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Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson Detail Production Turmoil Before HGTV Canceled Married to Real Estate

They say a wholesale crew change triggered shutdowns that forced them to pay out of pocket to protect clients.

Overview

  • In an October interview, the hosts said none of their original season 1–3 crew remained after a post–Costa Rica overhaul, leaving them feeling unheard and disrespected.
  • They described delays that threw filming into “dark weeks,” prompting them to cover costs themselves to keep client projects on track and safeguard their business reputation.
  • Sherrod said they learned the show would not continue while loading bags at the airport after a Mediterranean family trip, following a call from management and their agency.
  • Jackson noted false stories about the couple separating circulated during the disruptions, adding confusion for fans as the show’s schedule shifted.
  • On October 17, the pair attended the Daytime Emmys as nominees for Outstanding Instructional/How-To Program and, after losing to Chip and Joanna Gaines, thanked supporters in an October 18 post.