BARGAIN Hunt star Natasha Raskin Sharp's passion and knowledge for all things antique come from her contemporary Scottish artist father.
The 37-year-old is well-known for presenting the antiques show, which she has been part of since 2014.
Natasha rose to fame and became a household name after she started hosting BBC’s Bargain Hunt nearly a decade ago.
While offering guests her expertise in the world of antiques, Natasha also offered her knowledgeable advice on the US show Baggage Battles, Antiques Road Trip and For What it's Worth.
She is a regular presenter on BBC Radio Scotland and has also hosted story segments for The One Show.
Even though Natasha has become a well-loved BBC presenter, her father, Philip Raskin, made a name for himself way before she started her career.
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The 76-year-old contemporary Scottish artist studied at the Glasgow School of Art and specialises in painting breathtaking and captivating landscapes and seascapes.
Before becoming a full-time artist, he was a restaurant proprietor for 20 years.
The TV star's father’s acclaimed work has been featured in many art exhibitions and sold worldwide.
Natasha previously spoke about her artistic roots, saying: "I was gently nudged in the direction of the antiques trade and auction houses by my dad, who thought that I'd be well-suited to the environment.
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"Although I'd never normally admit it, he was absolutely right!"
In 2015, Natasha sold her father's work, with one piece titled From Here to Eternity bought for £600.
Philips's artistic side rubbed off on Natasha as she developed an interest in the profession from an early age through auctioneer McTear, who was selling her dad's work.
Natasha is married to the producer of Celebrity Antiques Road Trip, Joe Sharp, whom she met in 2013, with the pair walking down the aisle in 2017.
The couple currently live in Glasgow together and have no known children together as of yet.
In an X(Twitter) post, Natasha gave fans a glimpse inside the pair's home.
Posting a picture of their living room, which was filled with plants and books, she tweeted: "In our house, my husband takes care of the plants and I take care of the playlists… My weekly music show on @BBCRadioScot starts at 10 pm."
Natasha currently boasts 28.7K followers on Instagram, where she regularly uploads updates from her many adventures in the world of antiques.
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Away from her presenting duties and posting online, Natasha can be found exploring her stunning homeland, which is full of greenery, or relaxing at home with her adorable puppy.
Most recently, The TV personality shared with her followers that she was heading to the radio studio to host her own radio show.
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