HGTV Cancels Rehab Addict Over Host Slur Leak

HGTV has canceled its long-running home renovation series "Rehab Addict" and removed all episodes from its platforms following the leak of behind-the-scenes footage showing host Nicole Curtis using a racial slur during filming.

The network announced the decision on Wednesday after RadarOnline published the video, which captured the incident from two years ago in Wyoming. In the unaired footage, Curtis, appearing frustrated while working on a renovation project, uttered the N-word. She immediately reacted with shock, asking aloud, "What the f*** was that that I just said?" Curtis then directed a crew member off-camera to delete the segment, adding, "F*** my life."

HGTV stated that it was recently made aware of the offensive comment. "Not only is language like this hurtful and disappointing to our viewers, partners, and employees, it does not align with the values of HGTV," the network said in a statement. "Accordingly, we have removed the series from all HGTV platforms. We remain dedicated to fostering a culture of respect and inclusion across our content and our workplace." The show was also pulled from streaming services including HBO Max and Discovery+.