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Sophie Thibault

Sophie Thibault is a Quebec journalist, television news anchor, photographer and author best known for her long career at TVA.

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

Sophie Thibault is a Quebec journalist, television news anchor, photographer and author best known for her long career at TVA. She became one of the most prominent faces of French-language television news in Quebec and retired from anchoring in 2025 after 37 years at the network.

Early life and education

Thibault studied psychology before turning to journalism, later completing studies in information and journalism at the University of Montréal. Sources describe journalism as a later vocation that began after she changed academic direction.

Broadcast journalism career

She joined TVA in 1988 and went on to cover major news events, including the Oka crisis in 1990. In 2002, she became the first woman in North America to anchor a solo evening newscast.

Retirement and later work

Thibault announced her retirement in 2025 after 37 years with TVA and ended her anchoring role in June 2025. She has continued public work as a photographer, columnist, speaker and author.

Photography and books

Since 2012, Thibault has developed a photography practice centred on wildlife and landscapes. She has also published books, including titles cited in recent media coverage such as Dans ma nature and Photosensible.

Key facts

  • Began her television journalism career at TVA in 1988.
  • Became the first woman in North America to anchor a solo evening newscast in 2002.
  • Anchored TVA Nouvelles 17 h, 18 h and 21 h during her career.
  • Announced her retirement in 2025 and presented her final newscast on 19 June 2025.
  • She also works as a photographer, focusing on nature, birds and landscapes.
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Canadian context

She is a major figure in Quebec and Canadian French-language television journalism, and her career is closely associated with TVA’s news coverage in Quebec.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Sophie Thibault?
She is a Quebec journalist, television news anchor, photographer and author best known for her long tenure at TVA.
What is Sophie Thibault known for?
She is known for anchoring TVA Nouvelles and for becoming the first woman in North America to anchor a solo evening newscast in 2002.
When did Sophie Thibault retire from TVA?
She announced her retirement in 2025 and presented her final TVA newscast on 19 June 2025.
What did Sophie Thibault study?
She studied psychology and later completed a certificate in information and journalism at the University of Montréal.
Does Sophie Thibault work outside journalism?
Yes. She is also active as a photographer, writer, speaker and columnist.
Has Sophie Thibault received honours?
Yes. She was named a Chevalière of the Ordre national du Québec in 2021.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sophie_Thibault
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, occupation, and TVA journalism career overview.
  2. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sophie_Thibault
    Supports: TVA anchoring roles, years on air, and photography interests.
  3. Sophie Thibault — https://www.sophiethibault.ca/bio/
    Supports: Education and professional biography.
  4. Radio-Canada — https://ici.radio-canada.ca/ohdio/premiere/emissions/journalisme-histoire-famille/segments/entrevue/354133/sophie-thibault-tva-nouvelles
    Supports: Career beginnings, first-woman milestone, and biography details.
  5. Radio-Canada — https://ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/2137833/sophie-thibault-retraite-cheffe-antenne-tva
    Supports: Retirement announcement, milestone, and books.
  6. Noovo Moi — https://www.noovomoi.ca/en-vedette/sophie-thibault.html
    Supports: Career timeline, retirement, and honour.