CELEBRITY IOU

[samhexum]

Enjoyable new show on HGTV. The Property Brothers (whom I don't usually watch) help a celeb surprise somebody special in their life by transforming a space for them whilst they're away.

 

First up was Brad Pitt turning a backyard storage shack into a guest house for a makeup artist who's worked with him for 29 years on 40 films and is like a sister to him.

 

Next was Melissa McCarthy redoing the house of her aunt and uncle.

 

Next will be Viola Davis, presumably doing something for somebody who helped her get away with murder.

 

OK, I'm mature, bear, etc. I always have to dream. I've always hoped before I leave this earth for a threesome. Who would that be with. I've picked; the Property Brothers!! Come on, anyone else have suggestions or what do they think of the Property Brothers??

I think the Property Brothers can count as one, so I'll take the Property Brothers and Bromstad.

Property Brothers in a minute!!! They are so hot. But, I figure one is straight and one is gay. Don't think they both play on our team.

I want the Property Brothers, the Kitchen Cousins, and Scott McGillivary for one grand orgy. They all appear to be packing giant tools, especially Scott.

Just think about giving/receiving an escrow deposit to/from the Property Brothers and you will be fine.

Not sure if they count as actors, but the property brothers are 1 and 2.

The Property Brothers are very attractive, but it's the third brother, JD, that really tips the scales for me.

 

Edited April 27, 2020 by samhexum

[samhexum]

I've enjoyed all 3 episodes so far. Michael Bubble (or is it Bubbly? I always forget) is next week.

[+ sam.fitzpatrick]

I too am enjoying it. And the celebrities are "A" list.

[samhexum]

I too am enjoying it. And the celebrities are "A" list.

I've enjoyed all 3 episodes so far. Michael Bubble (or is it Bubbly? I always forget) is next week.

Love Rebel Wilson. Definitely a comic in the Melissa McCarthy vein. I recently saw her on a talk show and she was hysterical.

 

Rebel Wilson follows Bubbly. She's on this coming Monday. Jeremy Renner follows her.

[samhexum]

“Celebrity IOU” returns for its second season Monday at 9 p.m.

 

In the series, which set HGTV viewership records in Season 1, popular renovation experts (and identical twins) Drew and Jonathan Scott, aka the “Property Brothers,” work with celebrities to surprise someone who’s impacted his or her life in a positive way — by renovating their homes in pay-it-forward fashion.

 

Monday’s four-episode season opener (9 p.m.) includes Jonathan’s girlfriend, actress Zooey Deschanel, surprising her best friend, Sarah, with a home makeover. Among the celebs featured this season are “This Is Us” star Justin Hartley, Allison Janney (“Mom”) and Rainn Wilson.

 

Drew and Jonathan, 42, answered some questions from The Post about “Celebrity IOU” and what goes into producing their hit series.

 

Besides Zooey D., how do you find celebrities who want to participate in the series?

Drew: It took five years for us to get this idea off the ground — Viola Davis was the first person to say yes, without hesitation. In the first season, we had to reach out to a lot of celebrities we knew to spread the word about the new show. With the success of Season 1 and seeing how it transformed people’s lives, now celebs are coming to us saying, “I know someone who deserves this … please help.” It’s really something special.

 

Is there a “Celebrity IOU” template when choosing the episodes you want to shoot? Are there ground rules?

Jonathan: We have no problem whatsoever convincing celebrities to do demolition work. Allison Janney called it a type of therapy, which it really is! What surprised us, but probably shouldn’t have, is how excited everyone gets about the design side of it. Not everyone has the ability to visually pull a room together. But most of the celebs have been really great at it. And because they know the recipients so well, their input is invaluable.

 

Drew: Budget is different for every project. We talk about budget on the front end, but that tends to be decided more by the kind of space we’re doing: inside or outside, kitchen or bedrooms, etc. and what kind of permits are involved to ensure it’s not something that will drag out for a year or more.

 

Jonathan: Ultimately, the goal is to help those who need it the most or who deserve it the most. The celebs we work with are exceptionally humble people and so grateful and thankful for having the recipient in their lives. The celebs get hands-on throughout the entire project but, of course, we’re also navigating through complex schedules and sometimes other restrictions. Thankfully, we haven’t had a problem with scheduling any of our celebrities.

 

Has there been one overriding emotion regarding the stars who want to renovate a friend/mentor’s residence?

Jonathan: An overwhelming sense of gratitude. Every celebrity we work with cannot stop talking about how thankful they are for this person’s role in their life. How selflessly they give of their time and how they’d never expect anything this special be done in return. Whether they are related or not, they are always family. Some of the stories have involved real tragedy, others personal sacrifice. But every single story has been special and something that will drive the audience to ugly-cry.

 

Are there any hoped-for ”Celebrity IOU” entries (without naming names) that didn’t work out?

Drew: Thankfully we’ve had a lot of luck in that regard, and the people we work with are amazing and willing to do whatever it takes. There have been a couple of celebrities who got pulled away due to other projects and had to postpone. Also COVID caused us to cancel some planned episodes due to travel. And there was one where the potential recipient managed to sniff out what was happening and really felt that the kindness would be best offered to somebody more in need. That alone brought a tear to my eye. We’re really dealing with the most kind, generous, humble folks on this show. And it’s inspiring.

 

How long does it take to complete the average “Celebrity IOU” renovation?

Jonathan: On our other shows like “Property Brothers: Forever Home” or “Brother vs. Brother,” a six-week renovation is pretty standard, and that’s after we’ve gotten all the permits and contractors in place. On “Celebrity IOU,” we cut that timeline in half, so you really are looking at a three-to-four week renovation with a dedicated and brilliant crew and months of prep work and logistics. Trust me, it’s all in the prep and planning. We’ll literally order most of the supplies in advance to our warehouse so we’re never waiting on stuff to arrive.

[+ MysticMenace]

Among the celebs featured this season are “This Is Us” star Justin Hartley

 

I hope he helps out a lot with the construction, shirtless and all. Just sayin.

[samhexum]

Allison Janney isn’t afraid to mix glam and gritty — who else would show up to an episode of the Property Brothers’ Celebrity I.O.U. in a ballgown and construction boots? The West Wing actress is the latest star to join Drew and Jonathan Scott on their HGTV spinoff show that features celebrities gifting home renovations as a way to give back to people who’ve helped them along the way.

 

While plenty of big names have stopped by the home improvement show in the past, including Brad Pitt and Zooey Deschanel, Janney’s appearance is stirring up renewed appreciation for the actress on Twitter, where some are even calling her a “national treasure” after seeing a clip of her Celebrity I.O.U. cameo.

 

And who could blame them? Janney takes Drew and Jonathan by surprise with an entrance fit for the movie star she is, strolling in wearing a backless gown accessorized by the finest safety equipment and asking the brothers, “Read to bust up some shit?” Picking up a sledgehammer like she’s an old pro, Janney tells them, “I do my best work when I’m dressed to the nines.” Janney then puts her skills to use, smashing down a cabinet door and making sure to “work the angles” while she’s at it.

 

“I’m calling on the federal government to seize The Property Brothers’ show and give it to Allison Janney,” one twitter user wrote. Another added, “Allison Janney really said ‘oh, you thought you were DONE being in love with me after you finished West Wing?????'”

[samhexum]

In addition to airing on HGTV, each episode will be available to stream on discovery+ and HGTV GO on Mondays beginning November 14.

You'll see these celebs in the new season:

• Drew Barrymore, an Emmy Award nominated and Golden Globe Award and Screen Actors Guild Award winning actress, producer, talk show host, author and entrepreneur.
• Cindy Crawford, a Supermodel, author, entrepreneur and philanthropist.
• Terry Crews, a Daytime Emmy Award, Screen Actors Guild Award and NAACP Image Award nominated actor, producer, author and professional athlete.
• Cheryl Hines, an Emmy Award and Screen Actors Guild Award nominated actress, producer and director.
• Kate Hudson, a Golden Globe Award winner, Academy Award nominated actress, producer, entrepreneur and bestselling author.
• Leslie Jordan, an Emmy Award winning actor, The New York Times best-selling author and recording artist.
• Idina Menzel, a Tony Award winning performer, singer, songwriter, entrepreneur and author.
• Wilmer Valderrama, an award-winning actor, producer, entrepreneur and activist.

[samhexum]

I haven't watched this series for a while, but tonight I watched the Glenn Close episode (S6, E3).  She was delightful in it.

Edited February 17 by samhexum
for absolutely NO @%!*ING reason at all!

[+ WilliamM]

a while