OH Canada!
Sharon Leigh Bruneau was born in Timmins, Ontario, Canada, reared in the metropolis of Toronto. Growing up Sharon joined the Cheerleading squad of her High School (East York) in Toronto, Canada. In Sharon's Teen years she not only had been on the Cheer Squad, but she had also studied Dance.Her study of Dance eventually landed her numerous Television appearances in Canada. Sharon later on relocated to Vancouver, British Columbia (where she began studying and working as an Actress). Was one of 3 Choreographers for the "Men of Chippendales", Canada. Sharon made her way to Los Angeles in the spring of 1992. Sharon keeps Company with her adorable black Pug who goes by the name of (Jack).
Dedication and Recognition
Her slender physique and striking ethnic look brought Sharon success as a fashion model in Canada including opportunities to begin Hosting various Television and Video specials throughout the years.
At the pinnacle of her modeling/dance career, Bruneau contracted pneumonia. To rehabilitate herself she began weight training and, through the encouragement of Bodybuilding Mogul, Joe Weider, she began entering fitness competitions and in a few short years, became one of the most sought after and striking personalities on the Fitness scene.
It's Great to Be #1
Called "Bodybuilding's No. 1 pin-up" by FLEX magazine in 1992 through 1997.
Was one of the first women to be signed under contract with Weider Health & Fitness, Weider Publications from 1991 - 1998.
In an age of specialization, Sharon Bruneau is far more than the spectacularly honed body that has appeared on magazine covers internationally and hosted fitness shows, events and network specials over a decade.
A Complete Female Powerhouse
Though long since retired from fitness competitions (1997), Sharon still loves to work out but no longer in the iron gym. Sharon's passion and athletic background stems from ballet/jazz which has become part of her exercise routine once again doubled up with Pilate's and Wushu.
Whether Sharon is modeling, acting, Producing or hosting a motivational fitness event, her work has taken her around the globe a few times over the past 15 years and one thing is for certain, she has made an incredible, positive impact to thousands of people either through her many images or to those who have had the chance to come in direct contact with her amazing energy.