Bear Grylls OBE is a renowned British adventurer, motivational speaker, and television personality. His captivating survival skills and engaging personality have made him a global icon.

Wiki/Biography

Edward Michael Grylls, known as Bear Grylls, was born on Friday, 7 June 1974, in London, England. He celebrated his 45th birthday in 2019. His zodiac sign is Gemini. He spent his early years in Donaghadee, Northern Ireland, before his family relocated to Bembridge, Isle of Wight. His education included Eaton House, Ludgrove School, and Eton College. He later earned a part-time BA in Spanish and Latin American Studies from Birkbeck, University of London (2001), and also holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of West England. His father instilled in him a love for sailing and climbing at a young age. As a teenager, he excelled at skydiving and Shotokan Karate, achieving a second dan black belt—a remarkable feat for his age in the UK.

Physical Appearance

• Height (approx.): 5′ 11″
• Weight (approx.): 80 kg
• Body Measurement (approx.): Chest 40″, Waist 32″, Biceps 14″
• Eye Colour: Grey
• Hair Colour: Brown

Family, Ethnicity & Wife

Bear Grylls identifies as Anglican. His father, Sir Michael Grylls, was a prominent British conservative politician. His mother’s name is Sarah (Sally) Grylls (née Ford). He has an older sister, Lara Fawcett, who is a cardio-tennis coach. His family boasts a strong cricketing heritage, with his maternal grandfather, Neville Ford, and great-maternal-grandfather, William Augustus Ford, both being first-class cricketers. His maternal grandmother, Patricia Ford, was also a politician. In 2000, he married Shara Cannings Knight, and they have three sons: Marmaduke Mickey Percy Grylls, Huckleberry Edward Jocelyne Grylls, and Jesse Grylls.

Career

Military Career

From 1994 to 1997, Bear Grylls served in the British Army reserves with 21 SAS. His training encompassed unarmed combat, desert and winter warfare, survival techniques, climbing, parachuting, and explosives handling. He served twice as a survival instructor in South Africa. A serious free-fall parachuting accident in 1996, involving a ripped canopy at 1600 feet, resulted in injuries to three vertebrae. This incident ultimately ended his SAS service in 1997. He later received honorary ranks: Lieutenant Commander in the Royal Naval Reserve (2004) and Lieutenant Colonel in the Royal Marines Reserve (2013).

Television Career

His television debut was in a Sure Deodorant advertisement, showcasing his Everest conquest. He’s presented numerous series, including “Escape to the Legion,” “Bear’s Wild Weekend,” “Get Out Alive with Bear Grylls,” “Escape from Hell,” “Running Wild with Bear Grylls,” “Bear Grylls Survival School,” “Survivor Games,” and “You vs. Wild.” His most well-known series, “Man vs. Wild,” aired under various titles internationally.

Motivational Speaker, Writer, and Entrepreneur

Bear Grylls is a sought-after motivational speaker, addressing diverse audiences. His writing career began with “Facing Up” (UK)/”The Kid Who Climbed Everest” (US), detailing his Everest ascent. He’s authored numerous books on expeditions, survival, and autobiographical works. He also ventured into entrepreneurship, establishing Bear Grylls Ventures and acquiring “British Military Fitness,” rebranding it as “Be Military Fit with Bear Grylls,” Europe’s largest outdoor fitness company. In 2012, he launched the Bear Grylls Survival Academy in the UK.

Controversies

Bear Grylls has faced several controversies throughout his career. These include allegations of staged scenes in “Man vs. Wild,” contractual disputes with the Discovery Channel, and criticism from the RNLI and animal charities regarding his treatment of animals in some of his programs.

Awards & Honours

• Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) (2019)
• Honorary Doctorate from Harvard University
• GQ Best TV Personality of the Year (2016)
• GQ Men of the Year (2016)

Achievements

Bear Grylls’s achievements are numerous and impressive. They include:

Many more achievements are listed in the original blog post

Favourite Things, Cars, Net Worth, Signature, and Facts

This section details his preferences, possessions, and interesting facts about his life, including his net worth and unique signature.