Fixer Upper Showbiz Cheat Sheet

Fixer Upper
'Fixer Upper' stars Chip and Joanna Gaines | Brook Christopher/FilmMagic
Fixer Upper
Fixer Upper is a reality TV series that features married couple, Chip Gaines and Joanna Gaines, as they design and renovate homes in the Waco, Texas, area. Following the show's pilot airing in May 2013, season 1 of Fixer Upper kicked off in April 2014 on HGTV. Thanks to the show, design concepts like shiplap, wainscoting, clawfoot bathtubs, and barn doors became increasingly popular. The fifth and final season premiered on Nov. 21, 2017. In 2021, a reboot titled Fixer Upper: Welcome Home premiered on Magnolia Network via discovery+.
- Genres: Reality TV, home design and renovation
- Premiere Date: May 23, 2013
- Producers: High Noon Entertainment producers Scott Feeley and Jim Berger
- Cast: Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines, Dustin Anderson
- Where to Watch: HGTV, Magnolia Network via Discovery+
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‘Fixer Upper’ Stars Chip and Joanna Gaines Have Been Sued Multiple Times
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Chip Gaines Explained How He Made Significant Money Before Joanna Gaines
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Joanna Gaines Is ‘Planning a Special Celebration’ for Chip Gaines’ 50th Birthday, Insider Reveals

Joanna Gaines has something big planned for Chip Gaines' 50th birthday in November 2024, according to a source. Here's what the insider said.

by Lauren Weiler

Published on November 12, 2024

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Joanna Gaines wearing a sleevless top at an event with Chip Gaines out of frame beside her

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Joanna Gaines Reflects on How Her Kids Aren’t ‘Touchy-Feely’ Ahead of the Holidays

Joanna Gaines explains the strategies she uses to get her kids (and guests) hanging out during the holidays -- especially if people aren't 'touchy-feely.'

by Lauren Weiler

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Chip Gaines Said There Was ‘No Strategy’ in Growing Magnolia Brand

Chip and Joanna Gaines didn't have any 'strategy' when it came to expanding their Magnolia brand, according to Chip.

by Lauren Weiler

Joanna Gaines Is ‘Planning a Special Celebration’ for Chip Gaines’ 50th Birthday, Insider Reveals

Joanna Gaines has something big planned for Chip Gaines' 50th birthday in November 2024, according to a source. Here's what the insider said.

by Lauren Weiler

Published on November 12, 2024

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Chip and Joanna Gaines during a 2015 interview

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Chip Gaines Thought He Was Going to be Arrested Just Before Launching Magnolia Network: ‘It Was Serious’

Chip Gaines and his wife, Joanna. Gaines, launched their own television net work back in 2022. Prior to the launch, though, Chip once thought he'd landed himself in hot water after announcing the network too early.

by Julia Mullaney

Real estate pros Chip Gaines (R) and Joanna Gaines attend AOL Build Presents: "Fixer Upper" at AOL Studios In New York on December 8, 2015 in New York City

Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Relationship With a Waco Local Once Got the ‘Fixer Upper’ Stars Labeled as ‘Hateful’

Chip and Joanna Gaines’ relationship with pastor Jimmy Seibert got the ‘Fixer Upper’ stars labeled ‘hateful’ because of his controversial views.

by Perry Carpenter

Cole DeBoer and Chelsea Houska Are Thankful to Live Life as ‘Best Friends’

Chelsea Houska and Cole DeBoer insist they are thankful for their marriage every day. Cole says he is living his life with his best friend and suggests everyone should approach marriage the same way.

by Andrea Francese

Published on November 9, 2024

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Portrait of Tarek and Christina from 'Flip and Flop' standing in front of ladders

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People Tricked By House-Flipping Scheme Linked to HGTV Stars Tarek El Moussa, Christina Hall Just Got a $12 Million Payout

Thousands of customers who purchased expensive courses from Zurixx LLC will be getting refunds, the FTC says.

by Megan Elliott

Christina Hall attends the 111th Annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade opening night at Marina Park on December 18, 2019 in Newport Beach, California

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Christina Hall and Josh Hall’s Marriage Flops Weeks After She Praised Their ‘Stong’ Union

Christina Hall and Josh Hall are calling it quits after two years as husband and wife. Josh Hall filed for divorce on July 16.

by Andrea Francese

Why Joanna Gaines Bakes the Same Treat Every Year on Christmas Morning: ‘It’s Rare for Me to Get Excited About a New Holiday Recipe’

Christmas is a big deal in the Gaines household. Joanna Gaines revealed she bakes the same treat every year on Christmas morning. Here's why.

by Sheiresa Ngo

Joanna Gaines and Chip Gaines standing together and smiling

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Joanna Gaines Felt ‘Empty’ From Magnolia Accomplishments

Joanna Gaines has accomplished more than most people do in a lifetime -- but she reflected about feeling 'empty' despite everything she's done.

by Lauren Weiler

Chip and Joanna Gaines sit for an interview on Sirius XM.

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Joanna Gaines Says Her New Rug and Pillow Line Brings ‘Simplicity and Warmth’

Chip and Joanna Gaines became famous after starring on HGTV's Fixer Upper. Now, Joanna is launching a new line of pillows and rugs.

by Sheiresa Ngo

Joanna Gaines and Chip Gaines sitting at a dinner table smiling

Joanna Gaines Was Upset With Chip Gaines for Making a Renovation Without Telling Her

Chip and Joanna Gaines work well together, but Chip made a renovation in Cottonland Castle without telling Joanna first. Here's what happened.

by Lauren Weiler

Chip Gaines and Joanna Gaines smiling during an interview

Fans Call Out Chip Gaines for Silobration 2022 Outfit: ‘What Is Chip Wearing?’

Chip Gaines wore a peculiar outfit during Silobration 2022. Here's what 'Fixer Upper' fans noticed and what Joanna Gaines had to say about it.

by Lauren Weiler

Chip and Joanna Gaines from 'Fixer Upper' sitting down for an interview

Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Waco Empire Is Causing ‘Violent’ Displacement of Residents

Chip and Joanna Gaines helped build up the Waco, Texas, economy, but it might not be benefitting locals. Here's what one resident had to say.

by Lauren Weiler

Chip and Joanna Gaines on the Today show

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Joanna Gaines’ New Book: The Significance of the Book Colors

Joanna Gaines spoke about her new book and shared information about the writing process. Here's what she said about choosing the book's colors.

by Sheiresa Ngo

Chip and Joanna Gaines, who live in Waco, Texas.

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Chip and Joanna Gaines Reveal Where They Would Move if They Didn’t Live in Waco

Chip and Joanna Gaines opened up about where they would go if they couldn’t live in Waco, Texas.

by Grace Turney

Chip and Joanna Gaines, whose marriage has lasted nearly 20 years, pose together.

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Joanna Gaines Reflects on Her Marriage to Chip and Getting Through ‘Times When All Hope Felt Lost’

HGTV star Joanna Gaines opened up about some of the hardships she and her husband Chip have faced over nearly two decades of marriage.

by Grace Turney

Chip and Joanna Gaines sit next to each other during a radio show with Today's Hoda Kotb.

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Joanna Gaines Prepares to Send Her Son to College: ‘My First Child Is Moving Away’

Chip and Joanna Gaines are about to take a big step as parents. Joanna says she is preparing to send her eldest son, Drake, to college. Here's what she said about this time in her life.

by Sheiresa Ngo

Chip and Joanna Gaines, who fixed up their farmhouse in Waco, during an interview.

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Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Stunning Waco Farmhouse Is Worth Much Less Than We Thought

Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Waco, Texas farmhouse is surprisingly worth a lot less than we thought.

by Grace Turney

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Before ‘Fixer Upper,’ Joanna Gaines Had Zero Design or Real Estate Experience

Before ‘Fixer Upper,’ Joanna Gaines had no professional experience in real estate or home design, and her true passion is in a completely different field.

by Grace Turney

Joanna Gaines, who is passionate about baking, smiles for the camera.

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Joanna Gaines’ True Passion Is Not Real Estate or Design

Joanna Gaines is known as a talented home designer and real estate mogul, but the HGTV star once revealed what her true passion is.

by Grace Turney

Joanna Gaines, who has five kids, smiling.

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Joanna Gaines Shares the 1 Surprising House Rule She Makes Her Kids Follow

‘Fixer Upper’ star Joanna Gaines shared the strange house rule she and Chip Gaines make their five children follow.

by Grace Turney

Chip and Joanna Gaines smile and pose together at an event.

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Why This ‘Fixer Upper’ Couple Was So Furious With Chip and Joanna Gaines

One couple became furious with Chip and Joanna Gaines after the HGTV stars renovated their home on ‘Fixer Upper.’

by Grace Turney

Chip and Joanna Gaines smiling together in front of a sign that says their name

How Much Is Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Castle Worth in 2022?

'Fixer Upper' couple Chip and Joanna Gaines have a new castle they're opening for public touring. How much is the castle worth?

by Lauren Weiler

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Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Goats Were Once Cruelly Shot to Death On Their Magnolia Homes Property

Police launched an investigation after two of Chip and Joanna Gaines’ goats were shot to death outside their Magnolia Homes property in 2016.

by Grace Turney

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Joanna Gaines Reveals Why She and Chip Gaines Wake Up at 4:00 a.m. Together

Joanna Gaines revealed the reason she and her husband Chip Gaines wake up at 4:00 a.m. together, and it has nothing to do with their children or farm animals.

by Grace Turney

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Chip Gaines Admits What ‘Keeps Him Up at Night’

Here's what keeps 'Fixer Upper' star Chip Gaines awake at night, and it’s not his and Joanna Gaines’ children or their business.

by Grace Turney

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Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Thoughts on Life and Love

Chip and Joanna Gaines have been married for almost two decades. They have shared their words of wisdom over the years with their fans. Here's what they've said over the years.

by Sheiresa Ngo