Hey there, friends! If you're a fan of Home Town, you’ve likely noticed some big changes over the seasons. Season 4 saw a notable shift when Erin and Ben Napier announced that their trusted project manager, Jonathan Walters, wouldn’t be returning to the show. But don’t worry, this isn’t the end of Jonathan's story—years later, he made a triumphant return to TV in a surprising way. Let me break it down for you.
Why Did Jonathan Walters Leave 'Home Town'?
Let’s rewind to the beginning of Home Town in April 2017. Jonathan Walters was the go-to guy behind Erin and Ben’s first home makeover. He was a key player, helping renovate 34 homes by the end of season three. But just a month after the season three finale in April 2019, Erin took to Instagram to share the bittersweet news that Jonathan was stepping away from the show.
Erin’s heartfelt Instagram post captured the moment perfectly: “He’s been our project manager on #hgtvhometown since the very first episode. The bearer of bad news and the solution opportunist—and, apparently, according to Twitter, the heartthrob of Home Town (sorry ladies, he’s married).” She went on to explain that Jonathan was moving to Florida for a new opportunity in the town where he grew up.
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In a November 2019 blog post, Erin elaborated on Jonathan’s departure and introduced the new project managers, Chase and Katie. “This season, you’re going to meet some new folks since our project manager, Jonathan, took a new opportunity in Florida. But don’t worry, Chase and Katie are stepping up big time!” she wrote. Erin assured fans that the new team was already hitting their stride and that the show would continue to deliver the quality renovations viewers loved.
Even though Jonathan stepped away from the show before the season four premiere, he remained supportive of Erin and Ben’s continued success. In January 2020, he shared an encouraging message on Instagram: “You won’t see me on any episodes of this season, but I have no doubt that Ben and Erin and the rest of the Home Town team knocked it out of the park again!”
Where Is Jonathan Walters Now?
Fast forward to February 2024, and here comes the exciting part: Jonathan made a stunning return to the world of home renovations on Home Town Takeover. Erin and Ben teased the news during an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, hinting that a former Home Town cast member would join them for season three of the spinoff in Sebring, Florida.
Erin later revealed the big news on Instagram with a selfie from the set. “Gettin the band back together! #HomeTownTakeover,” she captioned the photo, tagging Jonathan and other team members. Fans were thrilled by the announcement, with comments like, “I knew he was gonna be back!” and “Yeah Jonathan!!!! It will be so great to see him!!!”
After leaving Home Town, Jonathan moved to Florida with his wife, Gabrielle Johnson Walters, and their three sons. He now owns his own company, Royal Corinthian Homes in Fort Myers, specializing in custom home renovations. With over two decades of experience in construction, Jonathan is passionate about restoring historic homes. “It’s always cool to restore an old building,” he told Gulfshore Business in a March 2022 interview, highlighting his excitement about working on a historic home in Fort Myers.
Jonathan, who also contributes to the “Protractor Podcast,” took a break from social media after completing the big renovation project. However, his return to TV proves that his love for home renovations hasn’t faded. Stay tuned for more updates on his journey!
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