Drew Scott

Early life and family

Drew Scott was born on April 28, 1978, in Vancouver, British Columbia, the youngest of three sons to Jim and Joanne Scott. His birth was a surprise, as his parents were expecting a single child, but he arrived four minutes after his identical twin brother, Jonathan. His older brother, James Daniel (J.D.), is two years his senior. The family moved to a horse farm in Maple Ridge, British Columbia, where their father, a former actor and stuntman, focused on raising the family while their mother worked as a paralegal in Vancouver. From a very young age, the twins were encouraged toward entrepreneurship, starting their first business called JAM on their seventh birthday, selling nylon-covered hangers door to door and eventually securing a large order from a buyer in Japan. As children, they were often paid by their older brother to build and repair fences, decks, and barns on the family property, and they frequently rearranged the furniture in their 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. After graduation, the family moved to Alberta just as Drew and Jonathan left for Calgary to attend university.

Early career and real estate beginnings

In his youth, Drew pursued acting in theatre, improv, and sketch comedy, and the twins trained as apprentice clowns, performing at events for up to 100 dollars per hour. As a teen and young adult, he secured acting roles on television series such as Smallville, Breaker High, and Madison. He and Jonathan enrolled at the University of Calgary, where Drew studied kinesiology, having been a longtime athlete. Concerned about financial stability while pursuing entertainment careers, the brothers were inspired by an infomercial on real estate investment. During their first semester, they assumed the lease on a seven-bedroom rental property near campus, cleaned and repaired it, and sublet rooms, netting an 800 dollar monthly profit. They later purchased the home with a 250 dollar down payment using a vendor take-back mortgage, renovated it conservatively, and sold it a year later for a 50,000 dollar profit. This successful first flip launched a 15-year side business of purchasing, renovating, and selling homes for profit. Jonathan pursued formal training in construction and design to become a licensed contractor, while Drew's hands-on labour was typically limited to tasks like installing siding and tile. To support themselves, the brothers held various jobs including flight attendant, personal trainer, and website designer. In 2002, they co-founded the independent film production company Dividian Production Group with their older brother J.D., as Drew continued to act, direct, and produce on the side. After a string of injuries ended his professional basketball aspirations, Drew obtained his real estate license in 2004 and, with Jonathan, founded Scott Real Estate Inc., aiming to provide clients with a one-stop shop for buying, selling, and renovating properties.

Rise to television fame

In January 2006, Drew moved to Vancouver to pursue acting full-time, giving himself one year to succeed while Jonathan managed their real estate business in Calgary. He took acting classes, networked, and worked on movie crews, but accrued over 100,000 dollars in debt. Realizing he needed to return to his roots, he obtained a realtor's license in Vancouver and opened a branch of Scott Real Estate there. Jonathan later moved to Las Vegas in 2008 to expand the business into property rentals. The brothers began pitching real estate-themed television shows and were offered hosting opportunities. Producers at Cineflix, initially developing a show called My Dream Home, learned Drew had a twin brother in real estate and developed a concept around the pair. This led to the pilot and eventual launch of Property Brothers on HGTV, with Drew as the realtor and Jonathan as the contractor. The show's success prompted several spinoff series and specials.

The expansion of their television portfolio included several spinoffs from their main show, such as Buying and Selling, Brother vs. Brother, Property Brothers: at Home, and Property Brothers: Forever Homes. Their production company, Scott Brothers Entertainment, created original content for television and digital platforms, including the series Half Price Paradise for HGTV and HGTV Canada. Drew has also directed several episodes of Property Brothers and Buying and Selling. In 2019, he hosted the competition home renovation show Rock the Block for HGTV.

• Property Brothers: Forever Homes: A later spinoff series.
• Brother vs. Brother: A competition series where the twins lead teams of renovators.
• Buying and Selling: A series helping families sell their current home and buy a new one.
• Property Brothers at Home: Drew's Honeymoon House (2017): A five-episode series chronicling the 12-week remodel of Drew and Linda Phan's Los Angeles home.
• Drew and Linda Say I Do (2018): A TLC special documenting their wedding festivities in Italy.

Their production company, Scott Brothers Entertainment, created other series like Half Price Paradise for HGTV and HGTV Canada. Beyond hosting, Drew has directed several episodes of Property Brothers and Buying and Selling. In 2019, he hosted the competition home renovation show Rock the Block for HGTV. In 2026, he and Jonathan appeared as themselves in an episode of the fifth and final season of Hacks, participating in a celebrity edition of The Amazing Race.

Business ventures and other projects

Drew, along with his brothers, co-founded Scott Brothers Entertainment in 2010, initially as a film production company before shifting focus to television and digital content. The company has produced web series like Toddler vs. Toddler and the short Makeover Manor for Funny or Die, which featured other reality stars from home improvement shows. In 2015, Drew and Jonathan launched the Scott Living outdoor furniture line on QVC, which generated over 100 million US dollars in revenue by the end of 2016. An extension of the brand, called Dream Homes, provides high-end, customized architecture and design for luxury properties with budgets in the millions. All their brands were consolidated under Scott Brothers Global in 2017. The brothers have also authored several books, including the New York Times bestseller Dream Home (2016) and a memoir, It Takes Two (2017). They wrote a children's book, Builder Brothers: Big Plans, released in 2018, which includes a building project for children and adults. Drew has continued occasional acting, with appearances in shows like Playing House (2015) and the web series Tiny House Arrest (2016). In 2017, he competed on season 25 of Dancing with the Stars, finishing in fourth place after his brother Jonathan joined him for a jive routine. The brothers have also hosted events like the Great American Country Top 50 Country Countdown (2013) and the Rose Parade (2014, 2015), and were guest presenters at the Grand Ole Opry in 2016. Key entrepreneurial and creative projects include:

• Scott Brothers Entertainment (founded 2010): Production company for TV and digital content.
• Scott Living furniture line (launched 2015): Generated over $100 million in revenue by 2016.
• Dream Homes: Luxury custom home design division.
• Book: Dream Home (published April 4, 2016): Appeared on New York Times bestseller list.
• Book: It Takes Two (published September 2017): A memoir.
• Book: Builder Brothers: Big Plans (published October 2, 2018): An illustrated children's book.
• Dancing with the Stars (2017): Competed in season 25, placed fourth.
• Rock the Block (2019): Hosted this HGTV competition series.

Music and public engagements

Drew and Jonathan have ventured into music, writing and recording songs often tied to their television projects. For their series Property Brothers: At Home on the Ranch, they co-wrote and released two country singles with Nashville songwriters Victoria Shaw and Chad Carlson. Their song "Hold On" reached number 38 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart and its music video garnered over three million Vevo views. They released a third song, "My House," featuring Eric Paslay in 2017, with all proceeds donated to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. For his wedding, Drew co-wrote and performed a song for his bride called "You Chose Me," releasing a music video in June 2018. Their public appearances often leverage their popularity and comedic rapport. They have been featured in promotional campaigns, such as an interactive video for Bob Dylan's "Like a Rolling Stone" in 2013, and have attracted large crowds at public events, drawing one of the biggest audiences ever at the Mall of America. Their engaging presence extends to social media, where Drew, using the handle "MrDrewScott," has been recognized as a skilled content creator across platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and the now-defunct Vine, with People magazine naming one of his Vines the "Vine of the Day."

Personal life and family

Drew Scott met Linda Phan, a graphic designer, at a Toronto Fashion Week event in 2010. She later became the Creative Director for Scott Brothers Entertainment, overseeing digital content and product lines. The couple became engaged in December 2016 and married in a destination wedding in Italy on May 12, 2018. Their wedding incorporated Scottish and Vietnamese traditions and was featured in the TLC special Drew and Linda Say I Do. They lived primarily in Las Vegas before moving to Los Angeles in October 2017, with plans to raise a family there. After a two-year fertility journey involving IUI and IVF treatments, the couple announced in December 2021 that they were expecting their first child. Their son was born on May 4, 2022. They welcomed a daughter on June 5, 2024. Drew maintains ownership of the Las Vegas home he purchased with his brother Jonathan in 2011, though he estimated they stayed there only about twice a year due to their travel schedule for work.

Public image and recognition

Drew and Jonathan Scott are known for their tall stature, over 6 feet 4 inches, their comedic banter, and their contrasting styles, with Drew typically wearing suits as the realtor. They gained an initial following on Canada's W Network, which caters to women's programming, and have since been celebrated as sex symbols within the home improvement television genre. Publications like People magazine have featured them multiple times on lists such as Men of the Year (2014), 50 Most Beautiful People (2013, 2014), and Sexiest Man Alive (2013, 2014, 2017). Glamour magazine and BuzzFeed have also noted their appeal, with Glamour commenting on their heightened sex appeal during Brother vs. Brother. HGTV president Kathleen Finch has referred to them as "the cable equivalent of box-office movie stars." Their broad popularity was evident when they drew the second-largest crowd in the history of the Mall of America, surpassed only by the band One Direction, and they were included on ET Canada's Hottest Bachelor list in 2011.

Notable accolades and media features include the twins being listed in People magazine's Men of the Year in 2014 and its Sexiest Man Alive issues in 2013, 2014, and 2017. They were also included in the magazine's 50 Most Beautiful People issues in 2013 and 2014. ET Canada included them on its Hottest Bachelor list in 2011. BuzzFeed included them on a 2015 list of HGTV's hottest personalities. Their show Property Brothers: At Home became the most highly rated HGTV series premiere since 2009.

• People's Men of the Year: Included on the list in 2014.
• People's 50 Most Beautiful People: Featured in the issues for 2013 and 2014.
• People's Sexiest Man Alive: Featured in the issues for 2013, 2014, and 2017.
• Hello! Canada's Most Beautiful List: Ranked 13 in 2014.
• BuzzFeed's HGTV Hottest Hotties: Included on the 2015 list.
• ET Canada's Hottest Bachelor list: Included in 2011.
• Mall of America appearance: Drew the second-largest crowd in the mall's history.

Questions about Drew Scott

How did Drew Scott get his start in real estate?

Drew Scott and his twin brother Jonathan began their real estate career while students at the University of Calgary. Inspired by an infomercial, they assumed the lease on a seven-bedroom rental property near campus in their first semester. After cleaning and repairing it, they sublet rooms for a profit. They later purchased the home with a minimal down payment, renovated it using rental income, and sold it a year later for a 50,000 dollar profit. This successful first flip led to a 15-year side business of buying, renovating, and selling homes. Drew obtained his official real estate license in 2004 and co-founded Scott Real Estate Inc. with Jonathan.

What is Drew Scott's role on Property Brothers?

On Property Brothers, Drew Scott serves as the real estate expert and realtor. His role involves helping families find suitable fixer-upper properties within their budget, managing the purchase process, and handling the financial and transactional aspects of the real estate deal. He works in tandem with his twin brother Jonathan, who acts as the contractor and handles the renovation and design work. This division of labour forms the core dynamic of the show, which premiered on HGTV and is produced by Cineflix Media.

What other TV shows has Drew Scott been on?

Beyond Property Brothers, Drew Scott has appeared in or hosted numerous television series and specials. These include spinoffs like Buying and Selling, Brother vs. Brother, Property Brothers: At Home, and Property Brothers: Forever Homes. He also starred in Property Brothers at Home: Drew's Honeymoon House and the wedding special Drew and Linda Say I Do on TLC. He competed on season 25 of Dancing with the Stars in 2017, hosted the competition series Rock the Block in 2019, and made guest appearances on shows like Playing House, Tiny House Arrest, and in 2026, an episode of Hacks.

What businesses does Drew Scott own?

Drew Scott is a co-founder of several businesses. With his brothers, he founded Scott Brothers Entertainment, a production company creating television and digital content. He and Jonathan launched the Scott Living home furnishings brand, which includes an outdoor furniture line and a luxury custom home division called Dream Homes. These brands operate under the umbrella of Scott Brothers Global. Earlier in his career, he co-founded the real estate firm Scott Real Estate Inc. and the independent film production company Dividian Production Group.

Is Drew Scott married and does he have children?

Yes, Drew Scott is married to Linda Phan, a graphic designer and creative director whom he met in 2010. They became engaged in December 2016 and were married in Italy on May 12, 2018. After a fertility journey that included IUI and IVF treatments, the couple welcomed their first child, a son, on May 4, 2022. They announced the birth of their second child, a daughter, on June 5, 2024. The family resides in Los Angeles, California.

Has Drew Scott done any work outside of television and real estate?

Yes, Drew Scott has pursued several ventures outside his core fields. He has co-authored books, including the bestseller Dream Home and a memoir, It Takes Two. He has also acted in television series and directed episodes of his own shows. With his brother, he has recorded and released country music, with songs like "Hold On" charting on Billboard. He is also active in philanthropy, having donated all proceeds from the single "My House" to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Sources and further reading

• Drew Scott (Wikipedia)
• Drew Scott | (sbentertainment.com)
• Drew Scott: books, biography, latest update (amazon.ca)
• Drew Scott: Movies, TV, and Bio (primevideo.com)

Checked by the Yadude Books desk. Last updated 2026-10-20.