Josh Flagg Biography: Books, Wife, Ethnicity, Net Worth, Awards, Height, Parents, Religion, TV Shows

Joshua Daniel Flagg also known as Josh Flagg is a prominent American real estate broker, television personality, author, and entrepreneur known for starring on Bravo’s Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles.

Through his high-stakes luxury property deals in Beverly Hills and beyond, bestselling books, and charismatic on-screen presence, he has inspired many with his sharp business skills, family legacy, and journey in the competitive world of elite real estate.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Joshua Daniel Flagg
• Stage Name: Josh Flagg
• Born: August 20, 1985
• Age: 40 years old
• Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
• Nationality: American
• Ethnicity: Jewish
• Occupation: Real Estate Broker, Television Personality, Author, Public Speaker
• Height: 173 cm
• Religion: Judaism
• Parents: Michael Flagg and Cindy (Platt) Flagg
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Bobby Boyd (divorced) and Kelton Hovland
• Children: None
• Relationship: Dating
• Net Worth: $40 million USD

Early Life and Education

Joshua Daniel Flagg was born on August 20, 1985, in Los Angeles, California, to parents Michael Flagg and Cindy (Platt) Flagg.

He grew up in a prominent Jewish family with deep entrepreneurial roots: on his mother’s side, he is the grandson of philanthropist and electronics executive Herman Platt and great-grandson of Benjamin Platt, founder of the nationwide Platt Music Corporation; on his father’s side, he is the grandson of renowned fashion designer and Holocaust survivor Edith Flagg, who pioneered importing polyester to the U.S.

Flagg attended the private Brentwood School and graduated from Beverly Hills High School in 2004.

He began apprenticing under legendary real estate broker Bruce Nelson (“Broker to the Stars”) at age 16 while still in high school.

His religion is Judaism, and his ethnicity is Jewish (Ashkenazi with Austrian roots on paternal side).

Career

Josh Flagg began his professional path in real estate at age 18–19, right after high school, focusing on luxury residential sales in Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Holmby Hills, and the Sunset Strip.

Mentored by Bruce Nelson until age 21, he quickly rose as one of the top-producing agents in one of the world’s most competitive markets.

He gained international fame when he joined Bravo’s Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles in Season 2, appearing for 15 seasons alongside agents like Josh Altman.

Known for closing multi-million-dollar deals and selling well over $3 billion in career transactions, Flagg has represented high-profile clients and celebrity properties.

He authored the books A Simple Girl: Stories My Grandmother Told Me (2009, inspired by Edith Flagg’s Holocaust survival and fashion success) and Million Dollar Agent: Brokering the Dream.

He has also created apps like Star Maps, delivered keynote speeches on real estate and motivation, contributed to publications, and built a media presence as a public speaker and entrepreneur.

His success stems from early hustle, family legacy, and relentless drive in luxury real estate.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @joshflagg1

Personal Life

Josh Flagg, 40 years old, is in a relationship with Kelton Hovland; the couple began dating in early 2024 and have shared romantic moments publicly while noting Kelton’s preference for privacy.

He was previously married to model and real estate agent Bobby Boyd; they wed on September 10, 2017, at the Beverly Hills Hotel and announced their divorce in March 2022 (finalized in 2023).

Publicly known past relationships include a long-term romance with interior designer Colton Thorn (around 2008) and a relationship with Andrew Beyer (2022–early 2024). He has no children and is openly gay.

Flagg prioritizes family, collecting fine art and vintage automobiles (including one of the largest collections of Billy Haines furniture), and living authentically in Los Angeles. His height is 173 cm.

Filmography

• Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles (Bravo, Season 2–present, 15 seasons)
• Various Bravo reunion specials and spin-off appearances
• A Simple Girl: Stories My Grandmother Told Me (2009 book)
• Million Dollar Agent: Brokering the Dream (book)
• Keynote speaking events and motivational content on real estate and success
• Cameo personalized videos and social media lifestyle content

Net Worth

Josh Flagg’s net worth is estimated at $40 million USD.

His income primarily comes from luxury real estate commissions through his brokerage (having closed billions in sales), reality television earnings from Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles, book sales, public speaking engagements, media contributions, and entrepreneurial ventures including apps and investments.