Wendy Michaels

Wendy Michaels is an entertainment journalist covering American Idol, The Voice, and HGTV for EntertainmentNow. With expertise in TV, movies, celebrities, and the royal family, Wendy loves writing about celebrity news and other entertainment-related topics. She has covered the entertainment industry for over 18 years, writing for SheKnows Soaps, Showbiz Cheat Sheet, Elite Daily, Radar Online, and OK! Magazine, among other sites. Wendy graduated from Ithaca College with a degree in marketing. She is based in New York.
Erin and Ben Napier

Erin Napier Vulnerably Opens Up After Noticing ‘The Way Age Is Changing Me’

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Erin Napier shares her perspective on how she's changed with age over 10 seasons of HGTV's Home Town, noting she's a bit rebellious.

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Egypt Sherrod Shares Emotional Post As Daughter Reaches Big Milestone

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Egypt Sherrod is reflecting on motherhood as she celebrates daughter Kendall's birthday, noting how her arrival changed everything.

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Dave & Jenny Marrs Welcome New Family Member: VIDEO

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Dave Marrs pulled off the perfect birthday surprise for Jenny Marrs. Meet the newest member of the Marrs family, a sweet puppy!

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Egypt Sherrod Reveals 2026 Plans After HGTV Cancellation

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Egypt Sherrod shared a brief message about her philosophy for 2026. See what the former HGTV star said in the since-deleted post.

Kelly Clarkson

Kelly Clarkson Opens Up About How Her Kids Are Doing Months After Heartbreaking Family Loss

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While answering fan questions, Kelly Clarkson gave a rare update about how her kids have been doing following the loss of their father.

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David Bromstad Holds Back Tears During Emotional HGTV Moment: ‘I Lost My Mind’

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David Bromstad teared up while reading a message from his best friend during an emotional moment on My Lottery Dream Home.

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Ben & Erin Napier Open Up About the Biggest Challenges in Their Marriage

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Ben and Erin Napier are revealing one of the biggest challenges in their marriage, as a couple who is together 24/7.

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Jenny Marrs Stands Up to Online Critic Trying to ‘Stir Up Drama’

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Jenny Marrs didn't hold back in response to someone appearing to stir up drama with a comment that didn't sit well with the HGTV star.

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HGTV’s Jenny Marrs Addresses ‘Weird’ Reports About Her Husband’s Health

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Jenny Marrs responded to reports that her husband Dave had been hospitalized. Check out her latest update and helpful reminder.

Egypt Sherrod

Egypt Sherrod Suffers Painful Injury After Healing From Surgery: ‘It’s Been a Scary Road’

Wendy Michaels

Egypt Sherrod is on the mend after having surgery and then suffering a painful injury. Fans are sharing healing thoughts and prayers.

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Ben & Erin Napier Discuss ‘Home Town’ Future After HGTV Cancellations

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Ben and Erin reflect on 10 seasons of Home Town and what their future with HGTV might look like following a number of cancellations in 2025.

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Fans Convinced That Derek Hough Accidentally Revealed His Baby’s Gender Months Ago on ‘DWTS’

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Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert announced the arrival of their baby girl and fans are convinced he accidentally revealed her gender on DWTS.

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Erin Napier Shares Emotional Post as Daughter Reaches Big Milestone: ‘Time Is Flying’

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Erin Napier shared a sweet post and photos for her daughter Helen's birthday, noting Helen's interests now as a "young lady."

Ben and Erin Napier

Erin Napier on Emotional ‘Home Town’ Reveal: ‘I Cried Like an Idiot’

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Erin Napier was moved to tears during a Home Town renovation reveal because of the very personal connection to her family.

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Derek Hough & Hayley Erbert Welcome 1st Baby

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Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert welcomed their first child, a baby girl. Find out the sweet name they chose and see her adorable photo.

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Jenny Marrs Gives Family Update ‘After a Year of Immense Loss & Grief’

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Jenny Marrs is sharing her latest family adventure with fans, noting that it comes on the heels of a year filled with loss and grief.

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Kelly Clarkson’s Step-Daughter Welcomes Baby Months After Father’s Passing

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Kelly Clarkson's step-daughter, Savannah, shared the exciting baby news, months after her father, Brandon Blackstock, passed away.

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Erin Napier Reveals Meaningful ‘Home Town’ Project She Had to ‘Beg’ HGTV to Let Her Do

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Ben and Erin Napier return with a new season of Home Town, which includes a meaningful renovation project that isn't typical for the HGTV show.

Mike Jackson and Egypt Sherrod

Egypt Sherrod Shares Latest Life Update, Next Move After HGTV Cancellation

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Egypt Sherrod shares her latest life update and the next adventure she will embark on with husband Mike Jackson.

Jelly Roll

Jelly Roll Vulnerably Opens Up About Dramatic Weight Loss: ‘I Was a Prisoner to My Own Body’

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Jelly Roll shares how his weight took a toll on his mental health and how he first started his successful weight loss journey.

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Ben & Erin Napier Tease Challenging New ‘Home Town’ Season in Sneak Peek Video

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Ben and Erin Napier have their work cut out for them on the new season of HGTV's Home Town. Check out the sneak peek video.

Jelly Roll

Jelly Roll Achieves Major Goal After Incredible 275-Pound Weight Loss

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Jelly Roll shares his journey to losing 275 pounds and landing the cover of Men's Health magazine. See his amazing transformation.

Mike Holmes

Mike Holmes Names Superfan an ‘Honorary Crew Member’ in Touching Post

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Mike Holmes had the opportunity to work with a fan who impressed him so much, the HGTV star named him an honorary crew member.

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Jenny Marrs Reflects on Her Family’s ‘Really, Really Hard Year’

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Jenny Marrs is looking forward to a new year after her family suffered so many heartbreaking losses in 2025.

Bobby Berk

HGTV’s Bobby Berk Reveals Surprising Detail About His Marriage

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Bobby Berk and his husband have been together for 22 years and they've discovered the perfect philosophy for a happy marriage.

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Jenny Marrs Breaks Down in Tears as She Shares Heartbreaking Family Loss

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Dave and Jenny Marrs open up about the special Fixer to Fabulous renovation for their friends Bob and Jill, who passed away this year.

Ryan Seacrest Reveals Favorite New Year’s Eve Memories, Including a Taylor Swift Mishap

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Ryan Seacrest shares favorite memories from hosting Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve, including a mishap with Taylor Swift.

Dave and Jenny Marrs Fixer to Fabulous

Dave & Jenny Marrs Open Up About How Long They’ll Really Stay With HGTV

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Dave and Jenny Marrs weigh in on whether or not they'll continue with another season of their HGTV show Fixer to Fabulous.

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Joanna Gaines Reveals Daughter Ella’s ‘Fixer Upper’ Cottage Design [PHOTOS]

Wendy Michaels

Joanna Gaines' daughter Ella did an amazing job designing a cottage for Fixer Upper: Colorado Mountain House. Check out the after photos.

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David Bromstad Thanks Fans for Their Support After Vulnerably Opening Up About Substance Abuse

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David Bromstad thanks his fans for their support after sharing details of his substance abuse and seeking treatment.