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Marie-Thérèse Fortin

Marie-Thérèse Fortin is a Canadian actress and theatre director from Quebec.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Marie-Thérèse Fortin is a Canadian actress and theatre director from Quebec. Born in 1959, she has worked extensively in film, television, and theatre, and has also led major Quebec theatre companies.

Early life and training

Marie-Thérèse Fortin was born in 1959 in Saint-Octave-de-Métis, Quebec. Available sources indicate she studied at the Conservatoire d’art dramatique de Québec.

Acting career

Fortin has appeared in film, television, and theatre since the mid-1980s. Sources highlight roles in Mémoires vives, Le Monde de Charlotte, Boomerang, Les hauts et les bas de Sophie Paquin, Sans elle, Les grandes chaleurs, Inch’Allah, and Le Fils de Jean.

Theatre leadership and directing

She held senior leadership roles at Théâtre du Trident and Théâtre d’Aujourd’hui. She has also directed productions in Quebec theatre, reflecting a career that combines performance and administration.

Recognition

Her work has been associated with multiple Quebec entertainment awards, including Gémeaux recognition for television performances. Sources also note nominations and wins in other Canadian film and television award contexts.

Key facts

  • Marie-Thérèse Fortin began her screen career in 1985.
  • She is known for television roles in series such as Mémoires vives, Le Monde de Charlotte, Boomerang, and Les hauts et les bas de Sophie Paquin.
  • In theatre, she has played leading roles in about fifty productions.
  • She served as artistic director of Théâtre du Trident from 1997 to 2003 and led Théâtre d’Aujourd’hui from 2004 to 2012.
  • She has also directed stage productions, including works by Michel Marc Bouchard and Michel Tremblay.
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Canadian context

Fortin is a Quebec-based Canadian performer and theatre leader whose career is closely tied to French-language television, film, and stage production in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Marie-Thérèse Fortin?
She is a Canadian actress and theatre director from Quebec, known for work in television, film, and stage.
When was Marie-Thérèse Fortin born?
She was born on 14 April 1959.
Where is Marie-Thérèse Fortin from?
She is from Saint-Octave-de-Métis, Quebec, Canada.
What is Marie-Thérèse Fortin known for?
She is known for roles in Quebec television series and films, and for leadership positions in major Quebec theatres.
Did Marie-Thérèse Fortin work in theatre administration?
Yes. She served as artistic director of Théâtre du Trident and later led Théâtre d’Aujourd’hui.
What are some of her notable screen roles?
Sources mention Mémoires vives, Le Monde de Charlotte, Boomerang, Les hauts et les bas de Sophie Paquin, and Heat Wave.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marie-Th%C3%A8r%C3%A8se_Fortin
    Supports: Birth date, Canadian actress identity, and screen career since 1985.
  2. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marie-Th%C3%A8r%C3%A8se_Fortin
    Supports: Birthplace, profession, notable roles, and theatre/television work.
  3. CINEMANIA — https://festivalcinemania.com/en/persons/marie-therese-fortin
    Supports: Theatre leadership, directing work, television credits, and award mentions.
  4. Théâtre Denise-Pelletier — https://www.denise-pelletier.qc.ca/biographies/marie-therese-fortin/
    Supports: Theatre leadership, stage roles, directing, television and film credits, and Gémeaux award mention.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0287310/
    Supports: Birth year/place and selected acting credits.