Picture of a television presenter Anthony McPartlin

If you know the name of famous television presenter, Declan Donnelly then, you will probably know his co-host, Anthony McPartin who is one of the most promising television personality in the entertainment industry. McPartin is popular for presenting many television reality shows and events.

McPartlin is the former spouse of Lisa Armstrong, a make-up artist. The duo stayed in a marital relationship from 2006–2018 however, they do not share children.

Who Is Anthony David McPartlin? Bio & Wiki

Anthony McPartlin is an English television presenter, producer, and actor who is best known for working with Donnelly as part of presenting the duo Ant & Dec. He was born as Anthony David McPartlin on 18th November 1975, in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England. Moreover, he is British by his nationality and belongs to Caucasian ethnicity.

Photo of Anthony McPartlin and his partner Donnelly when they were young.
Photo of Anthony McPartlin and his partner Donnelly when they were young.

McPartlin was raised by his father, Raymond McPartlin born in 1954 and his mother, Christine Clark Woodhall born in 1956. He grew up with his two siblings, Sarha McPartlin, and Emma McPartlin. 

Inside Of Anthony McPartlin’s Career

Anthony McPartlin started his career from the English television series, Byker Grove where he met his co-host, Declan Donnelly in 1989. They both presented the show until 1993. Later, he co-presented the television program, The Big Breakfast. He also presented many award functions including SMTV Live, BRIT Awards, and so on.

McPartlin voiced for three characters in the children’s television show, Engie Benjy from 2002 to 2004. Later, he hosted the British television variety show, Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway with his co-host, Donnelly since 2002. Currently, McPartlin and Donnelly present the talent show competition, Britain’s Got Talent alongside Simon Cowell and Alesha Dixon since 2007.

How Much Is Anthony McPartlin’s Net Worth?

Anthony McPartlin has an impressive net worth of $45 Million as of 2019. Back in 2018, he maintained the wealth of $44 Million. Likewise, his co-host, Donnelly has a net worth of $16.2 Million as of 2019. Having fruitful income, he also makes a bunch of money from his other works which include advertisements, and endorsements.

Anthony McPartlin with his partner, Donnelly.
Anthony McPartlin with his partner, Donnelly.

McPartlin appears in the televised British talent show competition, Britain’s Got Talent with David Walliams whose net worth is $25 Million, and Amanda Holden who has a wealth of $6 Million. Likewise, the other stars of the show including Alesha Dixon, Stephen Mulhern, and Simon Cowell has a net worth of $4 Million $3 Million, and $570 Million respectively.

Anthony McPartlin’s Salary

Anthony McPartlin boasts a fruitful amount of salary from his profession. Moreover, he and his on-screen presenting partner, Donnelly signed a two-and-a-half year contract with ITV for $33,595,350 (£30 Million).

Anthony McPartlin’s House

Anthony McPartlin purchased a house in suburban London for $4,479,380 (£4 Million) on 12th August 2018. His house consists of six bedrooms, a games room, and sprawling garden. He currently lives there with his girlfriend.

Anthony McPartlin House in London.
Anthony McPartlin House in London.

McPartlin also bought a house with his ex-wife worth $5,599,225 (£5 Million) in 19th October 2018. His house consists of eight bedrooms, a dining hall, and a swimming pool in the back of his house.

Who Is Anthony McPartlin’s Wife? His Marriage & Children

Anthony McPartlin is a divorced man as of 2019. However, he is currently dating his personal assistant, Anne-Marie Corbett, ex-wife of Scott Corbett on the set of Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway. Since then, they fell into love with together and still shares a good company with each other.

Anthony McPartlin and his ex-wife, Lisa Armstrong
Anthony McPartlin and his ex-wife, Lisa Armstrong

Prior to McPartlin’s affair, he was married to his longtime girlfriend, Lisa Armstrong, a make-up artist at Cliveden, a country house hotel in Buckinghamshire. The pair remained together for eleven years before divorcing on 15th January 2018. Later, their divorce got finalized on 16th October 2018.

Currently, Anthony resides in London with his girlfriend.

Rumors & Controversies with Anthony McPartlin

McPartlin went into the hospital for an operation to treat his knee but, was advised to take prescription drugs to combat pain after the surgery was botched in 2015. Over the course of the following two years, he slowly became addicted to drugs and alcohol and consumed it before television appearances. I

n June of 2017, he sought treatment for his addiction and checked himself in for rehabilitation. He was released two months later. McPartlin was involved in a road traffic collision in London, after arrested on suspicion of drink-driving on 18th March 2018.

On the following day, he met his partner, Donnelly, and ITV and suspended further presenting duties in order to return to rehab for further treatment. On 21st March, he was interviewed under caution and subsequently charged with drink-driving.

McPartlin pleaded guilty to the offense at Wimbledon Magistrates’ Court. Later, he was banned from driving for 20 months with a fine $96,306 (£86,000) which was Britain’s highest-ever penalty for drink-driving. In January 2019, McPartlin returned to his television work with his partner, Donnelly at Britain’s Got Talent auditions.

Interesting Facts About Anthony McPartlin

  • McPartlin and his partner, Donnelly interviewed Prince Charles, Prince Harry, and Prince William for The Prince’s Trust 30th Birthday: Live.
  • In McPartlin’s wedding, his partner, Donnelly was the best man.
  • He also served as the best man at Donnelly and Ali Astall‘s wedding on 1st August 2015.
  • He received an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2016 Birthday Honours for his work in television.
  • His zodiac sign is Scorpio.