- Category:
- Richest Celebrities › Authors
- Net Worth:
- $5 Million
- Birthdate:
- Apr 24, 1975 (49 years old)
- Birthplace:
- Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Profession:
- Media personality
- Nationality:
- Canadian
What is Sophie Grégoire Trudeau's net worth?
Sophie Grégoire Trudeau is a Canadian television host who has a net worth of $5 million. Sophie Grégoire Trudeau is probably best known for being married to Justin Trudeau for 18 years, from 2005 to August 2023. Justin became the 23rd Prime Minister of Canada in 2015. Sophie was a childhood classmate of Justin's late brother Michel Trudeau. Grégoire Trudeau is a champion of women's issues and mental health initiatives, using her public platform to raise awareness and effect change in these areas.
Early Life
Sophie Grégoire was born into a Franco-Quebecois family in Montreal on April 24, 1975.
Her father, Jean Grégoire, was a stockbroker, and her mother, Estelle Blais, was a Franco-Ontarian nurse. She attended the private all-girls' school, Pensionnat du Saint-Nom-de-Marie in Outremont, and then studied Commerce at McGill University before transferring to the Université de Montréal, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Communications.
Career
After graduation, Grégoire Trudeau began a career in media, working initially as a receptionist and assistant at an advertising firm. Her career in television began at LCN's daily show "Showbiz," where she covered entertainment news. She later became a reporter for eTalk, focusing on celebrities' charitable work, and co-hosted the show "Vivement dimanche" on Radio-Canada.
Beyond her career in television, Grégoire Trudeau's role as a public figure has been marked by her extensive involvement in philanthropic activities. She serves as the official spokesperson for The Shield of Athena, which helps women and children dealing with domestic violence. She is also a public speaker, advocating for issues related to women's rights, self-esteem, and mental health. Her work in these fields has gained her a reputation as a dedicated activist, making her a respected figure in Canadian public life.
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Personal Life
Sophie Grégoire met Justin Trudeau, the future Prime Minister of Canada, when they were both children, but they only began dating as adults. They married in 2005 and have three children: Xavier, Ella-Grace, and Hadrien. As the wife of the Prime Minister, Grégoire Trudeau has used her public role to promote her philanthropic interests and has become a style icon, known for promoting Canadian designers.
In 2020, she made headlines when she was diagnosed with COVID-19, but she recovered after a period of self-isolation. Grégoire Trudeau's openness about her personal struggles, including her past battle with bulimia, has been widely praised and has added to her public profile as a relatable and compassionate figure.
On August 1, 2023 Sophie and Justin announced that they were separating after 18 years of marriage.
