Sonja Barend

Sonja Maria Barend (29 February 1940 – 11 April 2026) was a Dutch television personality. She hosted one of the nation’s first talk shows, Sonja, in 1974–1975. From 1977, she developed her style and became the Dutch "talk show queen", attracting millions of viewers.

She was noted for her combination of emotional warmth and sharp questioning – until then unheard of on Dutch tv. Her shows broke taboos and allowed ordinary people a voice in public dialog. She retired from television in 2006, after four decades of television making.

Sonja Barend is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 10 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Hedy D'Ancona: Het Persoonlijke is Politiek (2022), Sonja Barend - Vragen zonder antwoord (2012), VD (1972), Wedden, dat..? (1986), Joost Zwagerman - Voor Alles Bang Geweest (2018), Ellen Blazer: Schitteren in de Schaduw (2011), De Zaak Braun (2000), Trouble in Paradise (1989). The recorded credits span 1972 to 2022, including 9 movies and 1 TV show.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.