TV legend's very different life after ditching fame and launching new career
Dominic Wood was one half of the iconic children's TV duo Dick and Dom, who dominated the CBBC schedule with their unique brand of humour and chaos
Nostalgia alert for those who recall the chaotic Saturday mornings shouting "Bogies!" and getting stuck into "creamy muck muck" – Dick and Dom in da Bungalow was a weekend staple for an entire generation. The dynamic duo, Dick and Dom, were kings of children's TV on CBBC with their wacky and often outrageous humour that involved copious amounts of custard, slime, and all things messy.
Fast forward nearly 15 years since their heyday on children's television, and Dominic Wood - the titular Dom - is now captivating a legion of grown-up fans with something quite unexpected. Dom has swapped the madcap antics of the bungalow for the world of DIY, amassing thousands of followers with his savvy home improvement tips and transformations.
For a period, Dom and his comedic other half, Richard 'Dick' McCourt, were the faces of children's entertainment, their distinctive brand of fun winning over legions of young viewers and even earning them a couple of BAFTAs for the trophy cabinet, reports the Daily Record. However, when their iconic show wrapped up in 2006, many were left wondering what the future held for the beloved pair.
Post-bungalow life saw them quickly secure a spot on BBC Radio 1's Sunday morning lineup, but this gig lasted only about a year before a station shake-up saw Nick Grimshaw take over their slot. The pair also enjoyed a spell on Virgin Radio UK's weekend afternoon schedule.
Following the triumph of In Da Bungalow, the duo were given the go-ahead to develop several other unique concepts including The Legend of Dick and Dom, Dick and Dom's Funny Business, as well as presenting the Total Wipeout show Splatalot! They have since toured the country with their Live Dick vs Dom.
As many of their original fans matured, they evolved alongside them, beginning to tour universities and student unions across the UK, playing everything from the latest chart hits to old-school classics and dance anthems. Away from the limelight and cameras, Dom has been quietly perfecting his interior design and DIY skills, sharing videos on his social media and amassing 270,000 followers on TikTok and over 220,000 on Instagram.
The focus is on the 1930s house he and his wife purchased in Surrey. However, just as they moved in, the pandemic hit and with no builders or decorators available to assist, Dom started working on the house himself, redoing the staircase, fitting radiators, grouting a bathroom and revamping the garden.
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