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Jenny Marrs Says South Africa Stay Was the Yes That Launched 'Fixer to Fabulous'

Her new posts link the decision to a restorative 2017 season abroad, spotlighting the Berry Farm partnership in Zimbabwe.

Overview

  • On January 23, Marrs wrote on Substack and Instagram that during a temporary move to South Africa nine years ago, she and husband Dave agreed to film a pilot.
  • She described that time as marked by intention, calm, contentment and joy, sharing family memories of safari, homeschooling and beach days.
  • The couple had previously declined HGTV offers multiple times, citing business demands, young children and a difficult adoption period.
  • Two years after the pilot, Fixer to Fabulous debuted on HGTV, and the franchise is now in Season 7 with spinoffs including Welcome Inn and Italiano.
  • Their Berry Farm initiative partners with Help One Now to deliver vocational training and mentorship for orphaned and vulnerable teens in rural Zimbabwe.