There is some drama brewing over at Home & Family. After being fired from the Hallmark Channel daytime show, Cristina Ferrare is now defending her replacement host Debbie Matenopoulos.
The news of Ferrare’s exit came seemingly out of nowhere earlier this month. Alongside Mark Steines, she had been co-host of the current program since 2012.
Since the news broke, many have criticized Hallmark Channel for hiring Matenopoulos only because she’s younger than Ferrare. Earlier this week, Maria Shriver said she was “ticked off” that the network fired Ferrare because she was “too old.” While this hasn’t been confirmed, Ferrare did recently post a picture of herself and Matenopoulos, saying she cares about the new co-host and the decision was only business.
Take a look at Maria Shriver’s video and Ferrare’s post below:
What do you think? Do you think Hallmark fired Ferrare for being “too old”? Do you like Debbie Matenopoulos as the new co-host?
Wow, what a family. Mama gets too old, prays too much, too old fashioned, so they kick mama out of the house and replaces her with a bratty cousin. So grateful I am not in that family. Hallmark should know mama is the glue that holds the family together. I used to think highly of Hallmark but no longer.
It’s ‘Home and Family’ and Christina brought that cozy and homey aspect to us everyday where Debbie just doesn’t have it and can’t fulfill that role. I am no longer recoding the series either.
I used to love H & F, but I won’t watch it anymore. I liked Debbie when she did segments on the show, but I don’t like her as a co-host. The show just seems forced and awkward now. Too bad, because it used to be a lot of fun. Bad call, Hallmark.
What a huge mistake. I no longer am drawn to watch H & F at all…………….
it isn’t the same without Christiana. I can’t believe anyone would make this decision. I hope your ratings go down the drain. Someone at the helm is not all ‘there’.
I totally agree with you Ann. Woody Fraser is the person responsible for his insane decision to fire Cristina for being “too old”. The big wigs at the Hallmark need fire him for being too old. He is WAY older than Cristina. I will not watch any Hallmark channel or buy Hallmark merchandise in the future.
Hallmark I have been a hugh fan of your channel for quite some time but am so unhappy with your decision to remove Christina from the Home & Family Show and because of your decision I have chosen to no longer spend my time watching this program. Christina was genuine and brought a warmth to H&F like no other. I liked the other members but Christina, in my opinion, was the glue that made the program a success. It is simply impossible to verbalize the degree of my frustration and disappointment in this programing decision. Shame on you!
The shows I prefer to watch now that Christina has left H$F : The Andy
Griffith show, Lingo, and Dr. Oakley, Yukon Vet. Thanks a lot Hallmark Channel.
Christina brought balance to the show. When others (no name) were unbelievable or teasingly fake, Christina could always smooth things out and keep the show going. If balance and fairness actually exist, Christina and Debbie will co-host a show together in the future.
Whenever i think of Hallmark, i think of Christina. Debbie does not fit what Hallmark stands for in my opinion. I just see someone who wants attention brought to her “gym guy arms”. Not very Hallmark. However, she would be good at advertising weights and gym equipment. You disappointed me Hallmark. Christina was it for sure!! Debbie can’t hold a candle to Christina. She made me happy and put me in a good mood each day. Debbie doesn’t do that for me and in the words of Shark Tank……for that reason, I’m out!! Bye bye Hallmarks. I’m boycotting your 2016… Read more »
Won’t watch show again till Cristina comes back!
I started watching Home & Family August 2015, when I got laid off from my job. It was a great show, and enjoyed Christina and Mark. I’m very sadden to find out Christina will not be back. The show will never be the same. She brought such class to the show, she was real, and dressed so beautifully. I loved her decorations and cooking. Hallmark, I hope you know what your are doing. Christina, I wish you the best at whatever you decide to do next. Remember God got you ALL the way. Love you Christina
Don’t watch Home and Family any more. Something is missing. Oh, I know….Christina Ferrare.
I like Debbie and think she is doing a great job. I will still watch home and family. Mark stop bashing Kim
Each and every morning I use to look forward to watching “Home and Family Show,” not anymore. Why in the world would the network change something that worked, is beyond me. In my opinion they should have replaced the “Oh I’m so cool” attitude of Mark Steines instead of the “Class and People Oriented” talent of Christina Ferrare. I cringe when Debbie Matenopoulas speaks, she comes across as a “Know it all,” And every time she talks about that kid of hers, she spills tears, get over it girl, kids grow up. NO MORE HOME AND FAMILY FOR ME. If… Read more »
I have quit watching Home and Family since Christina left. She was so sincere and warm and made it feel like it truly was a family show. While Debbie is nice and I’m sure dedicated there is no comparison to when Christina worked with Mark. I am truly not one to watch talk shows but I was drawn in when I saw the sincere relationship between Mark and Christina. Christina was so inspirational as a host.a mother and a human being. I’m sure the loss of myself as a viewer will not have a great impact on their ratings but… Read more »
I have watched the show because it helped me to be find a peaceful place after losing a son in 2013. Christina has such a calmness about her and I looked forward each day to watching. My daughter looked her up for me because I was constantly asking, why is she not back? I thought she had taken a vacation until I just read what really happened! I use to be a happy person but it is so hard for me now since my firstborn loving son is no longer here.I try for my others but they too are and… Read more »
Nothing against Debbie M but she can’t replace Christina. Sorry to say I won’t be watching H&F from now on. Ill miss it but it was totally unfair for them to fire Christina. She was such a natural on camera. Loved her on the show.
I CAN NOT STAND DEBBIE !!!! The WORST choice Hallmark could have made! If you want to fire someone ,it should be Woody!!!
Dear Sheila,
I feel exactly the same. The suits at the Hallmark Company better do something about this fiasco and fire Woody Fraser.