Tom Kilbey

Tom Kilbey

Name: Thomas Charles “Tom” Kilbey

Introduction: Tom Kilbey is an English television personality, former professional footballer, and musician. He initially gained recognition as a professional football player before becoming known for his appearance on the popular reality television show “The Only Way Is Essex.”

Date of birth: October 19, 1990

Height: 6 feet 3 inches (1.91 m)

Place of birth: Leytonstone, England

Family:

  • Parents’ names: Information not widely publicized. His father is reported to be a millionaire and set up spread betting accounts for his children.
  • Siblings: Cara Kilbey (sister), who also starred in “The Only Way Is Essex.”
  • Partner: He previously dated his “The Only Way Is Essex” co-star Lydia Bright from 2012 to 2013. Information about his current partner is not widely publicized.
  • Children: No publicly known children.
  • Relatives: His sister Cara Kilbey.

Profession: Former professional footballer, television personality, musician, entrepreneur (music industry).

Nationality: English

Religion: Information not consistently available.

College or university attended: He attended Forest School. Information about college or university attendance is not widely publicized, as he pursued a professional football career from a young age.

Biography and What Famous For:

Tom Kilbey began his career as a professional footballer. He was part of the youth system at Millwall and made his first-team debut for the club in 2007 at the age of 16. Later that year, he signed with Premier League team Portsmouth F.C. He also had loan spells with Dagenham & Redbridge and Lincoln City. His football career primarily saw him play as a midfielder. He left Portsmouth in 2011.

Kilbey gained wider public recognition when he appeared on the ITV2 reality television show “The Only Way Is Essex” (TOWIE). He joined the cast in series 4 (2012) and remained on the show until series 7. His relationship with co-star Lydia Bright was a prominent storyline during his time on the show.

After leaving “The Only Way Is Essex,” Kilbey shifted his focus to other creative pursuits, particularly in music. He is known to be involved in the music industry, and has founded or been a director of music-related companies, such as “Last Episode Music Ltd” and “Bad Habit Music Ltd” (though both are currently dissolved). He has pursued a career as a DJ and music producer, often performing at events and clubs.

While not as widely publicized as his reality TV stint, he is also recognized for his artistic side, including creating tattoos.

Tom Kilbey is famous for:

  • His professional football career: Particularly his time with Millwall and Portsmouth.
  • His role on “The Only Way Is Essex”: Which brought him into the public eye beyond sports.
  • His transition into the music industry: As a DJ and producer.
  • His distinctive, tattooed look.

Have participated (Selected Works):

Football Career (Professional Clubs):

  • Millwall (2000–2007, youth and senior debut)
  • Portsmouth F.C. (2007–2011)
  • Dagenham & Redbridge (2009, loan)
  • Lincoln City (2011, loan)

Television:

  • The Only Way Is Essex (Series 4-7, 2012) – Himself

Music:

  • DJ and music producer.
  • Director of music-related companies (e.g., Last Episode Music Ltd, Bad Habit Music Ltd).

Other:

  • Tattoo artist (reportedly).