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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Rock the Block' Fans CAN'T BELIEVE This Team Won: 'This Show Was Rigged'
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The result is in! Alison Victoria and Michel Smith Boyd are the winners of Rock the Block season six. The veteran team's win makes Boyd the first-ever two-time champion of the HGTV series, and it's Victoria's first win after competing in three seasons. Naturally, fans are having extremely passionate reactions to this outcome. During the season finale, the teams worked on the remaining spaces of their homes: the front façade and yard (to get that curb appeal!) and a second-floor bedroom with a balcony. After wrapping up those projects, Property Brothers star Jonathan Scott hit the block to judge the entire homes. While previous guest stars blindly judged the spaces, Scott was briefed by the design teams on their work, then walked through every home with host Ty Pennington. The four homes were then appraised by three local appraisers off-screen, which determined the winner once and for all. The base value of the six-bedroom homes was $1.05 million, including the starting value of $750,000, home budget of $250,000, and backyard bonus of $50,000. Team Victoria-Boyd had the highest appraisal of $1.4 million. That's $35,000 more than the was not revealed. Before the winning team was revealed via drones in the night sky, Scott gave everyone feedback. For Victoria and Boyd, he praised their winning kitchen's bold, green color choice that was cohesive throughout. 'I don't want to cause any drama on the block, but I think your main suite might've been the best,' he said of the challenge, which Jonathan and Jordan Knight won. 'It was really, really well done.' Scott was also impressed by their decision to add a tiny home in the backyard. 'Today's family is really looking for flex spaces,' he said. 'They're looking for somewhere where they can work from home, have family stay. I thought that was a really clever idea, and you tucked it back so nicely that it framed the back of the yard.' After being named the winning team, Boyd expressed his appreciation. He said: 'This is such a proud moment. I'm really filled with gratitude because it was hard the first time around. This time around, I thought it was going to kill me because the competition was so amazing. So being able to call myself the first-ever, two-time Rock the Block champion… I'm a lucky guy.' Victoria got emotional, shedding a few tears. 'Third time's the charm, I guess,' she said. 'This one was the most difficult thing I've ever been through, and it is the highest honor to win Rock the Block.' Boyd added, 'Design is so vulnerable, and to hear good feedback, and from our peers who are so talented, and from you guys, from those appraisers, from everyone in Utah that's been so good to us, we're overwhelmed.' Many fans were overwhelmingly shocked by the 5,500-square-foot house that took home the gold. Across various Instagram posts, they didn't hold back: 'The DeBoers and Kalamas had the best homes, either one should have won. The Rookies did amazing!!' 'I definitely thought [the Kalamas' house] was the best house with the Deboers a close second! Sorry to say but the winning house was my least favorite.' 'I can't believe [the Kalamas] didn't win. I've always loved Alison's designs, but I don't know how they won with no grass in the backyard, that hideous green kitchen, and the unusable Pickleball court.' '[The Kalamas] should have won! Last night's winners proved that this show was rigged. There is no possible way that house was appraised that much over you guys. They just wanted Alison to win one.' 'So confused by the Alison & Michel win - love Michel but that was by far my least favorite house. Kalamas should of won!!' '[The Kalamas] should have won, especially using the solar like Lyndsay and Leslie did.' 'We really thought [Jonathan] and Jordan were going to be the winners. [Their] house was so beautiful!' "The newbies crushed it!! No way Alison's house was the best with most value. The newbies added things like a fence, extra bathrooms, solar panels, an extra kitchen, a wine room and movie room. How is none of that extra value. The Kamalas should have won hands down. Very disappointed in the final choice." 'No matter the winner, you all designed an amazing home. (The casita may have increased the value for the win, but there's still no way I'd want to look at that in my yard everyday.)' 'This was 100% my favorite season!!! Everyone did absolutely amazing. The competition was tough, compared to other seasons, everyone brought their A-game.' While many were not pleased, plenty of fans were happy to see the veteran team win. To Boyd via Instagram, one fan wrote, 'SO PROUD that you are THEE ONLY 2X WINNER!! 💪🏽🏅🏆I thought the Kalama's had you beat with those solar panels, but that container casita added so much value!!' Another added, 'I am so happy for you and @thealisonvictoria! Your home was beautiful and I knew that tiny house was going to make y'all WINNERS!' Some of their fellow HGTV pals chimed in, too. 'So damn proud of you and @thealisonvictoria ❤️ - you guys are unstoppable and an insanely talented duo,' Sarah Baeumler wrote. 'Love you both so much 🙌 and beyond grateful to call you my friends xxsb.' The most recent winner aside, fans also shared suggestions for future seasons of the series. 'I say next time, let the American people vote,' one person wrote. Another agreed that the viewers should be the judges. Perhaps HGTV will consider bringing a fan voting component into the mix, as this may have been the most controversial season yet. Follow on Instagram and TikTok. 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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Sioux Falls' own HGTV stars are back for a third season
Get ready for even more South Dakota rustic, cowhide and bold design concepts, because Chelsea and Cole DeBoer not only return for season 3 of HGTV's 'Down Home Fab' on May 27, but also launch the much-anticipated online store. The season 3 premiere of 'Down Home Fab' will air at 7 p.m. Central Standard Time. As far as what to expect from the show's third season, the eight, one-hour-long episodes will feature warmer tones, more contemporary but still rustic styles and a few major milestones. 'We've been saying contemporary, because it's another spin on South Dakota glam. I don't really love glam, glam as much,' Chelsea DeBoer said. 'I think I like comfortable, lived in, warm and a little rustic flair.' And the DeBoers say they feel even more confident and 'true to themselves' in their design style and in the HGTV series spotlight compared with the first two seasons. 'Season one was like, we're on a new network, so it's kind of like the first day of high school," Cole DeBoer said. "You're worried about the group of mean girls, because it's a new audience who doesn't know you yet." Despite that, when season one debuted in early 2023, it attracted more than 6 million viewers and became HGTV's highest-rated freshman series since May 2022, which prompted a rare mid-season renewal,' according to HGTV. Season two topped those numbers and then some with a total of 7.3 million viewers in 2024. 'We just had a lot more fun this year, and we were like our true selves. We were confident, we were just having a lot of fun with it,' Cole DeBoer said in a previous Article Leader article. 'We also did the biggest project we've ever done." A few of those projects include the DeBoers taking on commercial spaces in the area. More: Is 'Down Home Fab' SD's 'Fixer Upper?' Sioux Falls' HGTV celebs are putting city on the map 'We're so excited for everyone to see this season, because it does feel different than the others, like we definitely went outside of our normal box,' Chelsea DeBoer said. The premiere opens with a single mother with health struggles who greatly needs a redesign that will function well for her home office and her three kids. In the meantime, the couple preparing for the grand opening of their brick-and-mortar, Down Home by DeBoers, in July 2024 in Tea, despite a few setbacks. The DeBoers recently celebrated the store's one-year anniversary in March. More: HGTV 'Down Home Fab' stars celebrate one year of brick-and-mortar store in Tea 'We say all the time that we want to do this show forever,' Chelsea DeBoer said. 'It means so much to us, and we're just having the best time.' While filming season three of 'Down Home Fab,' Chelsea and Cole DeBoer were simultaneously traveling to Grantville, Utah, near Salt Lake City, to star in season six of the HGTV series 'Rock the Block,' which premiered April 14. 'Rock the Block's' season finale airs 8 p.m. Central Standard Time on May 26. The DeBoers said they felt somewhat reluctant at first to star in the show, between raising their family, opening the store and filming 'Down Home Fab' at the same time. 'It was also very intimidating. I mean, being the network's biggest show, and you're on it with some original members that we've looked up to,' Cole DeBoer said. Through much organization and planning, the DeBoers were able to rise to the challenge, and they said they are both glad they did and are proud of what they accomplished with their house remodel. 'It was just so cool. Like Ty Pennington, I've watched 'Extreme Home Makeover' when I was little, and so just to be around there, it felt like an out-of-body experience, ' Chelsea DeBoer said. This season, two veteran design teams return to the block challenge to face off against two rookie design duos — one of which being the DeBoers. During six weeks, each team competes to transform the interior and exterior of four identical blank-slate homes within a limited budget of $250,000. The team with the highest home appraisal earns bragging rights and a street named after them. New this season, judges will tour the homes without the design teams present, keeping each team's work anonymous. Additionally, the weekly judges will remain a surprise until judging actually begins. 'Viewers expressed blind judging would be fairer to the teams competing — and we heard them,' said Jodi Scheer, executive producer of 'Rock the Block.' Both television shows will be available to stream the next day on Discovery+ and Max. But fans of the show have been yearning to shop the DeBoers' collection from their store, Down Home by DeBoers. On May 27, that wait will be over. The DeBoers said earlier this year the No. 1 goal for 2025 is to get an online store up and running so people from all over the world can browse decor, kitchen items, furniture and more for their homes. 'The most asked question we get is, 'Will you have an online store?' and it's happening,' Chelsea DeBoer said via social media. And the countdown on continues to tick to the second. Orders made the week of the launch may receive a special note of thanks from the DeBoer family. As the dust settles after Chelsea and Cole DeBoers' bustling schedule of filming two television series and opening their first brick-and-mortar, the couple wants to keep the momentum going. 'We have so many goals on our list,' Chelsea said. 'I'm thinking about becoming a doctor,' Cole joked. As for the question of a season four of 'Down Home Fab,' the DeBoers are eager and open to the opportunity, should it be renewed. 'And I love being able to work with my wife every day,' Cole DeBoer said. 'In the meantime, we love the chaos.' And the support from the community, they said, is one of the things that drives them. 'We feel so grateful for the support we've had in Sioux Falls, and the amount of people that come up to us when we're out, that watch us on both of our shows,' Cole DeBoer said. 'We just love Sioux Falls.' Vanessa Carlson Bender is the real estate and development reporter for the Sioux Falls Argus Leader. Reach her at vbender@ This article originally appeared on Sioux Falls Argus Leader: Season 3 of HGTV's 'Down Home Fab' premieres South Dakota home
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Want to buy a Rock the Block season 6 home? All properties to hit the market in Utah this month
The luxury homes from HGTV's Rock the Block Season 6 are going up for sale in Grantsville, Utah. Built by Hamlet Homes, these one-of-a-kind properties will be available after a special Block Party event on May 30 and 31. Each home sits on a one-acre lot with 360-degree views The four HGTV Rock the Block Season 6 homes in Grantsville, Utah, are officially going up for sale, offering fans a chance to own a luxury property featured on the hit renovation series Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The four homes featured in HGTV's Rock the Block Season 6 are officially heading to the Utah real estate market. Built by Hamlet Homes in Grantsville, just outside Salt Lake City, the luxurious properties will be available for purchase at the end of May, Homes is hosting a public Block Party on May 30 and 31 where HGTV fans can tour each of the Rock the Block houses, shop for show merchandise, and place bids on select items used during filming. Proceeds from the event will benefit HomeAid read: Handmaid's Tale season 6 episode 6 release date: Check full schedule of all 10 episodes In a video shared on Hamlet Homes' official Instagram page, owner and vice president of marketing Tami Ostmark said, "Have you ever dreamed of owning a Rock the Block home? Well now's your chance. That's right, all four of the Rock the Block homes from season 6 are officially hitting the market at the end of this month. We're talking large, luxurious, one-of-a-kind homes, each sitting on a one-acre lot, with 360-degree views that are just unreal."Season 6 of Rock the Block has showcased fierce competition among top HGTV designers. While the winning team gets their names on the street sign and a donation made in their name to No Kid Hungry, the real prize may now be for Utah homebuyers."Tucked in the heart of beautiful Grantsville, Utah, these homes aren't just stunning—they're truly special. There's no better location, and no homes like these, anywhere," Ostmark of the four Rock the Block homes was evaluated for final appraisal and will now be listed for sale. Although they appeared fully furnished on the show with pieces from Wayfair, a spokesperson confirmed the houses will be sold homes are expected to draw significant attention from fans of the show, prospective buyers, and luxury real estate enthusiasts read: Yellowstone Season 6 is finally confirmed? Here's why fans think the US series is not ending The exact listing prices for the Rock the Block properties have yet to be revealed. However, given the show's popularity and the scale of the renovations, the homes are likely to make a splash in the Utah real estate market.
Irish Daily Mirror
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Celebrating Cruinniú na nÓg 2025: Youth creativity takes centre stage
Get ready for a burst of imagination and youthful creativity at Cruinniú na nÓg 2025 on Saturday, June 7. Now in its eighth year, this national celebration showcases young people's creative expression through coding, circus, music, dance and much more. Cruinniú na nÓg is an initiative of the Creative Ireland Programme, a culture-based initiative led by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport, and Media. As part of the Government's Shared Island initiative to enhance cooperation and connections across Ireland, Cruinniú na nÓg 2025 will include cross-community events for children and young people from the four corners of the island, featuring strategic partner projects Circus Explored, Youth Theatre Island and RTÉ This is Art! Wonder Walls are also joining as a strategic partner for 2025. Ireland is the first, and only, country in the world to have a national day of free creativity for children and young people under 18, so make sure to explore what's happening in your local area! We've highlighted a few events from around the country, but you can explore the full schedule of over 1000 events at and Carlow - The Big Dig Experience what it's like to be an archaeologist! 'The Big Dig' workshops incorporate the dig experience with educational, engaging and interactive activities. Learn about the lifestyles of our Viking ancestors, guided by a professional archaeologist. Book early as places are limited. This is an outdoor activity, so dress appropriately! Cavan - Playful Park Join the Cottage Market in Cavan for a day full of imagination, creativity and fun. This free family-friendly event invites children and young people (ages 0–18) to explore a playful park of hands-on interactive activities designed to inspire and engage. Playful Park Clare – Filmmaking Workshop Clare Youth Service invite young people to join a unique film-making workshop. Learn from Shane Vaughan for hands-on filmmaking and editing skills, learn about the film industry and start your journey to a creative career. Film Workshop Cork – Rock the Block 2025 Rock the Block returns and boldly plants itself on the Cruinniú na nÓg 2025 map, daring all young music makers to come along and be heard! Traditional Irish and folk open jam session; a pop, rap and hip hop open mic session; interactive workshops, a music showcase for up & coming artists; culminating in a guest performance by the trailblazing Hazey Haze. Hosted by The Kabin Studio, Music Generation Cork City and Creative Tradition. Booking required. Derry – Circus Picnic In Your Space Circus invites you to a smorgasbord of circus fun to celebrate Cruinniú na nÓg. The Circus Picnic will be taking over St Columb's Park and is suitable for all ages. Donegal – Family Fun Day Donegal Town comes alive with a family fun day in the amazing surroundings of Donegal Castle! There'll be games to play and performances from the fabulous MakeyUppers, The Green Fairy, Cikada Circus, Paddy Picasso and Bunderella. Dublin – We Own the Castle – Live Youth Music Festival with Garageland Galaxyz Young People are invited to take over Swords Castle on June 7. From rising bands and solo acts to fresh new ensembles, this is a day about music, creativity and community. Watch featured acts on the Main Stage, perform on the spot on the Busking stage, step into the Chapel Session for poetry and unplugged sets, or simply craft your festival look at the Creative Village and soak in the vibes. Galway – Circus Picnic A world of fun and wonder for children aged up to 10 (and their grown-ups!). Try your hand at juggling, balancing and more at drop-in circus skills workshops, soar on an outdoor aerial rig and meet fantastic youth performers as they bring the park to life with colourful walkabout characters. Pack a picnic, soak up the sunshine and enjoy a joyful day of circus play for the whole family – older siblings and curious adults are welcome too! Kerry – Cruinniú Late Killorglin A special Cruinniú Late event, inviting young people aged 13-18 to take part in a variety of creative activities. Print your own tote bags or unleash your inner artist by contributing to a collaborative mini-mural. Enjoy live café music sessions or check out film screenings from the Kerry Filmmaker in Residence Jesse Gilbert and students from Killorglin Community College. Kildare – Learn to DJ Join Helena the Storyteller and DJ Seán Fitzmaurice for this fantastic workshop and pick up some tips and tricks to bring out the DJ in you! Learn about the power of storytelling through music and all about the world of DJing, then become a DJ yourself as you'll get the chance to use the turntables too. Kilkenny – Electric Bugs Science Workshop Learn about electricity, circuits and basic engineering while you build your very own electric bugs! Create little critters that light up, using the power of electricity. It's a perfect blend of fun, creativity and learning helping young scientists develop problem-solving skills, while exploring the wonders of science and technology. Laois – Get OutI! Start off the morning of Cruinniú na nÓg in the outdoors, with teen wildlife photographer, Rossa Bracken, for a fun GET OUT!! experience. Explore what's around us and learn how to preserve and protect it through an interactive nature treasure hunt. Booking via phone only – 085 1622342 Get out!! Leitrim – 24-Hour Play Extravaganza Get ready for a whirlwind of creativity! The Rabbit's Riot Theatre Company is thrilled to present the 24-Hour Play Extravaganza, an exciting theatre project for young people aged 13 to 18. Over just 24 hours, participants will write, design, direct and perform a series of short plays —created entirely from scratch! The plays will be showcased in a public performance on Cruinniú na nÓg day. Limerick – Wonder Walls Workshops Get creative at a drop-in mural session, where 12-18-year-olds can help paint a vibrant, collaborative mural with a professional artist. No need to book, just pop along! Brought to you by the team behind Waterford Walls – The Walls Project - and funded by Creative Ireland. Longford - Music Bonanza Music Generation Longford's Music Bonanza returns with a full day of music workshops, where you can try an instrument, as well as open mic performances in Longford town. Experience taster workshops in African djembe drumming, bodhrán, ukulele and early years music. There's an ASD-friendly music hour and throughout the day there will be opportunities to try different instruments. And if you're brave enough, you can take part in an open mic performance. Louth – Now That's What I Call an Album Cover Get ready for a bold and brilliant celebration of music and visual art, as Droichead Youth Theatre presents Now That's What I Call an Album Cover — a live art experience that transforms iconic album covers into powerful, living scenes on stage. A playful and imaginative tribute to the music that shaped generations, this event combines performance, design and nostalgia in a way that's both fresh and familiar. Free and open to the public – booking required. Mayo - Blooming Science Discover the magic of colour, as your flower blossoms in water. Get your hands messy and watch the colours swirl, creating a blooming rainbow. Not only will you get to create your own beautiful flowers, but you also get to decorate your own vase. Each child gets to take home their creation. This workshop is designed for children with additional needs. Meath – Toddler Twist Lively workshops full of song, dance and action songs for toddlers. Playful puppets and interactive music, the perfect way to bond, move and spark your toddler's love for music and movement. Monaghan – Circus 250 Experience an unforgettable day of entertainment at Monaghan Peace Campus. Step right up and immerse yourself in a jam-packed program of extraordinary circus performances. Offaly – Music Generation Showcase In preparation for Cruinniú 2025, Birr, Tullamore, and Edenderry Libraries hosted a series of workshops with Music Generation. Over 6 weeks, participants have been learning new skills including singing, drumming and performing. The groups will come together for a special family-friendly concert on Saturday June 7, showcasing their creativity and talent. Roscommon – Creative Nature at Knockvicar Organic Garden Explore wildlife through taxidermy and herbarium specimens of our local flora and fauna affording rare proximity to shy creatures and notorious characters. Take part in simple clay and charcoal activities, to learn and appreciate the nature we are lucky enough to share space with. Places are limited, so book early! Sligo – Youth Theatre Taster Workshop A fun and energetic introduction to drama. One-hour taster workshops offer young people a chance to explore theatre games, storytelling and creative expression in a relaxed and welcoming environment. No experience necessary! Tipperary – Summer Block Party Clonmel Applefest is throwing an epic youth takeover at Kickham Plaza – and you're invited! It's a full day dedicated to youth creativity, packed with live music and dance vibes from every corner of the scene – think hip-hop, rock, pop, trad and more. Catch high-energy dance and music performances that'll have you dancing along – featuring DR2, Kool Skool and Music Generation. This is a nighttime event for ages 13+ Waterford – Break from the Books Exam students are invited to take a break from the books with a creative reset. Join holistic wellbeing practitioner Lucy Hyland in the gorgeous surrounds of the Coastguard Cultural Centre for a morning retreat of breathing, slow crafting and soul nourishment. Wexford - Red Moon Theatre Company An island has mysteriously arisen off the coast of Blackwater... Participants will form small groups and secretly gain access to the island to find out what is going on. Each group is suspicious of the others, but when a storm arises they have to take shelter together. They are trapped unless they can create a 'Golden Code' which ensures each and every individual on the island can be safely rescued – or can they? Wicklow – Bug Art & Bug Hotel Making Workshop Join local artist Tina Mouritzen in a fun art and creative session. Learn how to draw a bug of your choice and make your own bug hotel using natural and recycled materials. Take your finished hotel home and watch the bugs get comfortable in your garden. Fun and educational workshop for children of all ages, no booking required.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Backyard Playhouse and Swingset Brand King Swings Featured on HGTV's Rock the Block
Television Debut of Cosmic Launcher Swing Set Marks a Major Milestone for the Family-Owned Brand Amid Nationwide Growth CHESTER COUNTY, Pa., May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- King Swings, the nation's leading family-owned vinyl swing sets and playhouse brand, is thrilled to announce its Cosmic Launcher Swing Set was featured on season six, episode 606 of HGTV's Rock the Block: Rookies vs Vets on Monday, May 19. Hosted by Ty Pennington, the series features a competition between top HGTV designers. The designers have limited time and a designated budget to renovate four blank-slate homes on the same block in Utah with their signature styles. The purpose is to add the most value to each home to achieve a high appraisal. Winning designers earn bragging rights and a street named in their honor. In Episode 606, the competition shifted to the backyard. Chelsea and Cole DeBoer—rookies on the block, but seasoned parents of four—designed their outdoor space with families in mind. "We know what a family wants in a backyard," said Chelsea. "I want to do the biggest playset we can find." To bring that vision to life, the DeBoers partnered with King Swings, known for premium, custom-designed vinyl swing sets made in the USA. Built for lasting backyard memories, King Swings' luxury sets were a perfect match for the DeBoers' bold, family-focused design. They selected the Cosmic Launcher, one of King Swings' largest and most dynamic sets. Designed with something for everyone, the set features four slides, a crawl tunnel connecting a ball pit and clubhouse, swings, monkey bars, a cargo net, and easy access points. Clear plastic tops on the sidewinder slide and tunnel add a unique visual appeal, while a railed-in area enhances functionality and charm. As King Swings continues on its mission to inspire adventure and memories, the Rock the Block feature marks a major milestone of growth for the brand. From residential swing sets to fully customizable playgrounds made with premium American-made materials, King Swings proudly offers complete layouts for families across the country. The brand has even built sets for local and international celebrities, professional athletes, including the Philadelphia Eagles players, which selected King Swings for their families. "As King Swings continues its mission to inspire adventure, creativity, and lasting memories, this HGTV feature marks a meaningful milestone," said Elmer King, CEO of King Swings. "We've always believed in building playsets that spark imagination and joy. Seeing one of our sets on Rock the Block was a proud and surreal moment for our team." "Being featured on Rock the Block is more than recognition—it's a reflection of how far we've come and where we're headed," King adds. "We're honored to be part of family backyards coast to coast." More details on King Swings and the Cosmic Launcher Swing Set can be found at About King SwingsKing Swings is the ultimate premium backyard play brand. As a family-owned brand with over 35 years of experience, King Swings is on a mission to elevate play and spark imagination for the whole family. Rooted in the Amish tradition of unmatched craftsmanship, King Swings blends modern aesthetics with time-honored craftsmanship and premium materials. Every swing set and playhouse is hand-built, customizable, and professionally installed — offering a seamless experience from design to delivery. With thousands of 5-star reviews, partnerships with the Philadelphia Phillies, upcoming HGTV coverage, and much more on the horizon, King Swings isn't just building swing sets; they're redefining backyard adventure. Website: Feature Details: and Cole DeBoer Rock the Block Home Details: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE King Swings
