Bear Grylls

Television host of 'Man vs. Wild'

Bear Grylls - Television host of 'Man vs. Wild'
Born

June 7th, 1974
51 years ago

Category

Explorers & Adventurers

Country

United Kingdom

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An adventurer and television host, this English figure gained prominence through survival skill demonstrations in various extreme environments. Known for the series 'Man vs. Wild', where wilderness survival tactics were explored, various locales around the world were featured. Also authored several books on adventure and survival techniques, sharing experiences from travels and dangerous expeditions.

Hosted the series 'Man vs. Wild'

Authored books on survival

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