Say Yes to the Dress is one of the most popular television shows that reality TV has ever known. For years, TLC has claimed a stake in the reality television game and it is largely thanks to series' such as this one. Brides from all over the country come to the infamous Kleinfeld's in search of the perfect wedding dress. It is there that there are greeted by the charismatic and knowledgeable Randy Fenoli.
Most people will recognize Fenoli from his work on SYTTD, but there is so much more to the man behind the gowns. Check out all that Randy Fenoli has done in his years and what makes him who he is today.
15 He Won A Miss America Pageant
Back in 1990, Randy Fenoli won an unconventional Miss America Pageant. He dressed in his finest frocks and strutted his stuff as Brandi Alexander. All of those gowns that he donned, which he made with his own two hands, helped him earn the coveted title.
14 Randy Comes From A Family Of Six Siblings
Randy might be a natural people-person because he grew up surrounded by a ton of people. Randy's childhood was packed full of siblings. He has six brothers and sisters. While we don't know a ton about Randy's brood, we do know that they sometimes gather to celebrate family milestones.
13 His Childhood Was Less Than Ideal
While Randy grew up surrounded by siblings, he didn't exactly grow up with cuddles and affection. The Fenoli kids were raised on a midwestern farm, and according to Randy, life was not all roses and sunshine. Fenoli says his father was abusive, and he could not wait to escape his childhood.
12 He Has Done Everything From Working A Gas Pump To Selling Real Estate
These days Randy is a staple fixture in both the reality television and fashion worlds, but back in the day, he did a little bit of everything to pay the bills. Fenoli worked the cash register at a gas station and managed a convenience store before breaking into the dressmaking industry. He even worked in real estate for a time.
11 He Adores His Fur Baby, Chewy
Randy Fenoli doesn't have any human children, but that doesn't mean that he doesn't consider himself to be a proud papa. Fenoli is deeply devoted to his beloved furbaby, a little dog named Chewy, who keeps him company after a long day's work on Say Yes to the Dress. Animals truly make the best companions.
10 Just Like Us, He Has Some Relatable Pet Peeves
Randy is so likable on Say Yes to the Dress because he is so relatable, and one of the things that makes him relatable is his number one pet peeve. Randy claims that nothing gets his goat more than when a bride sets her sights on a dress that she simply can not afford. Stay in your lane, ladies, and stay on Randy's good side.
9 Randy Is An FIT Graduate
Randy has a lot to be proud of in his life, and one of his most significant accomplishments is his graduation from The Fashion Institute of Technology in New York. The alum was said to be an overachiever and extremely focused on the goals that he wanted to achieve.
8 He Has Been Creating Since Age Nine
Fashion and design have been an enormous part of Randy Fenoli's life ever since he can remember. Fenoli's fascination with frocks started back when he was only nine years old. His mother left for work one day with instructions for him to stay away from her sewing machine. He didn't, and the rest is history.
7 Fenoli Is Worth Four Million Bucks!
It is safe to say that Randy makes a good living doing what he does. Because of his many fashion-inspired ventures, he can now call himself a millionaire. Fenoli has an estimated net worth of around four million dollars. Not bad for a poor farm boy from the midwest.
6 The Guy Can Cook
Randy Fenoli also has some serious talent in the kitchen. He knows his way around culinary delights almost as well as he knows his way around fabrics and scissors. His cooking claim to fame? He says that it has to be his famous raspberry tart!
5 Rumor Had It His Wife Was Liza Minelli!
Several murmurings have swirled over the years regarding Randy's private life, and the most outrageous one has to be that he is actually wed to the infamous Liza Minnelli. While the rumor is fun to think about, both parties say that there is no truth behind this idea.
4 In Truth, He Is Very Single
Randy is not married to Liza, or anyone else for that matter. It seems that at this stage in the game, Randy is all about his career, his friends and family, and of course, his beloved puppy. It seems he would much rather marry people to each other than get hitched himself.
3 After A Hiatus, He Is Back In The Designing Game
Randy took a hiatus from design, but he is now back in the game with his bridal collection, called Randy Fenoli Bridal. His line aims to bring couture looks to brides on a budget. His gowns range from fifteen hundred dollars to nearly four grand, but they all have one thing in common: fabulousness.
2 Randy Penned A Book
Randy Fenoli can add esteemed author to his list of accomplishments. Fenoli released his first book in 2011 called It's All About The Dress. We would love to see a follow up to his initial work because we are guessing he has a lot more to say about his experience in the fashion industry.
1 Randy Accidentally Came Up With The TLC Show's Name
It was Randy who accidentally came up with the name of the TLC show, Say Yes to the Dress. He happened to make an offhand comment about how it's harder to say yes to the dress than it is to the groom. The saying was a hit with producers, and from that point on, the name was decided.