Harry Derbidge is an English television personality and entrepreneur, known for his appearances on reality television and his ventures in the beauty industry. After becoming an original cast member of the ITVBe reality series ‘The Only Way Is Essex’ in 2010, Harry Derbidge quickly established himself as a recognizable television personality. His career in entertainment began earlier, having attended the prestigious Sylvia Young Theatre School, which led to professional acting and dancing roles. He secured a role in the UK tour of ‘Barney & Friends’ in 2005 and later portrayed a young David Beckham in the Channel 4 comedy program ‘Star Stories’ in 2006.
He made a brief return to ‘The Only Way Is Essex’ for its twelfth series in 2014 and later featured in ‘Gemma Collins: Diva España’ in 2018. Derbidge returned to ‘The Only Way Is Essex’ as a regular presence for its twenty-sixth series in 2020 and has remained a key cast member since. Parallel to his television career, Derbidge has built a substantial presence in the beauty industry. He gained valuable experience as a make-up artist, including a tenure behind the MAC Cosmetics counter at Harrods.
In 2013, he ventured into retail, opening his own fashion boutique, Harrys World. As CEO of Celebrity Brushes, Derbidge continues to drive the brand’s growth, actively promoting its products through his significant social media following. He has cultivated a strong reputation as a beauty blogger and make-up artist, frequently engaging with his audience and demonstrating his product lines. His consistent appearances on ‘The Only Way Is Essex’ maintain his public visibility, further solidifying his dual role as a prominent television personality and a successful entrepreneur in the competitive beauty market, making him a marketable talent across entertainment and commercial ventures.