Virginie Efira

Virginie Efira is a Belgian-French actress and former television presenter born in Brussels on 5 May 1977.

Virginie Efira is a Belgian-French actress and former television presenter born in Brussels on 5 May 1977. She began her career in television before moving into film in the 2000s and became known for roles in French-language cinema, including *Victoria*, *Benedetta* and *Paris Memories*. She is relevant to Canadian readers through the international circulation of French-language cinema and festival films, several of which have screened in Canada and at Canadian film festivals.

Early life and education

Virginie Efira was born in Schaerbeek, Brussels, in 1977. Sources describe studies in Latin, psychology and mathematics before she turned to acting and performance work.

Television career

She first became known as a television presenter in Belgium and later in France, including hosting entertainment and reality programs such as *Nouvelle Star*. She left television to focus on acting by the late 2000s.

Film career

Efira’s film career developed through the 2000s and expanded with leading roles in the 2010s and 2020s. Her filmography includes *It Boy*, *Victoria*, *Elle*, *Sibyl*, *Bye Bye Morons*, *Benedetta* and *Paris Memories*.

Awards and recognition

Her performance in *In Bed with Victoria* brought major critical recognition, including a Magritte Award and her first César nomination. She later won the César Award for Best Actress for *Paris Memories*.

Personal life

Efira was married to Patrick Ridremont from 2006 to 2009. Since 2018, she has been in a relationship with actor Niels Schneider, and they have one son together.