Yesterday, Hallmark Channel announced that host Cristina Ferrare would be replaced as co-host by regular contributor Debbie Matenopoulos. The cable channel didn’t specify when the change would take place.
Today, co-host Mark Steines made a quick announcement that Ferrare had left the show and that Matenopoulos would be replacing her, effective immediately. Ferrare hadn’t been on the show for two weeks and didn’t return for a send-off.
Fans of the show have been concerned if Ferrare was sick and have been wondering if the decision to leave was her decision. On her Facebook page, Ferrare confirmed that she is not sick and essentially says that she was fired. She wrote:
Okay here goes, I feel it’s important to finally step up to the plate and let you know what is happening.
First may I say that my family and I have been so thankful and appreciative for all the love, support, prayers, and good wishes you have been sending me on a daily basis for the past three weeks. It pained me so that I was unable to let you know what was going on out of respect for everyone on Home and Family and the Network. I was asked to wait and I have but now I feel I should out of respect for YOU let you know.
It’s really very simple, Home and Family will have a season 5 which I am so happy for and the Network decided that they want a new co-host and that will be Debbie. She will do a great job!
You can still reach me here on facebook and we shall continue honoring love of family and friends. I truly LOVE you all. You have been my rainbow!
What do you think? Are you sorry that Ferrare is no longer a co-host on Home & Family? Will you continue to watch? Should the show be cancelled or, is Ferrare’s replacement a good idea?
Always about the money. Put in a younger host with younger children and try to grab more younger moms.
I get it ratings and money but at least they should have had a goodbye show. Just rude without it. Though my guess is Cristina had no idea it was coming and once she was told she was going to be replaced was like fine then I don’t need to come back. As most people would do after being fired and not quitting.
Just sucks!
Not watching the show anymore it’s not the same. It’s not inviting and warm
I no longer will watch Home and Family
I know so many people that don’t have internet and don’t know why Christina left if they know where would many more letters to say they did wrong to Christina
I miss Christina She was the show ! Like Debbie but I don’t like the show as I did with Christina Christina gave a better feel of home then family then Debbie is just starting out Christina has lived a longer time to understand what it takes to be a family
I too will miss Christina, She has class and showed her love of working on Hime and Family. Debbie will do s good job( however I do think she is a little too loud for me) . The shows seems a little lacking without that beautiful smile Christina has, I guess it’s our loss
I can not tell you how disappointed I am that Christina Ferrare is no longer on Home and Family. Not only has she been around a long time but that is what makes her unique. She shows that we can age with class. She might not have the body she did when she modeled but it is refreshing to see someone who is NOT a size 4 but still a lovely person. I can not help but think she was let go because she is not young and thin. Guess what I am not young and thin anymore. I will… Read more »
I am heartbroken that Christina was let go, noting against Debbie, but they were pretty underhanded, putting it mildly!!! Christina, the Lord has something better for u!!!!Keep the faith!!!Love you, a fan!!!!
I miss Cristinas warmth and kindness she offered on the show. I do hope that old saying “something better is out there” is true for her. I have watched it from time since Debbie and Mark are now hosts, it’s still a good show. It seems more lively. I have also noticed that one of the ladies who did crafts and had her mother on with her a few times, is no longer on the show, or have I just missed her days being on. I miss Cristina, but will support the show and hope the best opportunities find Cristina.
So sorry that christina will no longer be on the program. I just thought she was on vacation. Debbie is ok but will never be able to fill Christian’s shoes. I thought she and Mark matched well. I do not know what home. & family was thinking or maybe they just weren’t
Debbie does not have half the class that Christina has. Shame on you Hallmark. You had something great but let it go. I’m turning the channel.
I am deeply saddened that Christina was Fired. My Goodness what is Wrong w U Executives. She brought humor, intelligence, cooking, good ideas and so much more. Her personality radiated warmth and appeal. Sorry Debbie does not make the grade w me.
I feel U R Idiots for letting her go
I will no longer watch home and family! It’s a sad world when you are discarded for not being 20 something
Shame on you hallmark channel!
I cant believe that Cristina has been replaced. I’ve enjoyed her for years. I’ve quit watching the show. It’s just not the same. When something works why mess with it. Bad decision Hallmark.
I miss Christina, I thought she was great for the show. Debbie is nice,but I think Christina was better. Sorry that she is gone. Have been a fan of hers since she was a model, and myself a teenager. Beautiful women. I wish her well.
I miss Critina Ferrare! Debbie is OK but i really miss Cristina and just the way she did things I think she should com
e back!