HGTV Bloodbath: Heather Rae El Moussa Speaks Out
HGTV's Sudden Cancellation Spree Sparks Drama and Doubts: Heather Rae El Moussa Speaks Out
In a shocking move, Home and Garden Television (HGTV) has suddenly axed not one, not two, but seven of its popular shows, including the hit series "The Flipping El Moussas" starring Heather Rae El Moussa and her husband Tarek. The news has left fans reeling, and insiders are whispering that the channel's decision is a desperate attempt to cut costs in the face of plummeting ratings and rising production expenses.
Heather Rae El Moussa, 37, who has been a beloved fixture on HGTV with her hit shows "The Flipping El Moussas" and "Selling Sunset," spoke out about the cancellation news in an exclusive interview with Us Weekly. And let's just say she's not mincing words.
"I don't have any statement for that [the cancellation]," Heather coyly revealed, "but I can say how much I've enjoyed being on HGTV." But when pressed for more information, she dropped a bombshell: "Obviously, I do know they are going through big internal changes, so I'm not quite sure what's going on there."
It seems like Heather is hinting that the real reason behind the cancellation might be more complicated than just ratings or production costs. Insiders close to the channel have come forward to spill some juicy tea: HGTV has been hemorrhaging money due to its pricey home renovation shows, which can cost up to $500,000 per episode. Compare this to the relatively modest budget of real estate shows, which range from $200,000 to $300,000 per episode.
But that's not all - it seems like some talent were getting a little too big for their britches. A producer revealed that stars were being paid up to $100,000 an episode and were "afraid to say no" to creative decisions. Sounds like someone needs to take a hard look at the channel's personnel management.
As for Heather's own shows, fans are left wondering if they'll ever see her and Tarek's sizzling chemistry on screen again. The couple's hit series "The Flipping El Moussas" premiered in March 2023 and saw them taking on huge house flips while navigating their marriage. But will we get a third season? Heather remained tight-lipped, saying only that "anything could happen."
But don't count out the possibility of more drama to come! Heather also revealed that her other show, "The Flip Off," might be coming back - but with a twist. The series saw her and Tarek competing against his ex-wife Christina Haack to find, buy, renovate, and flip a house for the biggest financial gain.
"I do know the fans would love to see it back and all three of us would love to see it back," Heather said, leaving room for a possible season two. But will we get more catty drama between the exes? Only time (and HGTV's wallet) will tell.
Sources close to the channel have been whispering about the behind-the-scenes struggles at HGTV. One insider revealed that the network has been struggling with ratings, as well as competition from TikTok stars and other channels. "There was a time when people would just put on HGTV when they were cleaning," the source said wistfully.
But it's not all doom and gloom for Heather Rae El Moussa. Her other show, "Selling Sunset," has been thriving, and she's got her sights set on new projects.
With the drama unfolding behind the scenes, one thing is certain: the world of reality TV just got a whole lot more interesting. Stay tuned for more updates on HGTV's canceled shows and Heather Rae El Moussa's next move!