HGTV's Drew Scott Mourns Passing of Wife Linda Phan's Mother

Celebrities and fans offer condolences after Drew Scott announces his mother-in-law's death.

Feb. 6, 2026 at 8:39am

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HGTV star Drew Scott took to social media to share the heartbreaking news that his wife Linda Phan's mother has passed away. Scott expressed his grief and paid tribute to his mother-in-law, describing her as a "beautiful, kind and selfless" person whose "laugh was infectious." Celebrities, fellow HGTV personalities, and fans flooded the comments with messages of condolence and support for Scott and his family during this difficult time.

Why it matters

Drew Scott and his wife Linda Phan have been open about their personal lives, including their marriage and the birth of their two children. This tragic loss is sure to deeply impact the family, and the outpouring of support from the HGTV community and fans highlights the empathy and care that exists within the entertainment industry and among viewers.

The details

In his Instagram post, Scott shared that his mother-in-law, referred to as "Habu," was "taken from us far too soon." He expressed feeling "helpless" in trying to comfort his wife and her family, but said that memories of the "beautiful times" with Habu will live on. Scott also noted that he will miss Habu not being there to see his and Phan's children, Parker and Piper, grow up.

  • Drew Scott announced his mother-in-law's passing on Thursday, February 5, 2026.

The players

Drew Scott

An HGTV star known for the "Property Brothers" series, who is married to Linda Phan.

Linda Phan

Drew Scott's wife, whose mother has passed away.

Parker and Piper

Drew Scott and Linda Phan's two children.

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What they’re saying

“What a loving soul through and through. May we always remember and feel the love she shared.”

— Jonathan Scott, Drew Scott's twin brother (Instagram)

“So very sorry. ❤️❤️”

— Viola Davis (Instagram)

“Our hearts are with you, so sorry to hear this, praying for Linda and the family 🤍.”

— Leona Lewis (Instagram)

The takeaway

This tragic loss for the Scott family highlights the importance of cherishing loved ones and the support that can come from the entertainment community and fans during difficult times.