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France Beaudoin

France Beaudoin is a Québécoise journalist, television host, and producer.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

France Beaudoin is a Québécoise journalist, television host, and producer. She is best known for hosting and creating the Radio-Canada music program *En direct de l’univers* and for her work as a television producer through Pamplemousse Média.

Early life and education

France Beaudoin was born on August 25, 1969, in Disraeli, Quebec. She trained in journalism before beginning her career in broadcast media as a reporter and presenter.

Television career

Beaudoin moved from journalism into television animation, research, directing, ideation, and production. She created *En direct de l’univers* in 2009 and has hosted it since its launch. She has also hosted or appeared on programs including *Deux filles le matin*, *Bons baisers de France*, and *Pour emporter*.

Production work

She co-founded Pamplemousse Média, a production company that produces television series and documentaries for Canadian broadcasters. Through her company, she has produced television projects for Radio-Canada and other outlets, including documentaries, cultural programming, and fiction. She also served as associate producer of *En direct de l’univers*.

Public profile

Beaudoin is a prominent figure in Quebec television and has been recognized for her influence in the province’s media landscape. Her work has been recognized with awards and broad audience success, and her programs have attracted large audiences and industry attention.

Key facts

  • Created and hosts the Radio-Canada music program *En direct de l’univers* since 2009.
  • Co-founded Pamplemousse Média, a production company involved in television series and documentaries.
  • Began her career as a reporter and presenter before moving into television hosting and production.
  • Has hosted or appeared on programs including *Deux filles le matin*, *Bons baisers de France*, and *Pour emporter*.
  • Recognized for her influence in Quebec television with awards and broad audience success.
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Canadian context

France Beaudoin is a notable figure in Quebec and Canadian French-language television, with major work for Radio-Canada and other Canadian broadcasters.

Frequently asked questions

Who is France Beaudoin?
France Beaudoin is a Quebec television host, journalist, and producer known for creating and hosting *En direct de l’univers*.
What is France Beaudoin best known for?
She is best known for *En direct de l’univers*, the music and tribute program she created and animates on Radio-Canada.
Where is France Beaudoin from?
She was born in Disraeli, Quebec, Canada.
What company did France Beaudoin co-found?
She co-founded Pamplemousse Média, a production company involved in television series and documentaries.
What was France Beaudoin’s earlier career?
Before focusing on hosting and production, she worked as a journalist, reporter, and presenter.

References

  1. French Wikipediahttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/France_Beaudoin
    Supports: Birthplace, occupation, and general biography.
  2. ICI Radio-Canadahttps://ici.radio-canada.ca/tele/un-homme-a-la-mer/site/complements/ficheequipe/2665/france-beaudoin
    Supports: Career history, programs hosted, and role as co-founder/producer.
  3. ICI Radio-Canadahttps://ici.radio-canada.ca/tele/en-direct-de-l-univers/site/credits/1/france-beaudoin
    Supports: Journalism background, creation and hosting of *En direct de l’univers*, and production company details.
  4. Apple TVhttps://tv.apple.com/ca/person/france-beaudoin/umc.cpc.tuoyuvoeihu1qbp9asbiknh6?l=fr-CA
    Supports: Birth date and identity as a Canadian TV journalist, host, and producer.