Sophie Simone Cortina was born in Caracas , Venezuela and raised in Mexico City, fully immersed in a multicultural environment since birth. She learned to speak English, French and Spanish simultaneously and flows naturally from one language to another effortlessly. She inherited her distinctive sense of style and European flair from her French mother, Michele. From her Mexican father, Alfonso, Sophie inherited her vibrant Latin intensity, fighting spirit and passion for sports. She attended the Lycee Franco Mexicain in Mexico City in which the entire curriculum is taught in French.

She reveres family and friends above all and believes that strong family bonds along with true friendships are the foundation for a happy life. She is commited and passionate about all humanitarian and environmental causes. She has an older sister, Cybele, and a younger brother, Alfonso.

When interviewed by Sophie, Vince Vaughn declared “Mexican French! And they let you out in public? That’s too much passion!” Sophie’s vigor, creativity, magnetism, playful spirit, idealism and unquenchable thirst for knowledge are reflected in her adventurous lifestyle and in the playful and somewhat mischievous sparkle in her eyes. She has often been described as inspirational as she strives to be a voice of truth for those whose voices cannot be heard.

Sophie’s determination, focus and sense of discipline have been evident since childhood, and have led her to embark on a successful career as a professional tennis player after having also excelled as a nationally ranked Olympic gymnast. She was competing in International tennis tournaments by the age of 13 representing her native country (Mexico) as a top ranked international player. She has competed in numerous major tournaments including Wimbledon , The French Open and The US Open and was ranked among the top 20 World Junior Rankings. She went on to attend the University of Miami under a full athletic scholarship, graduating with honors with degrees in International Business & Marketing, and minors in Photo Journalism and Theatre.

Although Sophie’s tennis career was cut short due to a shoulder injury that forced her to undergo a career ending surgery during her college years, her unfaltering optimism and determination allowed her to redirect her talents effortlessly into a career as a reporter, actor, voice over talent, and television host.

Sophie’s effervescence, confidence and natural grace have made her a natural in front of the camera, quickly turning her into an international success. Since reporting for “Control”, a nationally broadcasted entertainment news show on Univision, the opportunities to work have been steady and increasingly meaningful. In recent years she has worked for Univision, Telemundo, MTV, MuchMusic Television, Cosmopolitan International Television, Fox Sports, Fox International, AXN, ESPN and TELEVISA . Her career continues to evolve and grow as she reaches new horizons in the Hispanic, Mainstream and international markets. Her talents and potential are limitless. Sophie is destined to become an increasingly recognized name, as she continues to touch the lives of her viewers with her genuine care and interest for the stories she covers. Her warmth and charismatic disposition transcend borders, cultures, ethnicities and socio-economic boundaries making her appealing to an infinite audience and virtually all who come in contact with her.

Sophie’s insatiable thirst for knowledge and truth combined with her desire to grow both personally and professionally, have always compelled her to seek out new challenges in life. As a result, her artistic expression keeps growing and evolving into new areas. She has a passion for a photography and writing and has her own successful jewelry line: (www.sophiesimone.etsy.com). With gratitude, love, peace and freedom as her trusted mantras, Sophie will undoubtably continue to evolve as a human being into an increasingly consequential and influential participant in life.