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Bob Vila Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on March 18, 2026: By Josphat G

Bob Vila is an American actor best known for playing Host in This Old House.

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Best Known For:The television program This Old House
Breakthrough:Pioneered the home restoration TV genre as the original host of PBS's This Old House in 1979

10 Quick Facts About Bob Vila

  • Full Name: Bob Vila
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Entertainer
  • Known For: The television show This Old House
  • Current Role: Retired TV host
  • Date of Birth: March 16, 1946
  • Age: 80 years old
  • Place of Birth: Miami, FL
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Diana Barrett
Bob Vila
Bob Vila

Bob Vila Age

Bob Vila is about 80 years old as of 2026. Bob Vila was born in 1946.

Education

He attended University of Florida, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Journalism.

  • University of Florida
    • Qualification: Bachelor's degree
    • Field of Study: Journalism

Rise to Fame

Bob Vila rose to prominence for his role on the television show This Old House.

Notable Works

Notable screen roles include This Old House and Bob Vila's Home Again.

  • TV Show: This Old House (Host, 1979-1989) — Groundbreaking home improvement show
  • TV Show: Bob Vila's Home Again (Host, 1990-2005)

Bob Vila Family & Relationships

Bob Vila is married to Diana Barrett. He has 3 children, including Christopher and Monica.

  • Children:
    • Christopher
    • Monica
    • Susannah

Lesser Known Facts

  • He served in the Peace Corps in Panama in the early 1970s.

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Bob Vila
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Entertainer
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: Hispanic / Latino

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: March 16, 1946
  • Age: 80
  • Birthday: March 16
  • Zodiac Sign: Pisces
  • Place of Birth: Miami, FL

Measurements

  • Eye Color: Brown
  • Hair Color: Gray

Family & Relationships

  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Diana Barrett

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
  • Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
  • Source of Income: Business

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  • Diana Barrett (Spouse • Wife)

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