Antiques Road Trip's Christina Trevanion's life off screen from 'unexpected' health scare to cancer heartbreak
Christina Trevanion has become a well-known figure on the BBC's daytime programming, known for her appearances on popular antiques shows such as Bargain Hunt and Antiques Road Show. The TV star's fascination with antiques began in her childhood, when she would visit various auctions with her parents.
Her passion for antiques was sparked early on, inspired by her mother Hazel's own interest for vintage treasures and the story they hold. This shared interest led Christina to study Fine Art Valuation at Southampton Solent University, laying the foundation for her career in the field and on screens, the Express reports.
In 2014, Christina transformed her lifelong passion into a successful profession by launching Trevanion Auctioneers & Valuers. The auction house quickly earned a strong reputation for quality and trust within the antiques industry.
Over the years, Christina has established herself as a respected authority in the field. Her commitment and skills were formally acknowledged seven years ago when she became a member of the National Association of Valuers and Auctioneers (NAVA).
Now that the BBC TV personality has returned to the daytime series, The Travelling Auctioneers, here is everything you need to know about Christina Trevanion - from her life off screen to her recent health scare.
Christina's home and family life
Christina made her first appearance on TV in 2013 as a valuer and researcher on the BBC show Flog It!. Since then, she has become a familiar face on several other fan favourite shows - Bargain Hunt, Antiques Road Trip and Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is.
According to her BBC profile, she lives in the gorgeous Shropshire countryside.
While Christina prefers to keep her personal life out of the spotlight, it's known she is married to Aaron Dean, and the couple have two daughters together. She has previously described their family life as "noisy, hectic, and good fun" mentioning their dog named Welly.
In a heartfelt post from 2019, Christina reflected on her wedding day and honoured the memory of her late father, David, who passed away in 2013.
The year before, in 2018, she expressed her heartbreak on X (formally known as Twitter) while responding to a news headline about England having the "worst ever" cancer waiting times.
She posted: 'My grandfather died from cancer. My father died from cancer. I have two close friends both currently suffering with cancer. Both on long waiting lists. Both getting poorlier. This headline is so desperately frustrating."
Hospital scare
In February 2024, The Travelling Auctioneers narrator sparked concern among fans after posting a photo from what appeared to be a hospital bed, revealing she had made an "unexpected" visit.
Although she didn't disclose the reason for her hospital stay, the image showed her arm with a drip attached and a name tag around her wrist.
Life outside of filming
When Christina is not on the road for Antiques Road Trip or uncovering hidden treasures on Bargain Hunt, Christina loves to spend her downtime with her family and friends.
"As a busy mum of two, with a full-time job and a part-time job, I don't get a lot of free time, so when I do it is spent with my family and friends, in my garden, at home," she previously told the BBC.
Based on her instagram posts, Christina seems to have a love for the outdoors, posting photos of her relaxing in her flower-filled garden or on various trips across the world.
Cornwall appears to be one of her favourite spots. In September, the TV star shared a snap of the stunning coast alongside the caption: "And breathe! A thalassophile in her happy place. Oh to be back in #Cornwall."
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