Christina Haack Reunites with Ex-Husband Ant Anstead in HGTV’s ‘The Flip Off’
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Christina Haack, the popular HGTV star, surprised viewers on Wednesday night’s episode of ‘The Flip Off’ by announcing her second ex-husband, Ant Anstead, as a guest judge for the upcoming fourth episode. The episode offered a sneak peek into the dynamics between Christina and Anstead as they reunited for the first time on television.
Christina and Anstead were previously married from 2018 to 2020 and went through a bitter divorce, which also involved their son Hudson, who is now 5 years old. The decision to have Anstead as a guest judge caught many, including Christina’s opponents on the show, her first husband Tarek El Moussa and his wife Heather, by surprise.
In a candid moment with Tarek and Heather on the show, Christina announces her choice of guest judge, to which Heather reacts in disbelief and Tarek is visibly shocked. The preview shows Anstead displaying tough judgment towards both teams, paying attention to even the smallest details in the properties being flipped.
Anstead’s interactions with Christina and the other contestants reveal his meticulous approach as he provides feedback on unfinished paintwork and design choices such as wallpaper on ceilings. The teaser ends with Anstead preparing to deliver his final verdict, leaving the contestants on edge.
Before the series premiere of ‘The Flip Off’, Tarek and Heather El Moussa shared in an exclusive interview their surprise at Christina inviting Anstead onto the show. They expressed astonishment at seeing Christina and Anstead interacting amicably, especially considering their tumultuous past following their divorce in 2020.
The unexpected reconciliation between Christina and Anstead unfolded on television, capturing the attention of fans as they witnessed the former couple’s journey towards rebuilding a cordial relationship. Despite their challenging history, they have now come together for the sake of co-parenting their son Hudson.
Christina’s life has seen further romantic developments as she has moved on to a relationship with businessman Christopher Larocca, while Anstead has found companionship with Oscar-winning actress Renée Zellweger. The pair’s newfound camaraderie on ‘The Flip Off’ marks a significant turnaround from their acrimonious split.
Fans can catch the drama and excitement of Christina’s interactions with her ex-husbands on ‘The Flip Off’, airing on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on HGTV. The show promises to deliver compelling moments as Christina navigates the competitive world of house flipping with her former partners by her side.