The Real Reason Why Chip And Joanna Gaines Quit Fixer Upper
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- August 21, 2018
- 9:00 pm
Home renovation masters Joanna and Chip Gaines shocked fans in September 2017 when they announced the end of their popular HGTV series, Fixer Upper.
Considering the show’s popularity, and the estimated $30,000 the Gaineses made per episode, the confusion was legitimate. So, what’s the actual story? Although they’ve given many interviews on why they left Fixer Upper, some viewers don’t believe their claim that they quit due to exhaustion. Let’s explore some of the real reasons Chip and Joanna bid farewell to HGTV…
Family first | 0:29
Committed to each other | 1:22
No longer inspired | 1:52
Taking a break | 2:22
Magnolia Table | 2:58
Other projects | 3:37
They’re already rich | 4:26
How did Chip and Joanna Gaines become such household names and cultural phenomena through their work on Fixer Upper?
Chip and Joanna Gaines captured the hearts of millions with their charming personalities and incredible talent for fixing up houses on their hit HGTV show, Fixer Upper. The show became a cultural phenomenon, turning the couple into household names and igniting their career as designers and business owners.
However, after five seasons and numerous successful ventures, Chip and Joanna announced that they would be ending their run on Fixer Upper. While some speculated that the couple was burned out from the intense workload of running their businesses and filming their show, the real reason was much more personal.
In a statement announcing their decision to end the show, Joanna explained, “This is just us recognizing that we need to catch our breath for a moment. Our plan is to take this time to shore up and strengthen the spots that are weak, rest the places that are tired and give lots of love and attention to both our family and our businesses.”
The couple had always prioritized their family and their faith, and the demands of running a busy television show and multiple businesses were taking a toll on their home life. They wanted to step back and focus on their marriage, their four children, and their business ventures.
Chip and Joanna were not done with their careers by any means, however. In fact, their decision to step away from Fixer Upper gave them the freedom to pursue other passions and projects. The couple announced that they would be launching their own television network, the Magnolia Network, and would continue to run their successful businesses, including their downtown Waco storefronts, Magnolia Market and Silos Baking Co.
The Magnolia Network is set to launch in 2021 and will feature original content from the Gaineses and other creators, highlighting their love of home design and renovation, cooking and gardening, as well as the couple’s passion for family, community and storytelling.
In the end, the real reason why Chip and Joanna Gaines quit Fixer Upper was simple: family first. Their decision allowed them to recharge and refocus, and it has opened up exciting new opportunities for the couple to continue their mission of spreading love and joy through their work. Fans are eagerly anticipating their new projects and cannot wait to see what the future holds for this beloved couple.
