Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made a surprise visit to the set of the CBC comedy “Son of a Critch” with his youngest son, who shares his passion for the show. The 12-year-old Hadrien Trudeau will make a cameo appearance as an extra in the upcoming Season 5 of the hit series, set to premiere this fall. Creator Mark Critch mentioned that the scene featuring Hadrien involves classmates discovering their roles in a school play.
During Trudeau’s visit, Critch humorously remarked that he refrained from casting the older Trudeau in any scenes since they already had a drama teacher on set. Both Trudeau and his son are avid fans of the show, and Critch extended an invitation for them to visit the set in Newfoundland, where Hadrien got the opportunity to participate as an extra.
Trudeau shared his experience on Instagram, expressing gratitude for the visit and praising the show as a quintessential representation of Canadian culture. The visit, which lasted two days in St. John’s, allowed Trudeau and his son to meet the cast and crew, with Trudeau enjoying watching his son on the production monitors.
During the visit, Hadrien impressed actor Malcolm McDowell, who portrays Pops on the show, with his knowledge of intricate show details. British actor Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, who plays a young Mark Critch, revealed that Hadrien engaged in discussions about acting decisions, blocking, and background tips with him.
Critch and Trudeau have a history of collaboration, having appeared together on CBC’s political satire show “This Hour Has 22 Minutes.” Trudeau and his son’s fandom for “Son of a Critch” was first revealed when they attended Critch’s book launch in Ottawa last year. Trudeau, a father of three, has two older children, Xavier and Ella-Grace, who have also ventured into their respective creative pursuits.
Xavier Trudeau, pursuing a music career, released his debut R&B single “Til The Nights Done” in 2025, featuring vocals from his younger sister. The interaction between Trudeau and his family with the entertainment industry showcases their diverse interests and talents.
The article highlights the positive interaction between political figures like Trudeau and the entertainment industry, fostering a sense of community and shared appreciation for creative endeavors.
