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.
Jelly Roll

Jelly Roll Dedicates Song to a Fan Who Said His Music Saved Her Life

Wendy Michaels

A fan's sign caught Jelly Roll's attention at a June 2025 concert and he performed a special song for her.

Joanna Gaines Chip Gaines

Chip Gaines Battles Through Motion Sickness [VIDEO]

Wendy Michaels

Chip Gaines didn't handle motion sickness well during the family's recent vacation. Joanna Gaines was there to capture it on video.

Nicole Curtis Recalls ‘Challenging Journey’ of Her ‘Rehab Addict’ Return

Wendy Michaels

Nicole Curtis is back with a new season of Rehab Addict. She explains the journey to making the HGTV return possible.

Heather Rae El Moussa

Heather Rae El Moussa Reveals Whether She’ll Have Another Baby

Wendy Michaels

Are Heather Rae El Moussa and Tarek El Moussa planning to have another baby? She shares whether or not it's in their plans.

Dave Marrs and Jenny Marrs

Jenny Marrs Reveals ‘Fixer to Fabulous’ Started as a ‘One-Time Thing’

Wendy Michaels

Jenny Marrs shares an excerpt from her new book that explains the humble beginnings of HGTV's Fixer to Fabulous.

Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO

Jelly Roll’s Wife Bunnie Xo Stuns Fans With Generous Offer

Wendy Michaels

Jelly Roll's wife, Bunnie Xo is hoping to make a fan's dreams come true with an amazingly generous offer.

Ben and Erin Napier

HGTV’s Ben Napier Reveals ‘Absolute Scariest Thing’ About Being a New Parent

Wendy Michaels

Ben Napier is a chill girl dad, but admits there was one moment early on that was scary as a new parent. The Home Town star offers up parenting advice.

Jenny Marrs Announces End of 2025 Season at Their Berry Farm: ‘That’s a Wrap!’

Wendy Michaels

HGTV star Jenny Marrs shared that the blueberry picking season is over at the family farm, but it seems like it just started!

Nicole Curtis

‘Rehab Addict’ Star Nicole Curtis Says She’s ‘Been Waiting 3 Long Years’ for Return

Wendy Michaels

Rehab Addict star Nicole Curtis shares that she's been waiting for her return to HGTV and she's as passionate about the show as ever.

Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott

HGTV’s Jonathan Scott Gives Fans a Tour of His Home’s Epic Game Room

Wendy Michaels

You'll never get bored in Jonathan Scott's game room. Check out his room tour, including some custom one-of-a-kind gems.

Kelsea Ballerini

Kelsea Ballerini Says Her Summer Workout Plans Involve Trying a New Sport

Wendy Michaels

Kelsea Ballerini is getting ready to give a new sport a try now that she's got some downtime this summer. Will she love it?

Retta

Retta Says ‘Ugliest House in America’ Homeowners Are ‘In on the Joke’

Wendy Michaels

Homeowners competing for the Ugliest House in America aren't offended by host Retta pointing out all the flaws. She explains why.

Dave and Jenny Marrs

HGTV’s Jenny Marrs Gets a Surprising Pantry Makeover

Wendy Michaels

Dave and Jenny Marrs have a bit of miscommunication over the pantry makeover, but it all turns out for the best!

Kelsea Ballerini

Kelsea Ballerini’s Health & Fitness Goals Include a Simple Diet Secret

Wendy Michaels

Kelsea Ballerini has shifted her thinking about health and fitness, with goals for overall health and an easy secret for dieting success.

Tarek El Moussa and Heather Rae El Moussa

Tarek & Heather Rae El Moussa Announce ‘New Chapter’ for Their Family

Wendy Michaels

Tarek and Heather Rae El Moussa just bought a new house and they're giving fans an inside look as they transform their home.

Chip and Joanna Gaines

Chip & Joanna Gaines Get a ‘Fixer Upper’ Home Gym Makeover

Wendy Michaels

Chip and Joanna Gaines just got a beautiful gym makeover and it's amazing how much equipment fits in the tiny space.

Dave Marrs and Jenny Marrs

HGTV’s Jenny Marrs Shares Powerful Words From ‘Season of Uncertainty’

Wendy Michaels

HGTV star Jenny Marrs shared the powerful words she leaned on in uncertain times, hoping her fans could benefit from the inspiration.

Retta, Loren Ruch, and Alison Victoria

Alison Victoria Pays Tribute to Beloved HGTV Boss: ‘You Will Be Forever Missed’

Wendy Michaels

HGTV star Alison Victoria is mourning the loss of the network's Head of Content Loren Ruch, who died on June 12 at age 55.

Joanna Gaines Chip Gaines

Chip & Joanna Gaines Tease Surprising New Reality Show

Wendy Michaels

Chip and Joanna Gaines shared their newest project, coming in July, and it's unlike anything they've been a part of before.

Tarek El Moussa and Heather Rae El Moussa

Heather Rae El Moussa Cryptically Shares ‘Universe Is Testing Me’: ‘It’s a Lot’

Wendy Michaels

Heather Rae El Moussa shared in a video that she felt the universe was testing her following Tarek El Moussa's battery citation.

Derek Hough Mourns Loss of DWTS Family Member: ‘We’ve Truly Lost an Icon’

Wendy Michaels

Derek Hough reacts to the tragic passing of Dancing With the Stars choreographer Dave Scott, who died on June 16.

Jack Wagner

Jack Wagner Reveals ‘Complete Blackout’ Moment When He Was on ‘DWTS’

Wendy Michaels

Jack Wagner is reflecting on his time on Dancing With the Stars and revealed the one part that made him black out.

HGTV’s Erin Napier Defends Bold Parenting Move

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Erin Napier wants kids to return to simpler times, before smartphones and social media became such a dominant focus.

Heather Rae El Moussa

Heather Rae El Moussa Launches Stylish Home Collection Line

Wendy Michaels

Heather Rae El Moussa announced an exciting new collaboration with Shein. Get the details about her affordable home collection.

Retta

‘Ugliest House in America’ Host Shares Advice for Owners of Ugly Homes

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Ugliest House in America host Retta offers up her advice for anyone with an ugly home in need of renovation.

Jenny Marrs Dave Marrs

HGTV’s Jenny Marrs Shares Touching Tribute to Husband Dave

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Jenny Marrs shared a sweet tribute to Dave on Father's Day, even though she said he deserves to be celebrated daily.

Christina Haack

Christina Haack Shares Latest Life Update: ‘Woke Up Feeling Extra Grateful’

Wendy Michaels

Christina Haack is feeling grateful these days, sharing the latest updates about her family, relationship, and more!

Nicole Curtis Promises ‘Revenge’ on New ‘Rehab Addict’ Season

Wendy Michaels

Rehab Addict returns to HGTV and the star, Nicole Curtis, calls her renovations revenge on house flippers who get it all wrong.

Julianne Hough

Julianne Hough Shares Winning Advice for ‘DWTS’ Contestants

Wendy Michaels

Julianne Hough has great advice for winning Dancing With the Stars. She shares what contestants should focus on.

Robert Herjavec and Kym Johnson

Robert Herjavec Shares ‘What I Really Want’ for Father’s Day

Wendy Michaels

Robert Herjavec is a sentimental dad, and when it comes to Father's Day, there's something he's really hoping for.