Born name

Sonia Melissa Kruger

nickname

Sonia

Sun sign

Virgo

Place of birth

Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia

Residence

Kruger lives in a 5 bedroom villa built on three levels in Mosman, a suburb on Sydney’s Lower North Shore.

She bought the luxurious property in December 2015 for six and a half million.

nationality

training

Sonia Kruger attended Beenleigh State High School and graduated in 1982.

She later enrolled at the Technical University , Sydney to pursue a degree in art.

occupation

TV-Moderator

family

• Father – Adrian Kruger (deceased June 2015 after a long illness)
• Mutter – Margaret Kruger
• Siblings – Debbie Kruger (Older Sister)

Manager

Sonia Kruger will be represented by Melissa Harvey of Profile Talent Management.

Build

Slim

Height

5 feet 8 inches or 173 cm

weight

66 kg or 145.5 lbs

friend/spouse

Sonia Kruger has dated

1. James Davies (2003-2009) – After dating for a while, Sonia married British banker James Davies in January 2003. However, they tried to keep their wedding a secret for a few months before she decided to sell her wedding story to a women’s magazine. Their 6-year marriage ran into trouble in late 2008. In March 2009, her representative confirmed that they had decided to end their marriage amicably. The inside sources pointed out that their busy work schedule may be behind their split. By mid-year, their amicable split had escalated into a bitter feud as they struggled for control of their fortune and possessions. In July 2009, Davies even got into a fight with then-boyfriend Craig McPherson.
2. Jim Wilson (2008-2009) – In late 2008, Kruger was reported to be dating news anchor Jim Wilson. However, their relationship lasted less than half a year.
3. Craig McPherson (2008-present) – Sonia began datingCraig McPherson, who served as News Director and Executive Producer on Today Tonight at Channel Seven in September 2008, gave birth to their first daughter in January 2015. Maggie who was born through IVF treatment. Before Maggie was born, she suffered a couple of miscarriages. In January 2017, she sparked speculation that she had married Craig after wearing a ring on her left ring finger while returning from vacation. However, her rep released a statement debunking marriage rumors.

race/ethnicity

White

hair colour

Dark Brown (Natural)

But she tends to opt for blonde-hued colors.

eye color

dark brown

sexual orientation

Just

distinguishing features

• Round face
• Big smile

measurements

36-27-36 inches or 91.5-68.5-91.5 cm

dress size

6 (US) or 38 (EU) or 10 (UK)

bra size

34B

shoe size

7.5 (USA) or 38 (EU)

brand promotion

Sonia Kruger has appeared in TV commercials for

• Darrell Lea Chocolates
• Healthy life in Switzerland.

Religion

Her religious views are not publicly known.

Known for

• After playing the role of Tina Sparkle in the romantic comedy film, Strictly Ballroom.
• After hosting the Australian version of the popular reality TV show, Dancing With the Stars.
• After a number of popular sporting events such as the Australian Open, the Olympic Games and the Melbourne Cup.

first movie

In 1992, Sonia made her big screen debut in a supporting role in the romantic flick. Strictly Ballroom .

First TV show

In 2003, Sonia Kruger made her first TV show appearance on the news talk show, Sunrise .

Personal trainer

Sonia maintains her youthful figure even as she ages with her unwavering commitment to her exercise routine. She likes to train at high intensity while having a lot of fun at the same time. She loves going to the Sydney Dance Company a few times a week for Zumba classes.

Sonia also enjoys walking her pet. However, she is not a fan of exercising or jogging on the treadmill as she finds it insanely boring.

Also, she’s not a fan of dieting.

Sonia Kruger favorite things

• Food – shepherd’s pie and spaghetti bolognese

Sonia Kruger Facts

1. At the age of 4 she began taking ballet dance lessons. At age 9, she entered ballroom competitions.
2. In the past she was a dance teacher at the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) in Sydney.
3. In July 2016, Sonia became involved in a minor controversy after she demanded that Muslim immigrants be kept out of the country for the safety of society.
4. In 2008, Sonia caused a minor uproar after she spoke out about the flood of illegal immigrants working to create the dress she wore for the Melbourne Cup Carnival. Shortly after making those comments, she asked the show’s Malaysian-born music director Chong Lim, How’s the family, Chong? Good?
5. Follow her on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.