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When you hear the title Ladies in London: The New Reign, you might expect a cast composed solely of women. However, it’s 2026, and an inclusion of a witty gay man among the ladies adds a refreshing twist. Enter Mark-Francis Vandelli, who is no stranger to the world of British reality television and has joined the eagerly anticipated revival of Bravo’s Ladies of London.
Mark-Francis Vandelli, known for his sharp wit and love for light-hearted gossip, fits seamlessly into the elite circle of women. He prefers the label of “social animal” over “socialite,” but either way, his charisma and distinctive features make him a standout addition to the cast.
Curious about who Mark-Francis Vandelli is and where you might have seen him before his appearance on Ladies of London: The New Reign? Here’s a quick introduction.
Who is Mark-Francis Vandelli?
Born and raised in London, 36-year-old Mark-Francis Vandelli had a cosmopolitan upbringing, frequently traveling between the UK and Italy. In the second episode of Ladies of London: The New Reign, he reveals that his parents lived in different countries. His weekdays were spent in London with his mother, Diane Boulting-Casserley Vandelli, a Russian princess and former Yves Saint-Laurent model, while his weekends were reserved for his father, Marzio Vandelli, an Italian businessman.
Mark-Francis pursued Art History at University College London and has cultivated friendships with notable figures such as the late Valentino Garavani and supermodel Kate Moss, according to his Instagram. He shares a particularly close bond with fellow cast member Lady Emma Thynn, who affectionately likens him to champagne compared to her Prosecco.
What other shows has Mark-Francis Vandelli been on?
Ladies of London: The First Reign is hardly Mark-Francis’s first rodeo with reality TV. He got his start on Made in Chelsea, a British reality show on which he starred for 11 seasons from 2011 to 2022. Mark-Francis later made appearances in other British shows, including The Jump, a competition series that followed celebrities as they tried to master different winter sports, and Celebs Go Dating, a celebrity dating reality show.
How to watch Ladies of London: The New Reign:
Those looking to stream Ladies of London: The New Reign will need access to Bravo and/or Peacock. If you have a cable subscription, you can access the network on the BravoTV website, or stream the show live on platforms like Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV and Sling TV when it airs on Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET/PT. New episodes also become available the next day on Peacock.