Sonia Kruger
Sonia Kruger | |
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Kruger at The Mummy black carpet in 2017 | |
| Born | Sonia Melissa Kruger Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia |
| Education | University of Technology |
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| Years active | 1988–present |
| Employer | Seven Network |
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| Spouse |
James Davies
(m. 2002; div. 2008) |
| Partner | Craig McPherson |
| Children | 1 |
Sonia Melissa Kruger is an Australian television presenter, actress and media personality. Kruger is currently the host of Big Brother Australia and a presenter on The Voice Australia. She is best known for co-hosting the popular Australian version of Dancing with the Stars and for the role of Tina Sparkle in the 1992 film Strictly Ballroom, Kruger has also been a co-host of breakfast program Today Extra.
During her time at the Seven Network, Kruger has reported for numerous other events, including the network's coverage of the Olympics, the Melbourne Cup and the Australian Open. In 2023, she was awarded the Gold Logie Award for Most Popular Personality on Australian Television.
She has attracted criticism for her comments on immigrants and Muslims.