Drew Scott

Early life and family

Drew Alfred Scott was born on April 28, 1978, in Vancouver, British Columbia, the youngest of three brothers. He is the identical twin of Jonathan Scott, born four minutes after his brother, with their older brother James Daniel (JD) being two years their senior. Their parents, Jim and Joanne Scott, were reportedly surprised by the twin birth, having expected a single child. Their father Jim had emigrated from Scotland as a teenager and initially worked in the film industry as an actor, stuntman and assistant director before shifting his focus to raising his family on a horse farm in Maple Ridge, British Columbia.

From a young age, Drew and Jonathan were encouraged toward entrepreneurship and practical work. On their seventh birthday, their father prompted them to start their first business, called JAM, making and selling nylon-covered hangers door to door. Their older brother JD would often pay the twins to build and repair fences, decks and barns on the family property. Even as children, the twins frequently rearranged the furniture in their family home, displaying an early interest in space and design. Drew attended Thomas Haney Secondary School, where he excelled in sports, both playing and coaching basketball and volleyball teams.

Early career and real estate beginnings

Drew Scott's early career pursuits were varied, reflecting a blend of creative and practical interests. As children, he and Jonathan trained as apprentice clowns, performing at parties. Drew later focused more on basketball while Jonathan pursued magic. In his teens and young adulthood, Drew pursued acting, securing roles on Canadian television series such as Smallville, Breaker High and Madison. He and Jonathan enrolled at the University of Calgary, where Drew studied kinesiology with the initial goal of becoming an entertainer but with a pragmatic approach to finances.

Inspired by an infomercial by real estate investor Carleton Sheets, the twins decided real estate could provide financial stability while they pursued entertainment careers. During their first semester, they assumed the lease of a seven-bedroom rental property near campus. They cleaned and repaired it, sublet five rooms, and generated a monthly profit. Using a vendor take-back mortgage, they purchased the home with a minimal down payment, renovated it conservatively using rental income, and sold it a year later for a $50,000 profit. This successful first flip launched a 15-year side business of purchasing, renovating and selling homes. Drew obtained his real estate license in 2004 and, with Jonathan, founded Scott Real Estate Inc., a company designed to offer clients a comprehensive service for buying, selling and renovating properties.

Rise to television fame

Despite his success in real estate, Drew moved to Vancouver in January 2006 to pursue acting full time, giving himself one year to make progress. He took acting classes, networked within the industry, and worked on movie production crews. As the year ended, he found himself in significant debt and returned to his real estate roots, opening a Vancouver branch of Scott Real Estate. Around this time, he began pitching television shows with real estate themes. Production company Cineflix initially considered him for a hosting role on a show tentatively called My Dream Home. When producers learned he had a twin brother also in real estate, they developed a concept around the pair, which became the pilot for Property Brothers.

The show was picked up by HGTV in Canada and the United States, with Drew serving as the realtor and Jonathan as the contractor. Its success was immediate and substantial, leading to numerous spinoff series including Buying and Selling, Brother vs. Brother, Property Brothers: at Home, and Property Brothers: Forever Homes. The renovation of the Las Vegas home Drew and Jonathan purchased together in 2011 became the subject of Property Brothers: At Home, which became HGTV's highest-rated series premiere since 2009. Drew has also directed several episodes of Property Brothers and Buying and Selling.

Scott Brothers Entertainment and business ventures

In 2010, Drew, Jonathan and their brother JD co-founded Scott Brothers Entertainment, an independent production company originally focused on film before shifting to television and digital content. The company has produced their various television series, web series like Toddler vs. Toddler, and other programming. Under this banner, Drew has worked as an executive producer, director and content creator. In 2015, Drew and Jonathan launched the home furnishings brand Scott Living, first with an outdoor furniture line on QVC. The brand expanded rapidly, generating over US$100 million in revenue by the end of 2016. An extension called Dream Homes was created to provide high end, customized architecture and home elements.

All their brands were later consolidated under Scott Brothers Global. The brothers have also authored several books, including the New York Times bestseller Dream Home: The Property Brothers' Ultimate Guide to Finding & Fixing Your Perfect House (2016), a memoir titled It Takes Two: Our Story (2017), and a children's book, Builder Brothers: Big Plans (2018). Drew has continued to pursue acting projects, including appearing with his twin in the USA Network comedy Playing House and in webseries like Tiny House Arrest. In 2026, he and Jonathan appeared as themselves in an episode of the final season of the comedy series Hacks, participating in a celebrity edition of The Amazing Race.

Television hosting and other projects

Beyond the core Property Brothers franchise, Drew Scott has hosted and appeared in a wide array of television programs and specials. He and Jonathan have co hosted events like the Great American Country's Top 50 Country Countdown in 2013 and the Rose Parade in 2014 and 2015. Drew competed on season 25 of Dancing with the Stars in 2017, finishing in fourth place. He was set to host the HGTV competition series Rock the Block in 2019, which pitted other network personalities against each other in renovation challenges.

Personal projects with his wife, Linda Phan, have also been televised. These include Property Brothers at Home: Drew's Honeymoon House, which chronicled the renovation of their Los Angeles home, and Drew and Linda Say I Do, a TLC special documenting their 2018 wedding in Italy. In 2026, Drew was introduced alongside Michael Bublé as a celebrity coach for the 2026 WHL Prospects Game. His production company also released the series Hometown Giants on Prime Video in 2026.

Public persona and recognition

Drew Scott is known for his professional, suit wearing demeanour as the realtor counterpart to his more casually dressed contractor brother, though both share a goofy, playful sense of humour. Their height, both standing over 6'4", and their twin dynamic have contributed to a significant public profile. The brothers developed a large female fan base early on, partly due to their initial airing on the W Network, a channel for women's programming. They have frequently been featured on lists highlighting their popularity, including People magazine's Men of the Year (2014), its 50 Most Beautiful People list (2013, 2014), and its Sexiest Man Alive issue (2013, 2014, 2017).

Drew maintains a strong social media presence under the handle MrDrewScott across platforms like Instagram, Twitter and Facebook, where he shares professional updates and personal moments. Mashable has referred to him as a master of social media. In 2026, he was named to the TIME100 Creators list, recognizing him as one of the 100 most influential digital voices of that year. His approachable style and focus on practical, achievable home improvement have cemented his status as a relatable television personality.

Personal life

Drew Scott met Linda Phan, a creative director, at a Toronto Fashion Week event in 2010. Phan later became the Creative Director for Scott Brothers Entertainment, overseeing digital content, product lines and marketing campaigns. The couple became engaged in December 2016 and married in a destination wedding in Italy on May 12, 2018. Their wedding incorporated elements of Drew's Scottish heritage and Phan's Vietnamese heritage and was featured in the TLC special Drew and Linda Say I Do. For the occasion, Drew co wrote and performed a song for his bride titled You Chose Me.

The couple lived primarily in Las Vegas before moving to Los Angeles, California in October 2017, stating their intention to raise future children there. After a two year fertility journey that included IUI and IVF treatments, they announced in December 2021 that they were expecting their first child. Their son was born on May 4, 2022. They welcomed a daughter, their second child, on June 5, 2024. Drew frequently shares moments of family life on social media, noting in 2026 a focus on family time including park visits, bike rides and camping trips.

Questions about Drew Scott

How did Drew and Jonathan Scott get started on television?

Drew began pitching real estate themed shows to production companies after re establishing himself in Vancouver real estate. Cineflix producers were initially considering him for a hosting role on a show tentatively called My Dream Home. When they learned he had an identical twin brother who was also in real estate and construction, they developed a concept around the pair. This led to the filming of a pilot for what became Property Brothers, which was subsequently picked up by HGTV and launched their television careers.

What is Scott Brothers Entertainment?

Scott Brothers Entertainment is an independent production company co founded by Drew, Jonathan and their older brother JD in 2010. Initially focused on film, the company shifted to creating original television and digital content. It produces the Property Brothers franchise and its many spinoffs, such as Brother vs. Brother and Celebrity IOU, as well as web series and other programming. Drew serves as a co founder and executive producer, involved in the creation and production of their various media projects.

Is Drew Scott still a licensed realtor?

Yes, Drew Scott remains a licensed realtor. He obtained his real estate license in 2004 after deciding to focus on the transaction side of the business. He co founded Scott Real Estate Inc. with his brother Jonathan that same year, providing a comprehensive service for buying, selling and renovating properties. While his television career is his primary public focus, his expertise as a realtor is integral to his role on Property Brothers and related series, where he guides clients through the home buying process.

When did Drew Scott get married and does he have children?

Drew Scott married Linda Phan on May 12, 2018, in a wedding in Italy that was later featured in a TLC special. The couple had been engaged since December 2016. They have two children together. Their son was born on May 4, 2022, after a two year fertility journey. They welcomed a daughter, their second child, on June 5, 2024. The family resides in Los Angeles, California.

What other business ventures do the Property Brothers have?

Beyond television and production, Drew and Jonathan Scott have launched several successful business ventures. Their home furnishings brand, Scott Living, launched in 2015 and generated over $100 million in revenue by the end of 2016. An extension called Dream Homes offers high end, customized architecture and design. They have also authored multiple books, including best selling home improvement guides and a memoir. All their brands operate under the umbrella of Scott Brothers Global.

What recent television projects has Drew Scott been involved in?

Recent projects include ongoing hosting duties on the Property Brothers franchise and its spinoffs like Property Brothers: Forever Home and Brother vs. Brother. In 2026, he and Jonathan appeared as themselves in an episode of the fifth season of the comedy series Hacks. That same year, he was a celebrity coach for the 2026 WHL Prospects Game and his production company released the series Hometown Giants on Prime Video. He continues to develop and produce new content through Scott Brothers Entertainment.

Sources: Wikipedia and current public reporting, checked by the Yadude Books desk. Last updated 2026-10-20.