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November 2025

How an actor, influencer and amateur investor managed to earn a juicy six-figure salary

- BY LINDSEY KING

Hustle and Flow

Jordan Shore is a 31-year-old performer originally from Ottawa. In 2012, he moved to Oakville to study musical theatre at Sheridan before making his professional debut. When the pandemic hit, he shifted from musicals to commercials and influencing to make more money. Last year, he billed $100,000 for partnerships and acting roles— including his first Hallmark movie, A Christmas Angel Match, which is streaming now. This year, he has more than doubled his earnings and is on track to make $230,000. He plans to grow his wealth by investing in ETFs. Here's how he spends the rest.

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