Steve Anthony is a Canadian broadcaster and former television and radio host. He is best known as one of the founding VJs of MuchMusic and as the longtime co-host of CP24 Breakfast in Toronto.
Anthony was born on April 2, 1959 (67 years old) in Montreal, Quebec. His energetic on-air style made him a familiar face across Canadian pop culture for decades.
He gained national fame as a MuchMusic VJ from May 1987 to November 1995. He later co-hosted Citytv’s Breakfast Television and helped launch CP24 Breakfast, which grew into Toronto’s most-watched local morning show.
Away from the anchor desk, he is also a well-known voice imaging artist heard on stations across North America.
Quick Facts of Steve Anthony
| Full Name | Stephen Anthony Gomes |
| Profession | Broadcaster, television and radio host, voice imaging artist |
| Age | 67 years old |
| Date of Birth | April 2, 1959 |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Aries |
| Birthplace | Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
| Current Address | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Gender | Male |
Steve Anthony Early Life and Education
Steve Anthony was born Stephen Anthony Gomes on April 2, 1959, in Montreal, Quebec. He was raised with his family in Montreal.
From a young age, he was drawn to music and hosting, which shaped the direction of his broadcasting career.
Education
Anthony has spoken about his early days at John Abbott College, located on Montreal’s West Island, before he moved into radio.
He began his media career in the mid 1980s at Montreal radio station CKGM.
| School | Yet to be updated |
| Alma Mater | John Abbott College, Montreal |
| Highest Qualification | Yet to be updated |
Steve Anthony Personal Life
Steve Anthony is married to Tanya Gomes.
Steve accounted for the fact that they are married in the 2018 statement announcing his departure from CP24, where he explained that they had been building businesses and projects together.
Parents
Information about his parents is yet to be updated.
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Wife | Tanya Gomes |
| Parents | Father: Yet to be updated Mother: Yet to be updated |
Steve Anthony Career
Steve Anthony built a long career in Canadian media, moving from radio into music television and later into morning news broadcasting.
Mid 1980s: Radio beginnings at CKGM
Anthony started out in radio in the mid 1980s at Montreal station CKGM. This gave him his first real footing in broadcasting.
1986 to 1987: Q107 Toronto
In 1986, he moved to Toronto to take the afternoon drive shift on Q107. He left the following year for a new opportunity in music television.
1987 to 1995: MuchMusic VJ
Anthony joined MuchMusic in May 1987 and became one of its breakout VJs, staying until November 1995.
He is remembered as one of the network’s founding on-air personalities during the early days of music video television.
He often mentions working alongside fellow VJ Erica Ehm during this era. His time at MuchMusic made him a national figure in Canadian pop culture.
1987 to 1989: CFNY-FM morning show
While at MuchMusic, Anthony also hosted the morning show on Toronto radio station CFNY-FM.
Doing radio and television at the same time became a pattern in his career.
1989 to 1994: Citytv Breakfast Television
Anthony co-hosted Citytv’s Breakfast Television, one of the earliest and most popular morning brands in Canadian television.
This was his first major step into morning show hosting.
1998 to 2001: CHOM-FM Montreal
Anthony returned to Montreal to host the morning show on CHOM-FM.
He took over the morning slot after the station moved on from Howard Stern’s syndicated show.
2001 to 2008: Mix 99.9 Toronto
Back in Toronto, Anthony hosted the Mix 99.9 morning show with Carla Collins from 2001 to 2003. He then moved to the station’s afternoon show from 2003 to 2008.
In 2006, he also served as a panelist on MuchMusic VJ Search, a competition to find new hosts for the network.
2009: Sirius radio, Chopper 24 and CP24
In 2009, Anthony hosted a weekend show on Sirius channel Iceberg 85 and co-hosted Too Much ’80s with Erica Ehm through Astral Media’s Orbyt service.
That March, he joined CP24 as a reporter on the network’s news helicopter, known as Chopper 24.
2009 to 2018: CP24 Breakfast co-host
From September 2009 until March 2018, Anthony was a co-host of CP24 Breakfast. He first joined the launch team and then took over as co-host in 2010.
He worked closely with co-host Melissa Grelo and shared the studio with news anchor Ann Rohmer and later Lindsey Deluce.
The team also included weather specialist Nalini Sharma, traffic and safety specialist Cam Woolley, and traffic reporters Mika Midolo and Bob Summers.
He originally stepped into the co-host chair once Matte Babel moved to the Live Eye role and later left the show.
Under this team, CP24 Breakfast grew into Toronto’s most-watched local morning show.
2015: Battle Factory
In 2015, Anthony lent his voice as the narrator of the television series Battle Factory.
2018 onward: Leaving broadcasting and Direct Co-ops
Anthony announced in March 2018 that he was stepping away from television and radio, with his final CP24 show on March 29.
In August 2018, he was named Head of Media Relations and joined the advisory board at Direct Global / Direct Co-ops.
He also continues as a voice imaging artist, with his voice heard on stations including SiriusXM NHL Network Radio and Faith-FM.
Steve Anthony Awards and Achievements
Steve Anthony earned recognition for his long run in Canadian morning television and radio.
Major wins
- Top Choice Award, received for three consecutive years during his broadcasting career.
Steve Anthony Net Worth
The estimated net worth and annual salary of Steve Anthony are yet to be updated.
| Net Worth (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
| Salary (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
Steve Anthony Height, Weight, and Physical Stats
Below are the physical stats of Steve Anthony:
| Height | In centimetres: Yet to be updated In metres: Yet to be updated In feet and inches: Yet to be updated |
| Weight | In kg: Yet to be updated In lbs: Yet to be updated |
| Body Measurements | Yet to be updated |
| Hair Colour | Yet to be updated |
| Eye Colour | Yet to be updated |
Steve Anthony Instagram, X, Facebook
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Interesting Facts About Steve Anthony
- His real name is Stephen Anthony Gomes, and he uses Steve Anthony as his professional name.
- In January 2014, he drop-kicked a monster truck tire during a live CP24 remote at the Maple Leaf Monster Jam. He broke his hip and needed hip replacement surgery, then joked about the ordeal on social media.
- His voice can be heard as a radio imaging voice on stations across North America, including SiriusXM NHL Network Radio and Faith-FM.
- He took over the CHOM-FM Montreal morning slot after the station moved on from Howard Stern’s syndicated show.
- He served as a panelist on MuchMusic VJ Search in 2006, helping choose the network’s next generation of hosts.
- On his social media, he playfully lists himself as a husband with three dogs, along with roles such as voice imager, writer, producer, and speaker.
- He narrated the television series Battle Factory in 2015.
FAQs
Who is Steve Anthony?
Steve Anthony is a Canadian broadcaster, former MuchMusic VJ, and former co-host of CP24 Breakfast.
How old is Steve Anthony?
Steve Anthony is 67 years old. He was born on April 2, 1959, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Is Steve Anthony married?
Yes, Steve Anthony is married to Tanya Humphrey-Anthony.
Why is Steve Anthony famous?
Steve Anthony is best known as a founding VJ of MuchMusic and as the longtime co-host of CP24 Breakfast in Toronto.
When did Steve Anthony leave CP24 Breakfast?
Steve Anthony’s final show was on March 29, 2018, after nine years on the program.
What is Steve Anthony doing now?
Steve Anthony stepped away from daily television and radio in 2018 and took a role as Head of Media Relations at Direct Global / Direct Co-ops, while continuing voice imaging work.
