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Bobby Berk’s ‘Junk or Jackpot?’ Sets HGTV Premiere for Dec. 26

John Cena originated the concept, serving as a producer on the hybrid makeover series.

Overview

  • The new series follows Bobby Berk as he helps collectors evaluate possessions, clear clutter, and redesign spaces using proceeds from items they choose to sell.
  • Episodes bring in specialists to appraise collections so participants can decide what to keep, donate, or sell to fund renovations.
  • Berk characterizes the format as part appraisal, part hoarding cleanup, part makeover, and part renovation with a strong emotional component.
  • Berk says John Cena conceived the show, pitched it to HGTV, and specifically sought him as host, with Cena credited as a producer.
  • Berk frames the project as his formal move into the HGTV roster full-time and notes that Cena has been offering encouragement during the press tour.