'Flip the Strip' on HGTV: Who is Ben Cleary? Australia's Thunder from Down Under dancer and carpenter loves rodeo

Ben Cleary is a multi-talented entertainer who combines his passion for rodeo with his performances and construction expertise
Ben Cleary will be working as the carpenter on HGTV's 'Flip the Strip' (bennycleary/Instagram)
Ben Cleary will be working as the carpenter on HGTV's 'Flip the Strip' (bennycleary/Instagram)

LAS VEGAS, CALIFORNIA: Get ready for a sizzling summer on HGTV! On July 10, there's an exciting new home design series featuring attractive stars from the male revue show, 'Australia's Thunder from Down Under.' The dancers, Ben Cleary, Dan Paterson, Liam Black and Malik Wills-Martin, will show they are captivating performers on stage and skilled tradesmen during the day. Along with interior designer Kelly Stone, they will embark on a journey to transform ordinary homes into glamorous desert oases.

These men, who already have construction and home renovation backgrounds, will showcase their muscles in a whole new way on 'Flip the Strip'. Let's meet the dashing Ben Cleary, a carpenter by profession and an experienced bull rider too. 


 
 
 
 
 
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Who is Ben Cleary? 

Ben, a talented carpenter from Clarence, TAS Australia, has spent an amazing five years with Thunder From Down Under. With his love for the ocean, nature and pushing boundaries, his craftsmanship reflects his energetic and passionate spirit. His life resonates with the vibrant melodies of a Morgan Wallen song. However, there's more to Ben than his carpentry skills, he is also a great chef. If you ever get the chance, let him treat you to a mouthwatering culinary delight. As a dynamic and invaluable member of the 'Flip the Strip' team, he combines his expertise in carpentry with his zest for life to make a significant impact.


 
 
 
 
 
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Ben Cleary is an experienced bull rider

Ben is not a regular guy. He is also a cowboy and an expert at riding bulls. Ever since he moved to LA, he has taken part in numerous rodeos. You can see glimpses of this side of him on his Instagram posts. Although it is unclear if he still rides bulls regularly, one thing is certain—he really misses his bull riding days, and he expresses this through his posts.


 
 
 
 
 
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