Réjean Tremblay
Réjean Tremblay is a Quebec journalist, columnist, and screenwriter known for his sports coverage, especially hockey, and for his work in television fiction.
Réjean Tremblay is a Quebec journalist, columnist, and screenwriter known for his sports coverage, especially hockey, and for his work in television fiction. He began his career in print journalism in the early 1970s, joined *La Presse* in 1974, and later became a long-running commentator in Quebec media. He is also associated with successful television series such as *Lance et Compte*, *Scoop*, and *Réseaux*.
Early life and education
Réjean Tremblay was born in 1944 in Saint-David-de-Falardeau, Quebec. Before becoming a journalist, he studied in letters and pedagogy and worked briefly as a teacher.
Journalism career
He entered journalism in the early 1970s and joined *La Presse* in 1974. Over his career, he became one of Quebec’s best-known sports columnists, with a strong focus on hockey and major international events. He also covered Formula 1 for eight years and has reported on numerous Olympic Games.
Screenwriting and television work
Beyond journalism, Tremblay wrote or co-wrote several television series and miniseries. His best-known credits include *Lance et Compte*, *Scoop*, and *Réseaux*.
Later career
Tremblay continued working in Quebec media through radio, television, and print. Since 2015, he has been a commentator on 91,9 Sports Montréal. He ended his regular column in *Le Journal de Montréal* in August 2023 after 12 years.
Key facts
- Réjean Tremblay was born in Saint-David-de-Falardeau, Quebec, on 24 August 1944.
- He worked at *La Presse* from 1974 for many years and later wrote for *Le Journal de Montréal*.
- He is known as a specialist in hockey coverage and also covered Formula 1 for eight years.
- He co-created or wrote about twenty television miniseries and series, including *Lance et Compte*, *Scoop*, and *Réseaux*.
- Since 2015, he has been a commentator on 91,9 Sports Montréal.
Réjean Tremblay is a prominent Quebec media figure whose career reflects French-language sports journalism and television production in Canada.
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References
- Radio-Canada — https://ici.radio-canada.ca/ohdio/premiere/emissions/metier-journaliste/segments/chronique/187459/rejean-tremblay-journalisme-metier-biographie-longue-entrevueSupports: Birth date and place, early career, work at La Presse, sports coverage, Olympic coverage, and hockey beat assignment.
- La Presse — https://www.lapresse.ca/sports/2023-08-09/rejean-tremblay-quitte-le-journal-de-montreal.phpSupports: Departure from Le Journal de Montréal in 2023 and prior career context.
- Le Journal de Montréal — https://www.journaldemontreal.com/2023/08/12/salut-rejeanSupports: Confirmation of his final column after 12 years with the paper.
- Éditions de l'Homme — https://editionshomme.groupelivre.com/blogs/auteurs/rejean-tremblay-trem1069Supports: Journalist and screenwriter description, hockey specialization, Formula 1 coverage, and television credits.
- Wikipédia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/R%C3%A9jean_TremblaySupports: Additional biographical context and long-running media roles, including 91,9 Sports Montréal.