HOT MIC HGTV Star Nicole Curtis’s Show Canceled After Saying ‘Fart N-Word’ On Set

Nicole Curtis is facing major backlash after being caught on a hot mic allegedly using a racial slur while filming, a moment that quickly derailed the planned return of her long-running home renovation series.

According to reports, the incident occurred during production, when Curtis was unknowingly still being recorded. A clip of the audio surfaced online, and the fallout was swift. HGTV moved quickly, canceling her show Rehab Addict the same day it had been scheduled to return from hiatus.

The abrupt decision shocked fans of the series, which had built a loyal following over the years for its focus on restoring historic homes and Curtis’s hands-on renovation style. The network has not released an extensive public statement detailing its reasoning but reportedly acted immediately following the controversy.

Curtis later addressed the situation in comments to TMZ, apologizing and stating that the word was “wrong and not part of my vocabulary.” She expressed regret over the incident and acknowledged the seriousness of the language used. However, in the age of viral clips and zero-tolerance corporate policies, the response from the network appeared decisive.

The controversy has reignited broader conversations about accountability in media, the consequences of offensive language, and how quickly networks respond to protect their brand image. While some supporters argue that context matters and that individuals deserve room for growth and correction, others say there is no excuse for the use of racially offensive terms, regardless of circumstance.

For Curtis, the incident marks a significant turning point in a career that had been defined largely by renovation success and a strong on-screen persona. Whether this signals a permanent end to her presence on the network or a temporary setback remains unclear.

For now, what was meant to be a comeback for “Rehab Addict” has instead become a cautionary moment about the power of hot mics — and the very real consequences that can follow.