Modern Family Star Jesse Tyler Ferguson Will Host HGTV Show
While Jesse Tyler Ferguson might be best known for his role as Mitchell Pritchett on ABC’s Modern Family, he’s about to dive into the world of reality TV. It was just announced that the actor will be the host of HGTV’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition reboot, taking over the role from Ty Pennington.
“I’m so excited to announce that I will officially be hosting the most iconic, life-changing makeover show in the history of TV," he said in a video posted to his Instagram account. “I cannot wait to bring you the next chapter of deserving families who are about to have their lives completely changed for the better, and I’m so honored to be bringing you those uplifting and inspirational stories.”
Expected to air in 2020, the show will follow a similar format to the original version, helping families and individuals who go out of their way to help their communities. The only difference? The renovation projects will now have to be completed in just one week.
“We’ll make some variations to creative aspects of the show, but it will always deliver the great storytelling that made it one of the most iconic and successful properties in television,” Jane Latman, president of HGTV, said in a statement. “Jesse’s a funny guy, with a warm, caring nature who will help us find the humor and joy in every situation, so that will make this a unique viewing experience for everyone.”
If you feel you're in need of a heartwarming-home-improvement fix while you wait for the new season, you’re in luck: The network revealed it will air 100 episodes of the original series as a lead-up to the premiere of the Ferguson-led reboot.
Originally Appeared on Architectural Digest
