The essential episodes of Celebrity IOU
Watch these 10 in order and you've got Celebrity IOU — each pick states its reason.
- 01
Brad Pitt's Gifting a Backyard Pad
Brad Pitt recruits Drew and Jonathan Scott to help him surprise his friend and makeup artist of 30 years by renovating her detached garage. They turn her 400-square-foot unit into a showstopping guest suite, makeup station and storage area.
- 02
Mandy Moore's Backyard to Remember
Mandy Moore is returning the love to "Ce-Ce," a woman who has been deeply ingrained in her life for the past 15 years. Mandy is calling on Jonathan and Drew to create the ultimate outdoor oasis for family get-togethers and backyard BBQs.
- 03
Wanda Sykes gives thanks to her honorary niece, Amber, whose family has been an integral part of Wanda's life. Now, Wanda's partnering up with Jonathan and Drew for a bedroom and bathroom refresh in a house that's been in Amber's family for generations.
- 04
Danny Trejo's Backyard Domination
Danny Trejo pulls out all the stops to surprise his ex-partner turned best friend, and her family. "Machete" with the help of Jonathan and Drew transform a wasted space backyard garage into the perfect, multifunctional getaway.
- 05
The king of skateboarding, Tony Hawk, teams up with Jonathan and Drew to carve out the ultimate hangout and work space for his friend of 10 years. With subtle odes to their love of skateboarding, the team aims to maximize the potential of a small garage.
- 06
Mira Sorvino's Mighty Makeover
Mira Sorvino enlists Jonathan and Drew to help breathe new life into the home of someone she considers a sister. Plumbing problems have forced the family to move out, so Mira steps in to repair and transform this generational home.
- 07
Can Joel McHale Get Emotional?
Joel McHale expresses his deep gratitude to his family's beloved "LA Grandma"; ever the comedian, he brings his signature humor and reveals a softer side, including a few tears.
- 08
Shaun White Goes for Reno Gold
Shaun White takes a break from the slopes to surprise his childhood best friend with a renovation of his new home; with Jonathan and Drew, the three upgrade the dated kitchen and living room to create minimalist sophistication.
- 09
Jane Seymour Opens Her Heart and Home
Jane Seymour surprises a cherished friend who has become an extension of her family; with the help of Jonathan and Drew, Jane aims to doctor up her friend's backyard into a space for entertaining.
- 10
Tyra Banks is Smizing her way through a renovation for her best friend from junior high; Tyra shows off her design chops with Jonathan and Drew's help, highlighting the awesome beauty of her friend's mixed-style home.
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