Mary Padian, also known as the “Junkyard Queen” or “The Junkster,” is a 44-year-old American television personality and entrepreneur renowned for her role in Storage Wars.
Born on August 24, 1980, in Dallas, Texas, to Irish-Lebanese parents, Mary graduated with a degree in Photojournalism from the University of Texas in 2003. She began her career as an assistant editor for Architectural Digest before opening her antique shop, Mary’s Finds, which specializes in repurposed and valuable treasures. Joining Storage Wars in its second season, Mary became popular for her skill in transforming junk into profitable items, earning her devoted fans. After the show’s cancellation in 2019, she focused on her business, promoting her work online and advocating for Ubuntu Life, a Kenyan charity supporting children with neurological conditions. With an estimated net worth of $600,000, Mary remains active as an influencer and brand promoter. She resides in Los Angeles, is in a relationship with a man named Dylan, and enjoys traveling, her podcast Hey Sis, Eat This, and spending time with her nieces, whom she adores.