There’s nothing like holiday decorating to raise the spirits. That’s why personalities like Benjamin Bradley are quite beloved. Also known as Mr. Christmas, Bradley’s new Netflix series, Holiday Home Makeover with Mr. Christmas, features him helping families transform their homes. It’s one Christmas wonderland after the other with him.
With lots of creativity and some extra holiday cheer, he works super hard to give these families the perfect holiday setup. Anyone looking to get into the Christmas spirit can look to him to bring it on. With that in mind, here are some interesting facts about the TV personality.
1. He’s Originally From Indiana
Santa Claus may be from the North Pole, but Mr. Christmas isn’t. Benjamin Bradley was born and raised in southern Indiana, and he’s super proud of his midwestern roots. The TV host decided to relocate to New York City in the early 90s and still lives there today.
2. Benjamin Bradley Has Always Loved Christmas
Even before he earned the nickname Mr. Christmas, Bradley has always had a special place in his heart for the holiday. Benjamin told the Courier & Press, “Christmas has always been something that walked alongside me my whole life. As a little boy, I remember dragging a dead Christmas tree back to the house. I guess I was going to decorate it and do the whole thing all over again. So that’s a big part of who I am.”
3. The TV Personality Went To Purdue
After high school, Benjamin Bradley decided to stay close to home, so he attended Purdue University. While his major isn’t particularly public knowledge, he completed his program. It wasn’t till he moved to New York that he enrolled at the Fashion Institute of Technology, where he earned a bachelor’s degree.
4. He Works For An Interior Design Company
Bradley’s love for Christmas isn’t the only thing that makes him qualified to host a show like Holiday Home Makeover. He also has lots of experience working in the world of interior design. Benjamin Bradley is currently a principal designer at E&C Home Interiors, and his expertise comes in very handy throughout the show.
5. Benjamin Bradley’s Opportunity To Do The Show Came From A Friend
In most cases, reality TV show creators shop around for ideas for a while. But in Benjamin’s case, the opportunity came to him. He told Architectural Digest, “I actually had made a vow to myself that it was going to be my year of saying yes. I was going to say yes to every dinner invitation. Yes to everything—because I cancel a lot on reservations. So when a producer friend asked if I was interested in making a show, I said sure.”
