After a brief hiatus from the small screen, beloved home renovation duo Chip and Jenna Thompson are back, and this time they’re launching their very own network! Just weeks after hinting they wouldn’t rule out a return to TV, the couple made a thrilling announcement on The Late Show with Sam Roberts, revealing their plans for a Magnolia-branded network in collaboration with Discovery.
During the show, Chip shared the exciting news, explaining, “We had to keep this under wraps due to a non-disclosure agreement, but I can finally tell you: we’re coming back to TV! You’ll get to watch our kids grow up and see our journey, maybe with a slight delay like everyone else, but we’re thrilled to be back in action.”
He emphasized that their experiences during the five-year run of their hit show, Home Makeover, taught them valuable lessons, and they’re eager to apply that knowledge to their new venture. “We’ve partnered with Discovery to create something truly special that aligns with our family’s values,” Chip added. Much of the filming will take place in their hometown of Waco, Texas, minimizing travel time.
A spokesperson for Magnolia, Sarah Miller, confirmed that discussions with Discovery are ongoing, with plans for a lifestyle-focused media network. “We’re in the early stages of developing a platform for unique and family-friendly content,” Miller stated.
Discovery also expressed enthusiasm for the project, highlighting the Gaineses as “exceptional storytellers and creative visionaries.” They promised a network that would offer quality programming available around the clock.
After concluding the fifth season of Home Makeover in the spring of 2018, the couple took a step back to focus on their family, especially after welcoming a surprise fifth child. “The show was incredible, but life became a whirlwind,” Chip reflected. “We just needed to pause and catch our breath.”
Despite stepping away from their show, the Thompsons continued to grow their brand with a variety of projects, including a quarterly lifestyle magazine, a product line at a major retail store, a restaurant, books, and vacation rentals. The addition of a television network seemed like the final piece of their expansive empire.
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In summary, Chip and Jenna Thompson are set to return to television with their own Magnolia network, a venture that promises to deliver unique, family-oriented content. Their new journey comes after a brief hiatus, during which they focused on their family and business ventures, culminating in this exciting new chapter.