American interior designer David Bromstad is a television show host and one of HGTV's icon. He has created awe-inspiring works on many platforms, including custom art, furniture building, and interior design.
He is a spokesperson and a Brand Ambassador for 'Miele.' The German-based manufacturing company is the home for high-end domestic appliances.
Let's explore some of the interesting facts about the season one winner of HGTV Design Star, David Bromstad.
#1. David Bromstad Is A Tattoo Lover
Designer Star David Bromstad proves himself as a tattoo lover and a huge Disney fan. A good portion of his body is covered with more than five tattoos of iconic Disney character. His love for Disney can be seen all over his arm.
His tattoos show that David is obsessed with Walt Disney's mascot, Mickey Mouse.
David Bromstad with Micky Mouse tattoos (©: Instagram/David Bromstad)
On one of his 2018 Instagram posts, he uploaded Micky's tattoo design with a caption: 'First round of Mickey Mouse tatts are down! 7 hours of pure pain has turned into a lifetime of smiles!.'
#2. David Bromstad's Net Worth Is Whopping $2 Million
Celebrity Net Worth reports that the HGTV Star David Bromstad has quite earnings as an interior designer and a reality TV show host. His net worth is estimated to be $2 million.
From a small solo project (Bromstad studio) to building the children's dream bedrooms and gaining notoriety as the HGTV personality, he has given a lot in the media field.
David started his TV career with the television show Color Splash in March 2007. Since winning the show Design Star (2006-2012), he hosted Color Splash (2007-2013) and My Lottery Dream Home (2015-2017).
He made his debut on Design Star and won the first season of HGTV Design Star in 2006. Not only that, but he made himself the only TV personality to be named to the ‘100 List’ of the magazine 'OUT.' For living an out and proud lifestyle, he was awarded the 2011 ‘HRC Visibility Award.’
David also has his self-titled blog to give fans more holiday design tips.
In 2012, he won the Miami Dade Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce Business Person of the Year Award. He took historical steps for the rights of gays by accepting himself as gay in 2012.
#3. Publicly Gay David's Unsuccessful Love Story With Ex-Partner Jeffery Glasko
It was 2012 when David Bromstad revealed his sexuality as a gay in an interview with South Florida Gay News. Although his career is filled with success, his love story with ex-partner Jeffrey Glasko is a complete failure.
Since their first rendevous at a party in Firestone, Orlando, Florida, on Valentine’s Day in 2004, love started brewing between them. But after being in a relationship for almost eight years, they dispatched in 2015.
Jeffery, his ex-partner, states their relationship became unsuccessful due to David's drinking and drug problem. The trouble further ignited when Jeff sued David, and the ex-partners had to face the legal battle.
Although Jeffery claimed David "left him financially and emotionally devastated" and revealed that David was caught up with the dark world of drugs and sex, the case was later dismissed.
After a year of a breakup with Jeffery, David hinted about his new boyfriend from his 43rd birthday post on Instagram. At the time, he captioned "best BF ever."
David Bromstad with his then-boyfriend during his 46th birthday on 17 August 2018 (©: Instagram/David Bromstad)
Since his boyfriend's last post, he has remained mum to provide any hints regarding his mysterious boyfriend. As for now, he is deemed to be single.
#4. David Bromstad Is A Family Person
HGTV Design Star David Bromstad was born on 17 August 1973, which makes him 47 years old. He is a native of Cokato, Minnesota.
He is the youngest child of his parents Diane Marlys Krueger and Richard Harold Bromstad. His mother, Diane, is of Swedish and German descent, and his father, Richard, is of Norwegian descent.
David is a family person with three siblings. Dean Richard Bromstad is his elder brother, and Dynelle Renee Bromstad and Dyenne Rachael Bromstad are his elder sisters. One of his sisters is also a talented Interior Designer.
Talking about his education, the interior designer completed his high school at Wayzata High School and graduated from Ringling College Of Art And Design from Florida.
As moving to his physical appearance, David measures a height of 6 feet 1 inches (1.85 m) and weighs around 77 kg in weight.