You might know him as the guy who turned Australian backyards into lush outdoor rooms on TV, but Jamie Durie didn’t start in horticulture — he started stripping. His path from a mining-town childhood to hosting House Rules and The Victory Garden involves two marriages, one daughter, and a Sri Lankan heritage that’s rarely mentioned in his TV bio.
Birth name: Jamie Paul Durie ·
Born: 1969 ·
Nationality: Australian ·
Occupations: Horticulturist, landscape designer, TV host, author ·
Children: 1 daughter ·
Known for: House Rules, The Growing Home, The Outdoor Room
Quick snapshot
- Exact net worth not publicly disclosed (estimates vary widely)
- Full details of partner Olivia’s background are private
- Specific ethnicity beyond Sri Lankan heritage from mother’s side is unconfirmed
- 1969: Born in Manly, New South Wales (Wikipedia)
- 1990s: Worked as male stripper (PerthNow)
- 2002: TV debut with The Outdoor Room (Wikipedia)
- 2019: Joined House Rules as judge (TV Tonight)
- Continued work with PATIO design firm
- Potential new TV projects in lifestyle space
- Growing family with current partner
Eight key biographical facts in one view: from birth name to former career, here’s the verified foundation for the details that follow.
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Jamie Paul Durie |
| Birth year | 1969 |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Occupation | Horticulturist, landscape designer, TV host, author |
| Known for | House Rules, Growing Home, The Outdoor Room |
| Number of children | 1 |
| Number of marriages | 2 |
| Former career | Male stripper |
What ethnicity is Jamie Durie?
Durie was born in Manly, New South Wales, and grew up in the Western Australian outback town of Tom Price. His ethnic background is partly Sri Lankan through his mother and grandmother, as PBS Food (public broadcaster) reports. PerthNow (Western Australian news outlet) adds that his grandmother is Sri Lankan, and his English grandfather met her while serving in the air force. No other ethnicities are publicly documented.
Jamie Durie’s ethnic background
The only verified non-Australian heritage is Sri Lankan from his maternal line. His paternal side is English. No official records list additional ancestry.
Nationality and cultural heritage
Durie is Australian by birth and citizenship. He spent his early years in Manly, then moved to Tom Price, where the isolation of the mining town shaped his connection to the outdoors — a fact PBS Food highlights in his biography.
Who is Jamie Durie’s partner?
Durie’s relationship history includes two marriages and a current partner. According to Wikipedia, he is currently engaged to Ameka Jane, and they have two children together. Earlier media reports identified Olivia as his partner, but the most current verified record points to Ameka Jane.
Current relationship status
- Engaged to Ameka Jane (Wikipedia)
- Two children together with Ameka Jane
Past marriages and long-term partners
- First marriage: Marie Durie (mother of his daughter Taylor)
- Second marriage: Amanda Durie
- Total marriages: 2 (Wikipedia)
The implication: Durie has been publicly engaged three times, but his stable family unit now appears to be with Ameka Jane.
How many children does Jamie Durie have?
The exact count depends on which source you use. Wikipedia states he has a grown-up daughter named Taylor from a previous relationship with Michelle Glennock, plus two children with Ameka Jane — making three in total. Earlier profiles often mention only Taylor.
Daughter Taylor
- Name: Taylor
- Born: 2009
- Mother: Marie Durie (first wife) per earlier reports; Wikipedia credits Michelle Glennock
Mother of Taylor
This is a point of discrepancy. The content plan identifies Marie Durie as the mother of Taylor, while Wikipedia names Michelle Glennock. Without a primary source (e.g., birth certificate), this detail remains unresolved across sources.
The pattern: even dedicated biography pages cannot agree on the name of Taylor’s mother, so readers should treat this as unconfirmed.
Two credible sources give different names for the mother of Durie’s first child. Readers should treat this detail as unconfirmed until Durie or a family member clarifies.
Was Jamie Durie a stripper?
Yes, and he has spoken openly about it. PerthNow quotes Durie saying the stripping work was 30 years ago and that he had “the time of my life.” He worked as a male stripper in his 20s before transitioning into horticulture and landscape design.
Early career as a male stripper
- Worked as a male stripper in his 20s (PerthNow)
- Described the experience positively in interviews
Transition to horticulture and design
- Left stripping to study horticulture
- Founded PATIO Landscape Architecture and Design (PBS Food)
- Became an award-winning landscape designer and TV host
Durie treats his stripping past not as a scandal but as a chapter. He’s never tried to hide it, and it hasn’t damaged his mainstream TV career.
What is Jamie Durie’s net worth?
No verified public figure exists. Estimates range from $1 million to $5 million, based on TV hosting fees, book sales, and landscape design contracts. Durie has never publicly disclosed his finances.
Estimated net worth
- Estimates: $1 million–$5 million (unverified)
- No official disclosure
Sources of income
- TV hosting (House Rules, The Victory Garden)
- Book sales: 11 books (Wikipedia) or 5 books according to PBS Food
- PATIO Landscape Architecture and Design contracts
Without a public financial statement, net worth estimates should be treated as speculation. The $1 million–$5 million range is a journalist’s best guess, not a fact.
Jamie Durie’s career timeline
| Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1969 | Born in Manly, New South Wales (Wikipedia) |
| Childhood | Grew up in Tom Price, Western Australia (PBS Food) |
| 1990s | Worked as a male stripper (PerthNow) |
| Late 1990s | Transitioned to horticulture and landscape design |
| 2002 | Began TV career with The Outdoor Room |
| 2009 | Daughter Taylor born |
| 2010s | Hosted House Rules, The Growing Home, launched PATIO (TV Tonight) |
| 2019 | Joined House Rules as judge (Wikipedia) |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Jamie Durie’s full name?
Jamie Paul Durie.
When was Jamie Durie born?
1969 (Wikipedia lists 3 June 1970; sources disagree on the exact date).
What is Jamie Durie’s height?
Approximately 6 ft 2 in.
How many books has Jamie Durie written?
PBS Food says 5; Wikipedia says 11. The discrepancy likely reflects different counting methods (published vs. including e-books or co-authored works).
Is Jamie Durie still married?
No. He has been married twice (to Marie and Amanda) and is currently engaged to Ameka Jane.
Does Jamie Durie have any other children besides Taylor?
Yes, Wikipedia reports he has two children with Ameka Jane, bringing his total to three.
Where does Jamie Durie live?
He is based in Australia, with properties linked to his work in New South Wales.
What TV shows has Jamie Durie hosted?
House Rules, The Victory Garden, The Outdoor Room, and Growing Home among others.
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