Sonja Smits

Biography

Sonja Smits is a Canadian actress recognized for her versatile performances across film, television, and theatre. She gained prominence for her role as Sara Fraser in the acclaimed Canadian television series "Street Legal." Smits' portrayal of the determined and skilled lawyer showcased her acting prowess and earned her critical acclaim. Additionally, she has been the lead in two other TV series, Traders and the Eleventh Hour, as well as many TV movies such as Margret Lawrence's The Diviners. Her feature films, include David Cronenberg's cult classic, "Videodrome" and "Owning Mahoney" with Philip Seymour Hoffman. Sonja has received numerous honours and awards for her work including a Gemini Award-Best Actress, TWFT- Outstanding Achievement Award and ACTRA Award of Excellence. She was the first artist named as President of Harbourfront Centre Board, was a founding member of ACTRA Women's Caucus and served as Chair at Toronto Artscape Foundation. Sonja is the co-owner of Closson Chase Vineyards, a pioneer in the creation of the viticulture region of Prince Edward County.

Most Known For

Falcon Crest

as Lydia Boulanger

The Outer Limits

as Dr. Anne Crain

Ginny & Georgia

as Dena Beck

Airwolf

as Alexandria Rostov

The Hitchhiker

as Nina Russell

Ransom

as Gwyneth Davenport

Street Legal

as Carrington 'Carrie' Barr

Traders

as Sally Ross

Diggstown

as Candace Wynn

Mary Kills People

as Estelle

Owning Mahowny

as Dana Selkirk

Pretty Hard Cases

as Judy Wazowski

Star Trek: Section 31

as Terran Proctor

Videodrome

as Bianca O'Blivion

The Eleventh Hour

Odyssey 5

as Cynthia Hodge

Drifting Snow

as Joanne

War Brides

as Lisa

TekWar: TekLords

as Kate Cardigan

Cybergeddon

as Amanda Jocelyn