Status: FAMILY OWNED (2025 Revival)
A Houston family featured on the 2025 ABC revival lost their home, beloved grandmother, and family cat in a devastating house fire. Probably should have led with this: this family lost everything that mattered in one terrible night.
Total Loss
The fire took everything from this family, not just their home and possessions, but also the lives of their grandmother and pet cat. They were left with nothing but each other. As someone who documents these stories, their situation was among the most heartbreaking of any I’ve covered.
Rebuilding from Ashes
The Extreme Makeover team, led by hosts Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin, helped the family rebuild both their home and their lives. Community volunteers rallied to give this family a fresh start.
Memorial Elements
The new home incorporated thoughtful memorial elements to honor the grandmother who was lost, ensuring her memory would remain part of the family’s daily life. That’s what makes the 2025 revival approach endearing to us who remember how impersonal some of the original builds felt.
Last verified: January 2026
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