ABC has announced a new edition of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition for the 2024-25 season, with Clea Shearer and Joanne Teplin, the co-founders of The Home Edit, as the hosts. The original version of the show, hosted by Ty Pennington, aired on ABC from 2004 to 2012. The recent reboot on HGTV in 2020 was hosted by Jesse Tyler Ferguson. The new iteration will continue to showcase heartwarming stories, volunteers, and impressive home renovations for deserving families who give back to their communities.
The new hosts, Shearer and Teplin, will bring their organizing expertise and unique design aesthetic to the show, working with each family to evaluate and edit every item they own. This process will not only transform their home but also change the way they live. They will be assisted by a team of builders and contractors from homebuilder Taylor Morrison, who will reconfigure the home based on the family’s lifestyle and needs. The exact number of episodes ordered for the new season has not been confirmed yet.
Extreme Makeover: Home Edition is produced by Endemol Shine North America and Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine in association with Walt Disney Television Alternative. Showrunner Shyam Balsé and executive producers Sharon Levy and Michael Heyerman from Endemol Shine North America, as well as executive producers Reese Witherspoon, Sara Rea, Cassie Lambert Scalettar from Hello Sunshine, and Molly Sims, are all working on the show. The collaboration between these production companies promises a fresh and exciting new season for fans of the show.
The decision to bring back Extreme Makeover: Home Edition with new hosts reflects the popularity and success of the original series. The show’s focus on helping families in need and transforming their living spaces has resonated with viewers and continues to be a heartwarming and inspiring concept. With Shearer and Teplin’s expertise in organizing and design, the new season promises to offer viewers a fresh perspective on home renovation and lifestyle transformation.
As the hosts work with each family to declutter and redesign their homes, viewers can expect to see emotional and uplifting stories unfold. The impact of these renovations goes beyond just the physical changes to the home, as families are given the opportunity to create a space that truly reflects their needs and lifestyle. The involvement of volunteers and community members adds to the heartwarming and communal aspect of the show, making it a truly unique and inspiring viewing experience.
Overall, the announcement of the new season of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition with Clea Shearer and Joanne Teplin as hosts is an exciting development for fans of the show. The combination of their organizing expertise, unique design aesthetic, and heartwarming stories of deserving families promises to make this new iteration of the show a must-watch. With a talented production team and the support of ABC, Endemol Shine North America, and Hello Sunshine, the new season is set to continue the legacy of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and inspire viewers with its transformative and uplifting stories.