Craig Phillips Biography: Age, Net Worth, Wife, Children, Siblings, Parents, Height, Family, Music Singles, TV Series  

Craig Phillips is an accomplished English television presenter and builder, best known for winning the inaugural series of Big Brother UK in 2000.

With a background in construction, he has since become a trusted expert in home improvement, hosting numerous DIY shows and building a respected career in property development and media production.

Craig Phillips
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Craig Phillips
Born:	October 16, 1971 (age 54 years old)
Place of Birth:	Liverpool, England
Nationality:	English
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Phillips
Siblings:	One older sibling
Spouse:	Laura Sherriff
Relationship:	Married
Children:	Two
Occupation:	Television Presenter, Builder, and DIY Expert
Net Worth:	$5 million

Early Life and Education

Craig Phillips, an accomplished English television presenter and builder, was born on October 16, 1971, in Liverpool, England. As the younger of two children, he endured the loss of his father in a car crash at age 13, after which his family relocated to Shropshire in the late 1980s.

Raised by his mother in a resilient household, he developed an early interest in construction. At 18, he began a bricklaying apprenticeship with a local firm, later advancing through night school in brickwork and civil engineering to earn a City & Guilds qualification. His ethnicity is English, and he follows Christianity.

Career

Craig Phillips rose to national prominence in 2000 by winning Big Brother UK from 45,000 applicants, securing 3.7 million votes and donating his full £70,000 prize to a friend with Down syndrome for her transplant.

Leveraging his trade skills, he signed an exclusive BBC contract in 2001 as a DIY specialist, presenting over 850 episodes across channels like BBC, ITV, and Discovery.

Key shows include 60 Minute Makeover (ITV, 2007–2008), Housecall (BBC1), Trading Up (BBC1), Renovation Street (ITV1), and Big Strong Boys (BBC1). In 2003, he co-founded Avent Productions, executive producing series like Boyz in the Wood and Conversion.

He released a charity single, “At This Time of Year,” peaking at No. 14 in 2000, and his 2009 autobiography. Recent ventures include his YouTube channel, Mr and Mrs DIY, since 2018, alongside pantomime roles and brand ambassadorships for Ryobi and Silverline Tools.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @craigphillipsofficial
• Facebook Handle: Craig Phillips
• YouTube Handle: Mr and Mrs DIY

Personal Life

Craig Phillips, an accomplished English television presenter and builder, at age 54, cherishes a stable family life. He met Laura Sherriff in 2016 and married her in 2018 at Peckforton Castle, Cheshire, with guests donating to hospice charities instead of gifts.

The couple welcomed daughter Nelly Phillips in March 2019 and son Lennon Thomas in December 2020. Now residing in Majorca for a serene upbringing away from UK pressures, he balances fatherhood with work, often crediting Laura’s support.

Filmography

Television:

• Big Brother (2000) – Winner
• 60 Minute Makeover (2007–2008) – Presenter
• Housecall (2001) – DIY Expert
• Trading Up (2002) – Presenter
• Renovation Street (2000s) – Co-Presenter
• Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway (2009) – Guest
• Ultimate Big Brother (2010) – Guest

Film:

• Keith Lemon: The Film (2012) – Cameo
• Ho Ho Ho Selecta! (2003) – Supporting Role

Music Singles:

• At This Time of Year (2000)

Net Worth

Craig Phillips, an accomplished English television presenter and builder, commands an estimated net worth of $5 million USD. His wealth accumulates from television hosting, production deals, property investments, and endorsements.

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