Debbie Travis

Born and raised in England, Debbie blended her experience at art college and as a fashion model into a television career. Following a move to North America she started a painting and design business subsequently becoming a leader in the paint and finishing trend.

“Paint is her passion. She can do things with paint that you’ve never seen before. Travis is the master of paint and plaster.”

– Oprah Winfrey

Her innate talent for design coupled with her dry British wit made Debbie Travis a household name & beloved television icon around the world. She is a sought-after public speaker talking to groups about entrepreneurial success and starting our next chapters. Debbie writes a weekly syndicated newspaper column published by Heast/Kingfeatures and has authored 9 books all published by Random House. She runs her television production studio and a small business empire. Alongside her HOME collection she has just launched the first of a series of private label wines including a DT branded Pinot Grigio and a Rosso di Montalcino.

Debbie merged her two passions, design and television production by producing one of North America’s first decorating shows, Debbie Travis’ Painted House. This groundbreaking series was followed by more international successful shows - Debbie Travis’ Facelift, From The Ground Up and All For One. Her latest project is La Dolce Debbie, a six part 30-minute series that documents her heartwarming and often hilarious story of restoring a 13th century ruin in the heart of Tuscany.

Now she gets to relax, just a little: Debbie has restored a ruin in Tuscany and transformed it into a hotel and luxury retreat where like-minded women can experience the Tuscan lifestyle at her Girls’ Getaways. Here, on her 100-acre farm she produces an organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil and a variety of lavender products.

Debbie shares her journey with her husband Hans and two sons, Josh and Max.