Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Partners with Canadian Star Madison Tevli for Compelling New Podcast '21 Questions'

United Arab Emirates, September 2025 – World-renowned hospitality brand, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has partnered with trailblazing Canadian actor, Madison Tevlin, to bring to life Tevlin’s new podcast 21 Questions. Fairmont is elevating the podcast to new heights, giving Tevlin a home base as she travels around the globe meeting notable figures in the entertainment industry and sharing their stories. This partnership celebrates inclusivity and the art of connection, which has been at the heart of Fairmont hospitality since its founding. United by a shared passion for creating authentic and meaningful moments, Fairmont and Madison Tevlin are curating experiences that leave a lasting impression well beyond the moment.

Known for creating a welcoming space, where every guest feels at home, Fairmont properties provide a grand canvas for Tevlin's intimate conversations with guests, including Nicole Scherzinger, Mae Martin, Kameron Saunders, Nelly Furtado, Woody Harrelson and more. Episodes will be set in a variety of Fairmont locations, transporting listeners to an extraordinary world beyond their imagination, while engaging them in meaningful talks between Tevlin and her guests. Madison and her guests turn the traditional podcast format on its head as they ask each other questions to uncover sides of each other that they don’t get to typically share in an interview. 

“We are thrilled to partner with Madison Tevlin on her exciting new podcast venture. At Fairmont, our legacy is built on making luxury inclusive for all, creating unforgettable moments that transform guest experiences into cherished memories,” said Omer Acar, CEO, Raffles and Fairmont. “This collaboration with Madison perfectly embodies our commitment to creating these special experiences for all. Her authentic voice and compelling storytelling will come to life within our properties, offering listeners a unique window into meaningful conversations in the same distinctive spaces where countless memorable moments have unfolded for generations of Fairmont guests.”

A re-imagination of Madison’s award-nominated TV series Who Do You Think I Am?, 21 Questions was created by Sylvia Beirnes, founder of ‘by coastalinc, and produced in partnership with Schitt’s Creek Executive Producer, Andrew Barnsley’s Project 10 Productions. 21 Questions is a twist on the game 20 Questions with a nod to the duplicated 21^st chromosome present in people with Down syndrome.

“Bringing my podcast to life at Fairmont honestly feels like a dream,” said Madison Tevlin. “For a long time, I felt overlooked—and now, I get to sit down with the people who inspired me to keep going, no matter what others thought I could or couldn’t do. I want listeners to feel empowered to look past stereotypes and see the world through a more open, inclusive lens. From day one, the Fairmont team really got it—they understood how important it is to elevate voices like mine and made me feel right at home. I couldn’t have asked for a better partner to help bring these meaningful stories to life.”

Tevlin, who continues to challenge societal norms and perceptions, is an actor, host, public speaker, advocate and content creator. Starring in the film Champions alongside Woody Harrelson and Kaitlin Olson, Tevlin also starred in the viral "Assume That I Can" campaign that earned seven Cannes Lions in 2024 including one prestigious Gold Lion award. Tevlin has long been a fan of Fairmont, with the landmark Fairmont Royal York being her home away from home, as well as the source of many fond memories in Toronto where she resides. Episodes of the podcast will be rolling out and can be viewed on YouTube and Facebook along with wherever you get your podcasts including Spotify and Apple. Stay tuned for additional news and events from Fairmont and Tevlin throughout the year. 

About Fairmont Hotels & Resorts 

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is renowned for the international luxury hospitality brand's unrivalled portfolio of 96 extraordinary hotels where grand moments of life, heartfelt pleasures and personal milestones are celebrated and remembered long after any visit. From grand hotels to urban retreats, since 1907 Fairmont has created magnificent, meaningful and unforgettable hotels, rich with character and deeply connected to the history, culture and community of its destinations – renowned addresses such as The Plaza in New York City, The Savoy in London, Fairmont San Francisco, Fairmont Banff Springs in Canada, Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai, Fairmont Doha and Fairmont The Palm in Dubai.  Fairmont hotels are the social epicenters of their cities—iconic gathering places where people, culture, and ideas converge. Famous for its engaging service, awe-inspiring public spaces, locally inspired cuisine, and iconic bars and lounges, Fairmont also takes great pride in its pioneering approach to hospitality and leadership in sustainability and responsible tourism practices. Fairmont is part of Accor, a world leading hospitality group counting over 5,700 properties throughout more than 110 countries, and a participating brand in ALL Accor, a booking platform and loyalty program providing access to a wide variety of rewards, services and experiences. 

About Madison Tevlin

Madison has walked the runway in New York Fashion Week, and has appeared on The Drew Barrymore Show, The Today Show and Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen. She has been seen in interviews around the world and in print, including Vogue, Forbes, AdWeek, CNN, Glamour, BBC, CBS and The Clinton Global Initiative AGM. Madison has also co-hosted Canadian entertainment news show etalk, morning show Breakfast Television and has written for Net-a-Porter and Maclean’s.

She became the first person with Down syndrome to be nominated for a Canadian Screen Award for Best Talk Show Host and in honor of World Down Syndrome Day, she fronted the viral marketing campaign, Assume That I Can, which accumulated over 150M views in under a week and took home seven Cannes Lion awards, including the prestigious Gold Lion. She loves proving people wrong.