Mark-Francis Vandelli
English television personality (born 1989)
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Mark-Francis Vandelli (born 14 October 1989) is an English television personality. He is best known for his role on the E4 series Made in Chelsea.[1]
Mark-Francis Vandelli | |
|---|---|
| Born | 14 October 1989 Chelsea, London |
| Alma mater | University College London |
| Occupation | Television personality |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Television | Made in Chelsea The Jump Celebs Go Dating Ladies of London: The New Reign |
Early life and education
Mark-Francis was born on 14 October 1989 in London, England. He is the only child of Russian princess and model Diane Boulting-Casserley Vandelli, and Italian businessman, Marzio Vandelli. His parents split when he was a baby. He is of Italian, English and Russian descent. He grew up trilingual, speaking English, Italian and French from an early age.[2][3]
Vandelli was raised on the historic Cheyne Walk in Chelsea, London. He was educated at Hill House School and St Paul's School, and studied Art History at University College London.[4][5]
Career
Television Career
In April 2011, Vandelli joined reality television programme Made in Chelsea as one of the original cast members. In January 2016, Vandelli joined the third series of The Jump. He withdrew from the show on 9 February due to injury.[6][7]
In 2017, he starred in a Made in Chelsea spin-off entitled Mark-Francis' Big Night Out.[8] In 2023, Vandelli joined series 12 of Celebs Go Dating on E4.[9]
In 2026, Vandelli joined the cast of the reality television series Ladies of London: The New Reign, which premiered on Bravo on March 5, 2026.[10]
Design Career
Vandelli works as an official ambassador and tastemaker for Christie's auction house. Vandelli hosts a digital series for the auction house, "Decorative Delights with Mark-Francis Vandelli," where he showcases premium ceramics, silverware, furniture, and historical jewelry.[3]
Vandelli founded luxury fine jewelry brand Roubier in 2024. His pieces focus on classical European designs and rare gemstones.[11]
Personal life
Vandelli resides in Knightsbridge, London in a townhouse formerly inhabited by Oscar Wilde. He is openly gay.[12][13]
Vandelli is the godfather to the son of Lady Emma Thynn, the Marchioness of Bath.[14]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2022 | Made in Chelsea | Himself | Series regular (series 1–23, 199 episodes) |
| 2012 | Alan Carr: Chatty Man | Himself | Guest (1 episode; 4 May) |
| 2013 | Celebrity Juice | Himself | Guest (1 episode; 17 November) |
| 2015–2016 | Virtually Famous | Himself | Guest (2 episodes; 13 April 2015, 22 March 2016) |
| 2016 | The Jump | Contestant | Series 3, 2 episodes |
| 2017 | Mark-Francis' Big Night Out | Presenter | Spin-off series |
| 2019 | Celebs On The Ranch | Himself | Main Cast |
| 2020 | Come Dine with Me | Himself | Guest |
| 2021 | Tipping Point: Lucky Stars | Himself | Guest (1 episode; 18 April[15]) |
| 2023 | Celebs Go Dating | Himself | Series 12 |
| 2026 | Ladies of London | Himself | Main cast (season 4) |