Eric Charles Boardman, a renowned television personality, embarked on his life's journey in the vibrant city of Chicago, Illinois. His academic pursuits led him to Lake Forest College in Lake Forest, Illinois, where he earned a degree in Psychology. Boardman's impressive career is largely defined by his work as a host on various Home and Garden TV shows.
In addition to his work on Home and Garden TV, Boardman has made a significant impact in the realm of educational children's videos. His notable contributions include hosting the series "Prehistoric World", as well as the dinosaur-themed videos "Dinosaurs, Dinosaurs, Dinosaurs" (1987),"More Dinosaurs" (1991),and "The Return of Dinosaurs" (1993). Furthermore, he has also hosted the educational cooking show "Calling All Cooks".
Boardman's childhood was filled with inspiration, as he looked up to two of his idols, the legendary baseball player Ernie Banks and the talented actor Dick Van Dyke.