Ant Anstead is a British television personality, car builder, and designer, known for his appearances on automotive shows like Wheeler Dealers and For the Love of Cars. He first gained fame for his mechanical expertise and on-screen charisma. Anstead has hosted several shows, including Ant Anstead Master Mechanic and Celebrity IOU Joyride. Outside of TV, he is a passionate car enthusiast and mechanic, often participating in car shows and restoration projects.
In his personal life, Anstead has been married twice. He was previously married to Louise Anstead in 2005, with whom he shares two children, before they separated in 2017. He then married HGTV's Christina Hall in 2018, but they divorced in 2020. Anstead has a son, Hudson, with Christina. He is currently in a relationship with actress Renée Zellweger, and they became engaged in 2023.
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Full Name
Anthony Richard Anstead
Date of birth
28 March 1979
Place of birth
Plymouth, England
Ancestry
British
Family
Category
Details
Father
Not publicly disclosed
Mother
Not publicly disclosed
Siblings
Not publicly disclosed
Spouses
Louise Anstead (married 2005–2017), Renée Zellweger (married 2021–present)
Partners
N/A
Children
Amelie Anstead, Archie Anstead
Grandparents
Not publicly disclosed
Notable Relatives
None publicly known
Personal Life Milestones
Year
Milestone
2014
Gained fame as a television presenter and automotive expert on the show Wheeler Dealers
2018
Launched his own show, Ant Anstead Master Mechanic, showcasing his automotive skills
2020
Became a co-host on the HGTV show Celebrity IOU
2021
Married actress Renée Zellweger, further increasing his public profile