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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How Much Does it Cost to Stay at Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Hotel 1928?
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Chip Gaines Explained How He Made Significant Money Before Joanna Gaines
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‘Fixer Upper’ Alleged Worker Explains How Chip and Joanna Gaines Really Are Off-Camera
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Chip and Joanna Gaines’ New ‘Fixer Upper’ Spinoff Showcases Hotel 1928 in Waco

Joanna Gaines

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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

Published on November 23, 2023

3 min read

Thanks, I Hate It

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

Chip and Joanna Gaines gesturing at a table with food in front of them

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Joanna Gaines Doesn’t Like This Fruit Unless It’s Covered in Brown Sugar

Joanna Gaines is a picky eater, according to Chip Gaines. Here's the fruit that Joanna doesn't like unless it's covered in brown sugar.

by Lauren Weiler

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

Published on May 9, 2023

2 min read

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

Fixer Upper stars Chip Gaines and Joanna Gaines appear to discuss their new book "The Magnolia Story" at AOL HQ on October 19, 2016 in New York City

4 ‘Fixer Upper’ Fails That Chip and Joanna Gaines Never Wanted Fans to See

Chip and Joanna Gaines are know for their stylish renovations on ‘Fixer Upper,’ but not all of their jobs have been deemed successful.

by Perry Carpenter

Ex-HGTV Star Must Pay $10 Million for Real Estate Fraud

Charles "Todd" Hill of the short-lived HGTV show "Flip It to Win It" was also sentenced for four years in jail for perpetuating a multi-million dollar scam.

by Megan Elliott

Published on April 21, 2024

2 min read

HGTV Fans Share Their True Feelings Around ‘Down Home Fab’ as Season 2 Gets Closer

Chelsea and Cole DeBoer rose to fame on 'Teen Mom 2' -- but the duo is now back in their second season of their hit HGTV show 'Down Home Fab.' Here's what fans think.

by Julia Mullaney

Thanks, I Hate It

Former ‘Teen Mom’ Star Chelsea DeBoer Opens Up to Jennifer Hudson About Her Time On the Show: ‘It Doesn’t Even Feel Like It Was My Life’

Chelsea DeBoer has gone from 'Teen Mom' star to HGTV designer -- and she recently sat down with Jennifer Hudson and opened up a bit about how she feels regarding her time on the MTV show.

by Julia Mullaney

Bring on the Flavor with Joanna Gaines’ Strawberry Lemonade Ice Cream Pie Recipe

The combination of strawberry and lemon is perfect for dessert. That’s why Fixer Upper’s Joanna Gaines decided to mix these flavors to make strawberry lemonade ice cream pie. The former HGTV star said her children are big fans of strawberry and lemonade, so this recipe is a big hit in her house. “My kiddos love …

by Sheiresa Ngo

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Some Fans Think Joanna Gaines’ Magnolia Furniture Is Too Expensive

Former Fixer Upper star Joanna Gaines recently gave her fans a sneak peek of some of the latest additions to the Magnolia Home Furniture collection. She posted an announcement on Instagram, sharing pictures of a few items. Although fans loved the offerings, they weren’t happy about one thing. Some of her Instagram followers felt the …

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘Fixer Upper’: Joanna Gaines Documented Her Entire Farmhouse Renovation In These Secret YouTube Videos

Most 'Fixer Upper' fans don't realize that Joanna Gaines made YouTube videos of her private home renovation.

by Amanda Harding

The 1 Fake Thing Everyone Fell For on ‘Fixer Upper’

A couple of things were staged on the show 'Fixer Upper,' including the one everyone believed was real.

by Amanda Harding

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Why ‘Fixer Upper’ Stars Chip And Joanna Gaines Were Hanging Out With A ‘NCIS’ Star May Surprise You

'Fixer Upper' stars Chip and Joanna Gaines have not slowed down since ending their popular show last year, now they have done something that surprised even their biggest fans.

by Perry Carpenter

Chip and Joanna Gaines Said They Had to Face Their Fear of Failure

Here's what former 'Fixer Upper' stars Chip and Joanna Gaines had to say about overcoming their fears.

by Sheiresa Ngo

Joanna Gaines Recalls Her Early Years as a Designer: “I Was So Afraid of Messing Up.”

Former 'Fixer Upper' star Joanna Gaines said she didn't always have it together.

by Sheiresa Ngo

Who Is Joanna Gaines’ Father and Why Was He Reportedly Under Investigation?

Here's what we know about 'Fixer Upper' star Joanna Gaines' father.

by Sheiresa Ngo

Joanna Gaines’ Parenting Regret and the 1 Thing That Means ‘Everything’ to Her

Former Fixer Upper star Joanna Gaines talks about the surprising parenting regret she has and the most important part of her life.

by Wendy Michaels

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Is ‘Fixer Upper’ Available on Netflix? Here’s Where To Watch Episodes For Free

'Fixer Upper' fans, rejoice! There are plenty of ways to watch your favorite show, and not all of them cost money.

by Amanda Harding

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Joanna Gaines Talks About Baby Crew’s First Christmas

Here's what Joanna Gaines had to say about baby Crew's first Christmas.

by Sheiresa Ngo

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Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Christmas Traditions

Here are some of Chip and Joanna Gaines' most adorable Christmas traditions.

by Sheiresa Ngo

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Joanna Gaines’ Best Home Decorating Tips

Here are some of Joanna Gaines' home decorating tips from her book Homebody.

by Sheiresa Ngo

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Why Joanna Gaines Says She’s a Homebody

Joanna Gaines explains why she's a homebody.

by Sheiresa Ngo

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Joanna Gaines Says She Learned Home Design the ‘Hard Way’

Here's why Joanna Gaines is happy she didn't go to design school.

by Sheiresa Ngo

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Do Homeowners on ‘Fixer Upper’ Get to Keep the Furniture?

Fans of the show 'Fixer Upper' always have the same question: Do the homeowners get to keep all the beautiful furniture in their newly renovated homes? The answer is surprising.

by Amanda Harding

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Fixer Upper

‘Fixer Upper’ Stars Chip and Joanna Gaines Have Been Sued Multiple Times

How Much Does it Cost to Stay at Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Hotel 1928?

Chip Gaines Explained How He Made Significant Money Before Joanna Gaines

‘Fixer Upper’ Alleged Worker Explains How Chip and Joanna Gaines Really Are Off-Camera

Chip and Joanna Gaines’ New ‘Fixer Upper’ Spinoff Showcases Hotel 1928 in Waco

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

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

Joanna Gaines Doesn’t Like This Fruit Unless It’s Covered in Brown Sugar

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

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

4 ‘Fixer Upper’ Fails That Chip and Joanna Gaines Never Wanted Fans to See

Ex-HGTV Star Must Pay $10 Million for Real Estate Fraud

HGTV Fans Share Their True Feelings Around ‘Down Home Fab’ as Season 2 Gets Closer

Former ‘Teen Mom’ Star Chelsea DeBoer Opens Up to Jennifer Hudson About Her Time On the Show: ‘It Doesn’t Even Feel Like It Was My Life’

Bring on the Flavor with Joanna Gaines’ Strawberry Lemonade Ice Cream Pie Recipe

Some Fans Think Joanna Gaines’ Magnolia Furniture Is Too Expensive

‘Fixer Upper’: Joanna Gaines Documented Her Entire Farmhouse Renovation In These Secret YouTube Videos

The 1 Fake Thing Everyone Fell For on ‘Fixer Upper’

Why ‘Fixer Upper’ Stars Chip And Joanna Gaines Were Hanging Out With A ‘NCIS’ Star May Surprise You

Chip and Joanna Gaines Said They Had to Face Their Fear of Failure

Joanna Gaines Recalls Her Early Years as a Designer: “I Was So Afraid of Messing Up.”

Who Is Joanna Gaines’ Father and Why Was He Reportedly Under Investigation?

Joanna Gaines’ Parenting Regret and the 1 Thing That Means ‘Everything’ to Her

Is ‘Fixer Upper’ Available on Netflix? Here’s Where To Watch Episodes For Free

Joanna Gaines Talks About Baby Crew’s First Christmas

Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Christmas Traditions

Joanna Gaines’ Best Home Decorating Tips

Why Joanna Gaines Says She’s a Homebody

Joanna Gaines Says She Learned Home Design the ‘Hard Way’

Do Homeowners on ‘Fixer Upper’ Get to Keep the Furniture?

Chip and Joanna Gaines Announce Their Return to TV But Joanna Didn’t Seem Ready for the Announcement

How Did Chip and Joanna Gaines Start Magnolia Market?

How Much Chip and Joanna Gaines Have Boosted Waco’s Economy and Why Some Aren’t Happy About It

Why Many Believe Chip and Joanna Gaines Homeschool Their Kids