Christina Haack and Ant Anstead Team Up Again—Awkward or Heartwarming?

Christina Haack just doubled down on the whole friendly exes thing.

41-year-old Christina is back with her second ex-husband, Ant Anstead, on their shared former spouse Tarek El Moussa and his wife Heather Rae El Moussa’s HGTV competition series ‘The Flip Off’. As previously reported, Christina and Ant, who acted as a guest judge, appeared together to publicize the show.

He shared a selfie video on Instagram, which they posted with his ex-wife on February 19, saying that today was an unusual day for him. This is because he was unexpectedly asked by someone he knows quite well to join a TV show and help out. It feels strange, he added, as the person making this request is currently sitting on the couch, seemingly working but not actually doing so.

As a devoted follower, I turned my phone camera towards my ex-wife, Christina, whom I share son Hudson London Anstead, 5, with. “I strongly suggest you watch the show,” I said, “It’s called ‘The Flip Off’. It features her and another couple. Quite an awkward situation, don’t you think?

Christina Haack just doubled down on the term friendly.

41-year-old Christina Anstead is teaming up again with her ex-husband, Ant Anstead, on the HGTV competition series “The Flip Off”. Interestingly, she shares the screen with her former spouse Tarek El Moussa and his wife Heather Rae El Moussa as well.

Ant expressed in an Instagram video posted on Feb 19th, which was hours before the show was due to air, that this day felt peculiar for him. He explained that a person he knows quite well had asked him to fill in on a TV show and do them a favor. However, it feels strange because this very person is currently on the couch, acting as if she’s working.

As a lifestyle connoisseur, I’d like to subtly suggest that you should definitely catch my latest project, “The Flip Off”. This engaging series features none other than my former spouse and another delightful couple. Now, isn’t it intriguing? Oh, and by the way, our adorable son Hudson London Anstead, aged 5, is also part of this dynamic duo. So, tune in and see for yourself!

Christina made a comment about a post, “Everything is permissible in love and conflict… get ready for tonight, as #theflipoff gets even more heated!

In an HGTV advertisement for the February 19th episode, Christina – who is a mother to Taylor El Moussa, 14, and Brayden El Moussa, 9, from her previous marriage – confides in her teammate Kylie Wing that she wants Ant to appear as a guest judge on the show. She explains, “I simply enjoy stirring things up with Tarek.

It was in November when the news broke that a well-known British TV host made a guest appearance on the show “The Flip Off“. This happened approximately three months following the divorce filing of him and his wife, Christina, from Josh Hall, after two years of marriage.

In 2021, following his divorce from Christina, Ant started dating Renée Zellweger. Later, he took over the role of Renée’s third husband who was formerly estranged on the TV series.

In the promotional clip for HGTV’s “The Flip Off,” Christina offers glimpses into her personal life by discussing the evolution of her relationship with Ant, both then and now. She points out a significant shift in their dynamic following her separation from Josh.

Hudson was just one when Ant and I parted ways, and now he’s five. Over the period between his first and fifth birthdays, our communication was limited, she admitted in a private conversation. Interestingly, after Josh and I separated, I visited Hudson at his place to pick him up for a birthday party. Upon reaching the door, he warmly embraced me.

The star of “Christina on the Coast” went on saying, “For years, there hadn’t been any hugs between us. Then he said, ‘I’m truly sorry for all you’ve been through, and I’ll always be here to support you, whatever you require.’ It was a heartwarming moment, and we had a lengthy conversation afterwards. We agreed to forget past disagreements and co-parent effectively, similar to how Tarek and I do, for Hudson’s sake.

Look back at Christina and Tarek’s family tree…

Christina and Tarek welcomed their first child together on Sept. 22, 2010.

After their separation, they both took on the role of shared parents for their daughter, whom Christina once referred to as a “wise soul who can discuss profound topics about life one moment and then return to acting like a child the next.

Speaking from my perspective as a lifestyle enthusiast, I’d say Taylor possesses an extraordinary talent: the knack for engaging in captivating conversations with anyone, anytime, anywhere. She’s not just fun and intelligent, but also athletic, radiantly happy, and always manages to keep us guessing, making every interaction with her an exciting adventure.

Christina and Tarek welcomed their second child together on Aug. 20, 2015.

Apart from their eldest kid, Taylor, they’ve both been jointly raising Brayden since their divorce. In earlier times, Tarek has referred to their son as a lively bundle of energy and a boy with an enormous heart.

Tarek expressed, “There’s no way to put into words just how radiant this child makes my day.” He added, “Being his and Tay’s father is a constant blessing. Raising him and watching him grow brings me unparalleled happiness, making me the happiest dad on Earth.

Approximately one year after her separation with Tarek became public, Christina began dating Ant, a British television host, in October 2017. They made their relationship official in January 2018 – the same month that Christina’s divorce from Tarek was finalized – and got married in a winter-themed ceremony at their home in Newport Beach, California on December 22, 2018.

Christina and Ant, who is the father of daughter Amelie and son Archie with his ex-wife Louise Storey, had their first child together in 2019, a son named Hudson.

In September 2020, the pair had been wedded for under two years when they declared their separation. Nine months after that, their divorce was officially completed.

Since the split, Ant has moved on with actress Renée Zellweger.

On September 6, 2019, Christina and Ant were blessed with the arrival of their newborn son. The little guy came into the world tipping the scales at 7 lbs 7 oz and stretching out to a length of 19.5 inches.

Despite having agreed on joint legal and physical custody of Hudson following their divorce in June 2021, Ant subsequently filed for full custody in April 2022. In court papers, he alleged that his former partner spends approximately three-quarters of a month (9 full days) with their child.

Next December, my former partners and I arrived at a mutual understanding that we’d maintain shared legal and physical custody of Hudson, as indicated by the court documents procured by TopMob News.

On the Fourth of July in 2019, Tarek crossed paths with a star from the show “Selling Sunset” at a marina in Newport Beach, California. Their boats had docked next to each other, and they were both partying on them. Later in the same month, they were seen sharing a kiss on a yacht. Tarek later confirmed their relationship to TopMob News in August, stating, “I never thought I’d say this again, but Heather Rae is my girlfriend, officially.

In the summer of 2020, the pair got engaged, and they officially tied the knot on October 23, 2021, in a charming outdoor wedding ceremony situated close to Santa Barbara, California. They expressed their love for each other by exchanging marriage vows during this romantic event.

Heather is frequently called the “stand-in mother” by Tarek for his older children, Taylor and Brayden. In an earlier interview with TopMob News, she stated, “I feel as though I already have two children of my own.” She added that she’s helping raise Tarek’s children and they spend half their time together. “I’m doing a fantastic job as a bonus mom,” she said. “I love those kids dearly; I care for them as if they were my own.

On January 31, 2023, Tarek and Heather joyously ushered in their newborn son. As he entered the world, the little one tipped the scales at 7 pounds and 7 ounces.

Heather mentioned that Tristan was originally intended to be the name for Tarek, but instead, he was called Tarek by his parents.

His middle name is a nod to Heather’s dad.

Following her separation from her second spouse, Ant, in a later period, Christina started seeing Josh in the year 2021. This duo made their romance known to the world in July of the same year. In her own words, they had been an item for “several months” by then.

In the words of the star from Flip or Flop, she encountered Josh, a real estate professional, that spring when she was not in a panicked or defensive state. She had taken a break from social media, enlisted the help of a spiritual guide, and used Bufo toad venom to rejuvenate her mind, as part of an effort to reset herself mentally.

Christina and Josh got engaged that September and tied the knot on Oct. 6, 2021.

It wasn’t until Josh filed for divorce on July 15, 2024, that the exact date of their wedding became clear, with him stating irreconcilable differences as the cause for ending the relationship.

On the July 11, 2024 episode of Christina on the Coast, the process of remodeling her childhood home was revealed, which until then had kept her family background rather discrete, primarily showcasing her parents in their role as grandparents.

2019 saw her mentioning on Instagram that “our families gather – mine and Tarek’s – to enjoy Taylor’s performances at her yearly Christmas school show.

In my own words, I’d say: “I’ve noticed that a few individuals have appreciated this setup – I personally know many divorced couples, like Tarek’s parents, who do the same thing, and it truly makes life simpler for everyone. To top it off, Taylor’s eyes sparkle with joy whenever we all sit together in the same row cheering her on.

Back then, when my world was consumed by Josh’s high-profile romance with Christina, his sisters had already been shining brightly in the limelight since the 2000s – I couldn’t help but marvel at their early success!

Stacie, often referred to as “Stacie the Bartender” by some, was well-known for being the focus of Spencer Pratt’s advances during the show “The Hills.” Additionally, she made an appearance on “Vanderpump Rules,” most notably serving as one of Scheana Shay’s bridesmaids in season three.

In my circle, I’ve had the privilege of standing by my close friend Kendra Wilkinson through her various television ventures. This includes her stints on “The Hills”, “The Girls Next Door”, “Kendra”, “Kendra on Top”, and “Kendra Sells Hollywood”.

Angelique, Tarek’s older sister, is the proprietor of Latitude 33 Hair Artistry located in Anaheim, California. In an episode of ‘Flip or Flop’ from 2014, she bought one of the houses that Tarek and Christina had flipped. Furthermore, in 2019, she collaborated with her HGTV co-host brother to film a digital series.

Tarek El Moussa’s mom, Dominique, is no longer with his father, whose identity Tarek has not disclosed in public. At present, she is wed to Robert, who affectionately refers to Tarek’s mother as “the love of my life” on Instagram.

Tarek made clear in a Facebook post from November 2017 that his elder, who recently celebrated his 70th birthday, is not the one he shares a surname with.

The bond between a father and his kids is truly invaluable. I was fortunate enough to have a nurturing and inspiring dad who instilled in me the confidence that I could achieve great things in life. This photo captures our family celebrating his birthday. Reflecting on my journey, I can confidently say that I wouldn’t be where I am today without my father’s backing. His wisdom and guidance will live on as I pass it down to my own children.

During an interview with Country Living, Tarek shared that his father was brought up as a Catholic in Lebanon and later in Egypt in the Middle East. It was during his teenage years in Europe that he encountered Tarek’s Belgian mother.

2025-02-19 23:49

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