Sonia Benezra


Sonia Benezra is a Canadian broadcaster, described as "Quebec's answer to Barbara Walters". She has hosted shows on MusiquePlus, MusiMax, MuchMusic, MuchMoreMusic, TVA, and CHMP-FM. She has also worked as an actress and clothing designer.

Career

Benezra is best known for hosting a daily live talk show on TQS for six years, featuring francophone and anglophone entertainers. Over 200 shows were produced per year, with more than 1 million viewers per show.
Benezra worked as co-host for the English-language radio station CFQR afternoon drive show. She is involved in the "Walk for Breast Cancer" charities in and around the Island of Montreal.

Personal life

Benezra was born in Montreal to a Moroccan mother and Spanish father; Spanish is her first language. She was raised Jewish.