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.
Chip and Joanna Gaines

Chip & Joanna Gaines Have Very Different Disney Roller Coaster Experiences

Wendy Michaels

Chip and Joanna Gaines' family had fun on their Disney vacation, but photos show Chip isn't a big roller coaster fan like his wife is.

Kelsea Ballerini

Kelsea Ballerini Shares Sweet Message for Young Fan Battling Cancer

Wendy Michaels

Kelsea Ballerini went above and beyond for a fan who is battling cancer. See her sweet message after the girl's mom reached out on TikTok.

Jenny Marrs

HGTV’s Jenny Marrs Shares ‘Emotional’ Renovation Reveal on ‘Fixer to Fabulous’

Wendy Michaels

HGTV's Jenny Marrs explained the emotional circumstances behind one renovation reveal, given that tornadoes had ripped through the community.

Christina Haack

Christina Haack Regrets Not Having a Prenup With Josh Hall Amid Messy Divorce

Wendy Michaels

Christina Haack gives an update on her divorce, wishing she and Josh Hall signed a prenup — or that she never married him at all.

Ty Pennington

HGTV Star Ty Pennington Calls Health Scare 1 of His ‘Best Experiences’

Wendy Michaels

Ty Pennington reflects on his near-death health scare nearly 2 years later, revealing why it was one of his best experiences.

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift

Travis Kelce Shares Surprising Way Taylor Swift Helped His Super Bowl Heartbreak

Wendy Michaels

Travis Kelce reveals how Taylor Swift helped him out of the darkness following the Chiefs' Super Bowl loss.

Emmy Russell

Why ‘Idol’ Alum Emmy Russell Was ‘So Mad’ She Had to Sing Loretta Lynn Song

Wendy Michaels

American Idol finalist Emmy Russell felt mad when the judges wanted her to sing her grandmother Loretta Lynn's song, Coal Miner's Daughter.

Dave Marrs and Jenny Marrs

Dave & Jenny Marrs’ ‘Fixer to Fabulous’ Comes to ‘Design Home’ Game App

Wendy Michaels

Design Home has a new collaboration with HGTV's Fixer to Fabulous and Dave and Jenny Marrs are getting in on the fun.

Kelsea Ballerini

Kelsea Ballerini Stops Mid-Song During Concert to Silence Haters

Wendy Michaels

Kelsea Ballerini took a moment during her concert to set the record straight during one song, shutting down fans who shouted an expletive.

Jonathan Scott and Zooey Deschanel

Jonathan Scott Gives Update on Restoring Zooey Deschanel’s Home Lost in Wildfires

Wendy Michaels

Jonathan Scott gives the latest update on his plans to restore Zooey Deschanel's childhood home that burned in the Los Angeles fires.

Clea Shearer

‘Extreme Makeover: Home Edition’ Star Shares Health Update: ‘Crying Happy Tears’

Wendy Michaels

Extreme Makeover: Home Edition star Clea Shearer provided fans with the latest on her health journey, giving a bit of good news amid a scare.

HGTV’s Jenny Marrs Shares the ‘Sweet, Unexpected Gift’ Her Family Enjoyed

Wendy Michaels

HGTV's Jenny Marrs and her family were recently given an amazing gift amid a winter storm. See why Marrs is grateful for the memories.

Jonathan Scott and Zooey Deschanel

Jonathan Scott & Zooey Deschanel Matched Outfits for 2025 SAG Awards Date Night

Wendy Michaels

Jonathan Scott and Zooey Deschanel coordinated their looks at the 2025 SAG Awards, with the actress wearing a tux-inspired dress.

Kelsea Ballerini

Kelsea Ballerini Pauses Concert to Help Bullied Fan: ‘That’s Not Okay’

Wendy Michaels

Kelsea Ballerini took a moment at her concert to give a young fan a pep talk and fans loved seeing the singer show her support.

Jonathan Scott and Zooey Deschanel

Jonathan Scott & Zooey Deschanel Welcome New Family Members

Wendy Michaels

Jonathan Scott and Zooey Deschanel welcomed three new family members in 2025 and they are just too cute! Jonathan gave a sweet introduction.

Scotty McCreery

Scotty McCreery Cancels Concerts Amid Illness

Wendy Michaels

Scotty McCreery was forced to cancel two concerts due to illness. Fans have been sharing their support and get well wishes for the singer.

Jenny Marrs Dave Marrs

Jenny Marrs Stuns Fans With ‘Around the Clock Job’ Amid Winter Storm

Wendy Michaels

HGTV star Jenny Marrs didn't hunker down when a winter storm hit their town. Instead, she had a lot of work to do to keep her animals safe.

Ant Anstead and Christina Haack

Christina Haack’s Ex Ant Anstead Makes Controversial Move as ‘Flip Off’ Judge

Wendy Michaels

Christina Haack's ex-husband Ant Anstead served as a judge on HGTV's The Flip Off, but there was one big problem with his ability to be fair.

Christina Haack Shares ‘Pressure’ of Working With Tarek & Heather Rae El Moussa

Wendy Michaels

Christina Haack reveals the challenge of working with Tarek and Heather Rae El Moussa on HGTV's The Flip Off.'

Kelsea Ballerini

Kelsea Ballerini Says Bidding on Date on ‘Southern Charm’ ‘Haunts Me Forever’

Wendy Michaels

Kelsea Ballerini reflected on her appearance on Southern Charm when she bid on a date with Craig Conover. She's clearing some things up.

Dave and Jenny Marrs

Jenny Marrs’ Lake House Basement Renovation Delivers ‘Wow Factor’

Wendy Michaels

Jenny Marrs delivered on the homeowners' request for wow factor with a unique lake house basement renovation on Fixer to Fabulous. Amazing!

Erin Napier Shares Uncertain Time She ‘Felt So Unmoored’ and ‘Anxious’

Wendy Michaels

HGTV star Erin Napier reflected on what her life was like 10 years ago, right before the network offered her and Ben Napier a show.

Jenny Marrs Dreams Up Her Most Fun Home Renovation Yet With Basement Pub

Wendy Michaels

Jenny Marrs came up with a fun home renovation idea involving a phone booth that leads to a secret speakeasy in the homeowners' basement.

Dave Marrs and Jenny Marrs

HGTV’s Jenny Marrs Reveals Toronto Plane Crash ‘Triggered Fear Again’

Wendy Michaels

HGTV star Jenny Marrs, who has shared her fear of flying in the past, revealed that the Toronto plane crash triggered her fear again.

Christina Haack

Christina Haack Reacts to Ant Anstead’s Tribute to Girlfriend Renée Zellweger

Wendy Michaels

Christina Haack showed her support of Ant Anstead's girlfriend Renee Zellweger after he posted about her new Bridget Jones movie.

Dave Marrs and Jenny Marrs

Jenny Marrs Shares Her ‘Greatest Achievement’ & It’s Not Her HGTV Success

Wendy Michaels

HGTV star Jenny Marrs reflected on her greatest achievement, noting the important role she plays in her family.

Jelly Roll

Jelly Roll Inspires Fans With New Project: ‘We Can Create Huge Change’

Wendy Michaels

Jelly Roll is launching a new project that he hopes inspires his fans. Find out more about Jelly Roll's Losers Run Club.

Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott

Jonathan Scott’s Valentine’s Day Note to Zooey Deschanel Is Too Funny

Wendy Michaels

Jonathan Scott had a Valentine's Day question for his love, Zooey Deschanel. Watch his sweet and funny video.

Jenny Marrs Dave Marrs

Jenny Marrs Shares Her Family’s Loving Valentine’s Day Tradition

Wendy Michaels

Jenny Marrs and her family have a sweet Valentine's Day tradition that they've been doing for a few years. Find out how they share the love.

Joanna Gaines

Joanna Gaines Shares ‘Sweet’ Family Valentine’s Day Tradition, ‘Simple’ Menu

Wendy Michaels

Joanna Gaines and her family have a Valentine's Day tradition that they've honored for years, including a perfectly simple dinner menu.