to sell hectares of green belt (nature) land to developers – this woman was protesting against that. A great message – but she should have picked a different way & location to do it, maybe one where… https://t.co/4USZLf10fN
— Jay Corey (@jaycoreyfox) March 14, 2023
This was so disrespectful and random at the same time.
— Kevin (@foxxworldd) March 14, 2023
Truly rack city
— BOTTEGA VENETA 💿 (@sperofthemoment) March 14, 2023
Avril flickin a streaker’s tit live at the Juno’s is SENDING ME wow invite me next time I didn’t know the show was gonna POP OFFFFF@AvrilLavigne I love you more than ever pic.twitter.com/UkUyvE1g5j
— The Beaches (@thebeaches) March 14, 2023
Canadian security at the #junoawards was so impressive tonight. A topless idiot walks up on stage while Avril Lavigne is introducing an act and security dude meanders his way up eventually. Avril handled it like most Canadians would. All she needed was a beer. #Junos2023 #Junos pic.twitter.com/9HrknevMFq
— Mark (Bundy) Kennedy 🇨🇦 (@MarkKennedyQW) March 14, 2023
Wow she was so proud
— A. J. (@ambjaneth) March 14, 2023
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