What is Bob Vila’s Net Worth?
Bob Vila, the American home improvement specialist, has a net worth of $70 million. He gained fame as the host of “This Old House” and “Bob Vila’s Home Again,” and has also produced other television shows and authored books on home renovation.
Vila’s career took off in 1979 when he became the host of “This Old House,” which made him a household name in the US. He later hosted other similar programs, including “Bob Vila’s Home Again,” and made appearances as himself in various TV shows and movies.
Aside from his television appearances, Vila has written over 25 books on home renovation and historic homes, including “This Old House: Restoring, Rehabilitating and Renovation an Older House” and “Bob Vila’s Guide to Buying Your Dream House.” He has been nominated for seven Daytime Emmy Awards throughout his career.
Early Life and Education
Bob Vila was born on June 20, 1946 in Miami, Florida. He grew up in a Cuban-American family and was raised in a home built by his father. He attended Miami Jackson High School and later pursued journalism at the University of Florida. After earning his bachelor’s degree, he volunteered in the Peace Corps in Panama from 1971 to 1973.
Bob Vila’s Career Highlights
Bob Vila began restoring homes after his time in the Peace Corps and received the “Heritage House of 1978” Award for his restoration of a Victorian Italianate house in Newton, Massachusetts. He then became the host of “This Old House” in 1979, where he renovated various houses alongside carpenter Norm Abram until he left the program in 1989. He later became a spokesman for “Sears” department stores and hosted “Bob Vila’s Home Again,” a show that aired for sixteen seasons in syndication before being cancelled. Throughout his career, Vila also appeared on various episodes of the comedy “Home Improvement” and created television productions such as “Guide to Historic Homes of America” and “In Search of Palladio.” He has also written over two dozen books on home improvement and historic preservation.
Marriage and Family Life
Bob Vila has been married to Diana Barrett since 1975. Barrett is a documentary filmmaker, producer, and professor. The couple has three children together.
Bob and Diana Vila’s Homes
Bob and Diana Vila own several homes in the United States, including a waterfront mansion in Palm Beach, Florida. The Vila’s Palm Beach property is worth $30-40 million based on comparable sales. Bob has served on Palm Beach’s Architectural Commission in the past.
In addition to their Palm Beach property, Bob and Diana also own a waterfront home in Chilmark, Massachusetts. They purchased this 8-acre property for $4.6 million in 2001, and it is currently valued at $15-20 million.
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