Mark McGraw

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Mark McGraw, one of two carpenters on Spice Up My Kitchen.

Mark McGraw was born in New York City in 1972. He grew up in New York and Philadelphia, Pa., and later moved to Oregon to go to college and because of his love for the outdoors. After graduating, McGraw had a 10-year career as a firefighter/paramedic with the city of Springfield, Ore. On his days off, he enjoyed woodworking, construction projects as well as working/studying as an actor.

After losing his father to brain cancer, McGraw made the decision to move to Los Angeles to pursue his love of acting. He has appeared in several national commercials, independent films and TV shows.

McGraw has a solid background in building construction and has designed and built his last two homes. He has remodeled several homes and has a good eye for detail. When he's not working, he enjoys the outdoors and playing sports.