Drake double trouble: Toronto contest sparks viral buzz

Drake is a popular Canadian artist, best known for his rap career, but he also has an acting portfolio. He gained international fame and recognition due to his hip-hop achievements. Over the years, he's earned a reputation as one of the most influential artists in the music industry by combining diverse musical styles, including rap, R&B, and pop.

Drake has collaborated with some of the biggest artists in the industry, such as Jay-Z, DJ Khaled, Eminem, Kanye West, and Timbaland. His lyrics often touch on personal topics, challenging private experiences, interpersonal relationships, and success, capturing the attention of millions of fans worldwide.

Social media often features creators who resemble celebrities so closely that they are easily mistaken for them. This resemblance inspired the creation of look-alike contests for famous stars. Recently, contests were held for those who closely resemble Timothée Chalamet and Zayn Malik. The actor personally appeared at one of the contests. The initiative quickly gained popularity worldwide.

In Toronto, Drake's hometown, a look-alike contest for the rapper was organized and became a major attraction. Participants who bore a striking resemblance to the artist showed up, along with women who drew on beards and dressed like him. Initially, the contest prize was supposed to be a bottle of Hennessy cognac and a pack of Backwoods cigars. When the rapper learned about the event, he contributed an additional $10,000 for the winner. The first place in the competition was won by Makayla Chambers, a 21-year-old who sported a loose outfit and a painted-on beard.

After the winner was announced, all contest participants hit the dance floor. A local club organized an after-party for Drake's look-alikes. Videos from the event quickly went online, drawing the attention of netizens.