Georgina Dobson crowned winner of Mediacorp 987 STAR 2025
Singapore, 31 May 2025 – Mediacorp’s search for the next big media personality – designed to nurture and develop talent in the industry – culminated in the Ultimate Showdown, a spectacular finale held at 313@somerset on 31 May 2025. The top four finalists of Mediacorp 987 STAR – Georgina Pattarida Dobson, Lex Whitlock, Nicolette Callie Wee and Shaniah Kiew – battled it out for the crown. After an evening of impressive performances and close competition, Georgina emerged victorious, and was crowned the winner of Mediacorp 987 STAR 2025.
This result came after a grueling two-hour grand finale, where the top four contestants went head-to-head in a series of dynamic challenges designed to their stage presence, vocal prowess, spontaneity and charisma. Held live at 313@somerset, the competition drew an energetic crowd, with fans turning up in full force to support their favourites and soak in the electric atmosphere.
The “Wheel of Flavours” challenge
The fun kicked off with the “Wheel of Flavours” challenge, where each contestant spun a colourful wheel featuring eight Fisherman’s Friend flavours like Honey Lemon and Apple Cinnamon. Each flavour unlocked a hilarious “Would you rather” question, challenging the finalists to respond with creativity, humour and confidence – all in front of a live audience.
The “Ultimate Hosting” challenge
The pressure ramped up with the “Ultimate Hosting” challenge – a true test of live media chops. Each contestant took the stage to host a segment featuring interviews with special musical guests, WhyLucas and Shazza. From witty introductions to compelling interviews, the final four had to keep the energy up, the conversation flowing, and the crowd engaged, demonstrating their ability to connect with both the artists and the audience.
Adding to the evening’s excitement, WhyLucas and Shazza took to the stage with show-stopping performances. WhyLucas captivated the crowd with his performance of his original songs Oh, Krissy Baby and Fall, while Shazza performed her hit songs, Right Person, Wrong Time and Perfume, adding a vibrant musical highlight to the night.
Presiding over the series of challenges was an illustrious panel of judges, comprising SGAG’s Xiao Ming, Mediacorp’s Chief Talent Officer Doreen Neo, Mediacorp Class 95’s Muttons (Justin Ang and Vernon A), and Mediacorp 987’s Programme Director Janice Lim (known affectionately as “Boss Janice”). They evaluated the top four contestants on their vocal delivery, creativity, originality and audience engagement. After careful deliberation, the judges awarded the title of Mediacorp 987 STAR 2025 to Georgina for her authenticity and poise. In addition to earning the coveted title, Georgina also walked away with a $5,000 cash prize, courtesy of Fisherman’s Friend, and a contract with Mediacorp 987 – marking the beginning of an exciting journey as she kickstarts her dream career.
Simone Lum, Head of Growth and Audio, Mediacorp said: “A huge congratulations to Georgina for a truly standout performance that embodied what Mediacorp 987 STAR is all about – creativity, authenticity, and strong audience connection! We’re also incredibly proud of all our finalists – each of them brought something special to this competition, and it’s been a joy to witness their growth over the course of this journey. We hope this experience has been rewarding for them, and we look forward to seeing where their talents will take them in the media industry.”
Georgina Pattarida Dobson, winner of Mediacorp 987 STAR 2025, shared "Winning still feels so surreal—someone please pinch me! I’ve grown tremendously since the very day I first stepped into the audition booth. I’m incredibly grateful for the unwavering support and guidance from our amazing mentors throughout this journey. I'm also especially thankful for the friendships I’ve built with so many insanely talented contestants. Can’t wait to see what exciting adventures await with Mediacorp 987!”
Fans who wish to relive the best moments of Mediacorp 987 STAR can catch the episodes on Mediacorp Entertainment on YouTube and mewatch, and enjoy highlights on Mediacorp 987’s TikTok.
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