(ChurchLeaders) Ahead of the launch of their own cable network this month, Chip and Joanna Gaines recently spoke about facing racist and anti-LGBTQ accusations. In a rare interview, the Christian couple behind the Magnolia empire tells The Hollywood Reporter they make conscious efforts to include and love all people.
The Gaineses, who shot to fame through the home-makeover show Fixer Upper, have turned Waco, Texas, into a tourist attraction, complete with a shopping complex, restaurant, bakery and more. On July 15, the parents of five will launch the Magnolia Network—first through Discovery+ and then as a replacement for the DIY Network. In their new off-camera roles, Chip and Joanna say they’ll try to remain genuine and make choices that honor their family and community.