Harry Greene (television personality)
Harry Greene | |
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| Born | Henry Howard Greenhouse 21 November 1923 Rhymney, near Caerphilly, Monmouthshire, Wales |
| Died | 4 March 2013 (aged 89) |
| Education | Rhymney Grammar School |
| Alma mater | Newport College of Art (now the University of South Wales), Cardiff College of Art, Cardiff University |
| Occupation(s) | Draughtsman, teacher, actor, diy expert |
| Years active | 1939–2013 |
| Known for | UK's first television DIY expert |
| Notable work | Handy Round the Home, Dream Home, DIY SOS, Changing Rooms, House Doctor, DIY Challenge, QVC UK |
| Spouse | Marjie Lawrence (1955–2010) Her death |
| Children | Sarah, Laura, Robin |
Harry Greene (21 November 1923 – 4 March 2013) was a Welsh television personality, known for being the UK's first television DIY expert. During his lifetime, Greene wrote over 23 books, presented more than 2,000 DIY programmes, and via his building company had provided bespoke construction services to over 32 stars of stage and television.