Back in May 2013, Chip and Joanna Gaines stepped onto our screens with the pilot episode of Fixer Upper. Doug and Lacy McNamee were the first couple to step into the world of renovations with the Gaines family. This unforgettable episode not only introduced us to Chip and Joanna but also gave us a glimpse into the lives of this charming couple. So, what happened to Doug and Lacy after their time on the show? Let’s dive in and find out. Keep reading to uncover their story.
The Start of Something Special
When we first met Doug and Lacy, they were a couple who had been married for five years and were eager to start a family. Like many couples, they were searching for their dream home, but with a twist—they were focused on the Castle Heights neighborhood of Waco, Texas. Chip and Joanna, being the masterminds behind Fixer Upper, took their longtime friends on a journey through three potential homes in the area. The McNamees ultimately chose the home that required the most work, sticking to their $40,000 renovation budget. This decision wasn’t just about a house; it was about building a future together.
The day of the final reveal was filled with anticipation. Lacy admitted she was “so nervous” to see the finished product. But as soon as they stepped inside, their worries melted away. The transformation was nothing short of breathtaking. Chip and Joanna had worked their magic, maximizing the space and making the home feel larger than life. The couple was left in awe, marveling at how the Gaines duo had turned their vision into a reality.
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As the episode wrapped up, Fixer Upper gave viewers a glimpse into the McNamees’ life five months after the renovation. Lacy couldn’t contain her excitement, gushing, “We love this house! It’s one of the prettiest houses on the block now.” Their journey was just beginning, and little did they know, their lives were about to take a turn for the better.
The Next Chapter: Where Are They Now?
Their appearance on Fixer Upper was just the start of a long-standing relationship with Chip and Joanna. In June 2018, Doug was named the president of Magnolia, overseeing business operations for the company, which includes Magnolia Market, Silos Baking Co., Magnolia Realty, and Magnolia Table. This was a significant move for the couple, further cementing their ties with the Gaines family.
“Chip and I have known Doug and his wife, Lacy, for a long time, and, like most things here at Magnolia, him joining the team all fell together in a fairly miraculous way,” Joanna shared with the Baylor Bear Foundation in June 2016. “We are just really excited about welcoming him to the team and what this will mean for our company and this community that we all love.”
But life has a way of surprising us, and the McNamees decided to sell their renovated home. They lived in the house for two years before moving to Woodway, Texas, after welcoming their first child. “We put it on the market, and it sold in 24 hours,” Lacy revealed to The Baylor Lariat in February 2018. “The offers and attention we got for sure were because of the show.”
Since then, Doug and Lacy have expanded their family, becoming the proud parents of two daughters, Josephine and Maggie. Their journey from a couple searching for their dream home to a family building a legacy is nothing short of inspiring. The McNamees remind us that life is all about growth, change, and embracing every moment with open hearts.
