Introduction
Georges Pothier is a Canadian TV host and journalist who has been working for TVA, a French-language television network, since 1997. He is best known for being the presenter of the news segment on Salut Bonjour, a popular morning show. He announced his retirement in April 2023 and will be replaced by Philippe-Vincent Foisy, another TV host and radio personality.
Early life and career
Georges Pothier was born in the Gaspésie region of Quebec, but his exact date of birth and age are unknown. He started his career as a radio journalist and host in Matane and Rimouski, two cities in eastern Quebec. He then moved to Montreal and joined TVA in 1997, when the network launched its 24-hour news channel LCN. He became the morning anchor for LCN and later joined the business channel Argent in 2005.
Salut Bonjour and retirement
In 2012, Georges Pothier joined the team of Salut Bonjour, the most-watched morning show in Quebec, as the news presenter. He developed a strong rapport and complicity with the main host Gino Chouinard, who also announced his departure from the show in June 2024. Georges Pothier decided to retire after 26 years at TVA and nine years at Salut Bonjour. His last day on air will be June 15, 2023. He said he felt lucky and grateful for his career and wanted to leave his place to someone else. He will be succeeded by Philippe-Vincent Foisy, who currently hosts the morning show on QUB radio, a digital radio station owned by TVA.
Conclusion
Georges Pothier is a veteran TV host and journalist who has been a familiar face for millions of Quebecers for more than two decades. He is known for his professionalism, competence, and talent as a news presenter on Salut Bonjour, the most popular morning show in the province. He has not revealed his exact age, but he is estimated to be between 55 and 60 years old. He will retire from TVA and Salut Bonjour in June 2023 and will be replaced by Philippe-Vincent Foisy.