Kendall and Kylie’s Metallica shirt gets surprising response from James Hetfield
July 25, 2017
Controversy, Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Metallica
Category: Controversy
Fixer Upper scandal, Flip or Flop divorce rumors mark unexpected reality TV turn for HGTV’s powerhouses
December 14, 2016
Chipper Gaines, Controversy, Fixer Upper, Flip or Flop, HGTV, Joanna Gaines, Tarek and Christina
HGTV's shows are normally a bedrock of good vibes and chill presenters, but the Fixer Upper scandal and Flip or Flop divorce controversy have both rocked the network in consecutive weeks. HGTV's public statements on the matter offer a picture of calm, though their lack of detail has sometimes left fans wondering what's really going on behind the scenes. Keep reading for the latest on both stories...
Fixer Upper controversy continues: Pastor addresses anti-gay remarks; Chip Gaines calls for respect
December 4, 2016
Chipper Gaines, Controversy, Fixer Upper, Gay rights, HGTV, Joanna Gaines
The first Fixer Upper controversy in the show's four-year history continues to swell, as the head of Chip and Joanna Gaines' church has addressed his remarks regarding homosexuality, gay marriage, and conversion therapy practices. Pastor Jimmy Seibert talked about himself, his church, and the Gaines' membership in a brand-new interview; keep reading for his thoughts on the continuing issue.
HGTV, Chipper Gaines offer responses to Fixer Upper anti-gay allegations: ‘Do everything in love’
December 3, 2016
Chipper Gaines, Controversy, Gay rights, HGTV, Joanna Gaines
The Chip and Joanna Gaines anti-gay rumors have been swirling for days, thanks to the controversial views of their mega-church's pastor. Now, HGTV has offered a brief statement of support of the LGBT community, in an effort at clarifying matters. In addition, Chipper Gaines himself took to Twitter with a series of statements that didn't address the issue directly, but appeared to assuage the fears of many fans. Read on for the two statements!
Chip and Joanna Gaines conversion therapy controversy marks Fixer Upper Season 4 debut
November 30, 2016
Chip Gaines, Controversy, Fixer Upper, Gay rights, Joanna Gaines
Fixer Upper Season 4 may have just gotten started, but an unexpected controversy is what many fans are talking about. According to a new report, Chip and Joanna Gaines are members of a megachurch whose pastor is an ardent advocate of conversion therapy for homosexuality.
FLIP OR FLOP Tarek and Christina seminars under fire for alleged deception
November 10, 2016
Controversy, Flip or Flop, HGTV, Tarek and Christina
The long-running and highly successful string of Tarek and Christina seminars that the Flip or Flop duo have promoted for years is coming under attack from an unexpected enemy: their fans. Some disgruntled followers of the HGTV power couple are speaking out against Tarek and Christina, accusing them of deceptive business practices and claiming that the Tarek and Christina seminars aren't all they're cracked up to be.
Is Keeping Up With The Kardashians canceled? Fake robbery allegations complicate tidy reality narrative
October 10, 2016
Controversy, Keeping Up With the Kardashians, Rumors
Yesterday's bombshell report that Kim Kardashian might have faked her Paris robbery in order to generate better ratings for the twelfth season of Keeping Up With The Kardashians has spawned a host of controversy and gossip. Most prominent among the many rumors now surrounding the show is a question once unthinkable where the first family of reality TV was concerned: is Keeping Up With The Kardashians canceled? Read on for the latest, including E!'s official statement regarding the halt in production, and the specifics of the fake robbery allegations.
Footage of Donald Trump on ‘The Apprentice’ reportedly shows racial slurs, more ‘lewd and sexist’ behavior
October 10, 2016
Campaign 2016, Controversy, Donald Trump, The Apprentice
Just days after footage of Donald Trump describing sexual assault went public, a pair of television producers alleged "far worse" footage of the Republican presidential nominee. According to the producers–and several people who worked on the show–clips from his time as host of The Apprentice involve Trump dropping racial slurs and making female contestants cringe from lewd remarks.
The Duggars went and got themselves a 20th kid
September 15, 2016
Adoption, Controversy, The Duggars
Are the Duggars separated? Far from it: though controversy continues to bewilder the former stalwarts of huge family reality TV, the Duggars are adding a fresh member to their ranks, thanks to Jim Bob and Michelle's adoption of a 20th child. Read on for the details–and the reaction!
Former Naked And Afraid participants raise new concerns about whether the show is real or fake
August 18, 2016
Controversy, Did You Know?, Naked and Afraid, Reality TV
Is Naked And Afraid fake? The "fake / real" controversy is something that every reality show has to deal with at some point; and survival shows, with their potentially death-defying scenarios, are certainly no exception. But a string of new allegations from a former Naked And Afraid participant–as well as a highly charged claim from a survival expert vehemently opposed to this genre of reality TV–has some viewers wondering whether producers are influencing the show more than they let on.
HGTV Fixer Upper homes for rent stem from unexpected controversy
August 18, 2016
Chip Gaines, Controversy, Fixer Upper, HGTV, Joanna Gaines
Are any of the HGTV Fixer Upper homes for rent? It's a question commonly asked with regard to the massively popular home improvement show. And, until recently, the answer was a solid "No." When the show's success led a few enterprising former clients of Chip and Joanna Gaines to turn their sought-after homes into a business opportunity, though, things got a little uncomfortable. Read on to find out about the controversy...
What happens if Donald Trump quits the presidential race?
August 10, 2016
Campaign 2016, Controversy, Did You Know?, Donald Trump, Rumors
Did Donald Trump quit? And what would happen if he did? Recently, speculation about the GOP front-runner's intentions centers around the belief that he could, potentially, be forced off the ticket by Republican higher-ups–if he doesn't quit of his own volition beforehand. But what would happen if Trump were to quit?