Tommy Walsh was born in London, England in 18 December 1956 . He built his early career working as a professional builder before moving into television.

He rose to prominence in 1997 on the BBC gardening show Ground Force, alongside Alan Titchmarsh and Charlie Dimmock, which ran until 2005 and made him a household name.

Following this success, Walsh hosted multiple DIY and property programmes, including Tommy Walsh’s Eco House and Cowboys and Angels, establishing himself as a trusted expert in home renovation.

In 2021, he joined Homes Under the Hammer on BBC One as part of a presenter shake-up, bringing his construction expertise to the long-running property auction series until 2024.

In recent years, Walsh has faced health challenges, including cancer diagnoses, but has continued to work on television and other projects.