By Harshit
TORONTO, Nov. 20, 2025 —
Sophie Grégoire, the ex-wife of former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, is speaking candidly about life in the public eye following their separation — and how she’s handling renewed media attention surrounding Trudeau’s reported romance with pop star Katy Perry.
Appearing on the latest episode of the podcast “Arlene is Alone,” hosted by Canadian entrepreneur and TV personality Arlene Dickinson, Grégoire reflected on her personal journey, emotional resilience, and the importance of choosing peace amid public scrutiny.
When Dickinson mentioned she admired how composed Grégoire had remained despite the media frenzy surrounding her ex-husband’s new relationship, the 50-year-old author and wellness advocate responded with grace.
“You know, we’re human beings and stuff affects us. Normal,” Grégoire said. “How you react to stuff is your decision. So, I choose to try to listen to the music instead of the noise.”
A Calm Response to Public Curiosity
The former journalist and mental health advocate acknowledged that being in the public eye means personal moments often become public talking points. Still, she emphasized that the way one responds determines the kind of person they become.
“I’m very aware that a lot of public stuff out there can be triggers,” Grégoire explained. “What I do with it is my decision. The woman I want to become through this is my decision.”
Her comments come just weeks after photographs of Trudeau and Perry embracing on a yacht near Monaco and later holding hands at Paris’s famed Crazy Horse cabaret went viral, seemingly confirming their romantic relationship. The images were taken around Perry’s 41st birthday in late October, sparking global headlines.
While Grégoire did not directly address the relationship, her tone suggested acceptance — a shift toward personal healing rather than reaction.
“I’ll let myself be disappointed by someone, I’ll let myself be angry, be sad,” she said. “And I know for a fact how important it is, as a mental health advocate, to feel those emotions.”
A Partnership, Not Single Parenthood
During the podcast, Grégoire also gently corrected Dickinson after she referred to her as a “single mom.”
“I’m definitely not a single mom,” she said firmly. “I have a partnership with a father who has such deep love and availability to his children.”
Grégoire and Trudeau married in 2005 and share three children — Xavier, 17, Ella-Grace, 15, and Hadrien, 10. The couple announced their separation in August 2023, describing the decision as mutual and deeply considered. Despite the split, they have maintained a united front in co-parenting and have appeared together at several public and family events over the past two years.
In an earlier interview promoting her 2024 book “Closer Together: Knowing Ourselves, Loving Each Other,” Grégoire spoke about the challenges of balancing motherhood, identity, and public expectations. “You can love someone deeply and still realize that your paths have changed,” she said at the time. “What matters is how you honor that love after change.”
A Message of Emotional Honesty
Grégoire, a longtime advocate for mental health awareness, has consistently encouraged others to embrace emotional vulnerability. In the podcast, she reiterated that message, noting how important it is not to suppress feelings, even in difficult circumstances.
“You can’t live fully without feeling fully,” she said. “You can’t be strong without sometimes being soft. The challenge is to let the storm pass without letting it define you.”
Her approach reflects her broader philosophy of mindful living and emotional resilience — something she’s spoken about at public events and in her wellness advocacy work.
“Life isn’t about pretending that pain doesn’t exist,” she added. “It’s about acknowledging it, respecting it, and then choosing what you do next.”
Public and Private Lives Intertwined
Since leaving public office in 2023, Trudeau has largely stayed out of personal headlines — until his rumored relationship with Perry reignited international attention. Perry and Trudeau reportedly grew close over the past year through mutual humanitarian and cultural initiatives, including global youth programs and climate advocacy projects.
While neither has publicly confirmed the relationship, they were spotted multiple times in Europe throughout late summer and early fall. Photos of them leaving a Parisian cabaret hand-in-hand in October were widely published, marking their first official public appearance together.
Meanwhile, Grégoire continues her work as an author, speaker, and advocate for women’s empowerment and emotional wellness. She has expressed that her focus remains on her children and personal growth.
“I’m learning to find joy in simple things again,” she said on the podcast. “Cooking dinner, watching my kids laugh, reading a book. These are the things that ground me. The rest is just noise.”
A Graceful Path Forward
As for what comes next, Grégoire says she’s focusing on the future — with gratitude, self-awareness, and a renewed sense of independence.
“It’s not about moving on from something; it’s about moving into something — into who you’re meant to be,” she told Dickinson.
Her composure and emotional honesty have earned widespread praise online, with fans calling her remarks “classy,” “dignified,” and “a lesson in self-control.”
Through her words, Grégoire has once again reminded the public why she remains one of Canada’s most admired figures: poised, authentic, and unwavering in her commitment to personal truth.