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Julie Le Breton

Julie Le Breton is a Québécois actress known for her work in French-language film, television, and theatre.

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

Julie Le Breton is a Québécois actress known for her work in French-language film, television, and theatre. She is particularly recognized for roles in *Québec-Montréal*, *Maurice Richard*, *Starbuck*, *Minuit, le soir*, and *Les beaux malaises*. Born in Arvida, Quebec, she has become a prominent figure in Canadian French-language entertainment.

Early life

Julie Le Breton was born in Arvida, Quebec, Canada, on 8 September 1975. Sources describe her as a French-Canadian performer whose career developed largely in Quebec’s French-language entertainment industry.

Career

She first gained public attention through television and then broke through in film with *Québec-Montréal*. Her film and television work spans comedy, drama, and biographical material, and she has also performed on stage.

Notable roles

Among her best-known roles are Lucille Richard in *Maurice Richard*, as well as parts in *Starbuck*, *De père en flic 2*, *Minuit, le soir*, *Les beaux malaises*, and *La Nuit où Laurier Gaudreault s'est réveillé*.

Recognition

Her performance in *Maurice Richard* brought significant recognition, including a Genie Award for best actress according to French-language media profiles. She has also received attention for her theatre work and repeated major television roles.

Key facts

  • Julie Le Breton is a Québécois actress born in Arvida, Quebec, on 8 September 1975.
  • She gained wider attention with the film *Québec-Montréal*.
  • She played Lucille Richard in *Maurice Richard*, earning a Genie Award for best actress.
  • Her television work includes *Watatatow*, *Minuit, le soir*, *Les beaux malaises*, and *Les Pays d'en haut*.
  • She has also appeared in theatre productions and is identified as both an actress and producer.
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Canadian context

Julie Le Breton is a prominent Quebec performer whose career is rooted in Canadian French-language film, television, and theatre, making her relevant to Canadian entertainment history and Quebec cultural life.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Julie Le Breton?
Julie Le Breton is a Canadian actress from Quebec known for film, television, and theatre roles in French-language productions.
When was Julie Le Breton born?
She was born on 8 September 1975.
Where is Julie Le Breton from?
She was born in Arvida, Quebec, Canada.
What is Julie Le Breton best known for?
She is best known for roles in *Québec-Montréal*, *Maurice Richard*, *Starbuck*, and several Quebec television series.
Has Julie Le Breton worked in theatre?
Yes. Sources from Quebec theatre institutions note that she has appeared in stage productions in addition to film and television.

References

  1. French Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julie_Le_Breton
    Supports: Birthplace, profession, and notable film and television credits.
  2. 7 Jours — https://www.7jours.ca/2026/06/04/julie-le-breton-age-famille-carriere-nouvelles
    Supports: Date of birth, birthplace, career overview, and later roles.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/fr-ca/name/nm0495920/
    Supports: Date of birth, birthplace, occupations, and selected credits.
  4. Théâtre Denise-Pelletier — https://www.denise-pelletier.qc.ca/biographies/julie-le-breton/
    Supports: Theatre work and selected film and television roles.
  5. Centre du Théâtre d’Aujourd’hui — https://theatredaujourdhui.qc.ca/artistes/julie-le-breton
    Supports: Stage career and prominence in Quebec theatre.