Fired TV Host Apologizes After Controversial Video Surfaces

Nicole Curtis expresses 'remorse and regret' over use of racial slur in deleted Instagram post.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Nicole Curtis, the former host of HGTV's 'Rehab Addict,' has shared a new social media post addressing her sudden departure from the network. In the post, Curtis expressed 'remorse and regret' over a controversial video that surfaced showing her using a racial slur. Curtis claimed the video was 'stolen' and 'manipulated' but acknowledged her mistake, saying 'I am not okay with the fact that I said that.' The post received mixed reactions from her followers, with some offering support while others remained critical of her actions.

Why it matters

The controversy surrounding Nicole Curtis' use of a racial slur has led to the cancellation of her HGTV series 'Rehab Addict,' raising questions about accountability and the consequences of inappropriate language, especially for public figures. The incident highlights the ongoing need for greater awareness and sensitivity around issues of race and the power of language.

The details

According to the report, the controversial video that led to the cancellation of 'Rehab Addict' was not created for HGTV or any other show. Curtis claims the footage was 'stolen' and 'manipulated' before being sold to a tabloid. However, she acknowledges that the use of the racial slur was her own mistake, saying 'I am not okay with the fact that I said that.' Curtis also revealed that she had to have a conversation with her children about the incident, and that her youngest child told her 'you don't say that word.'

  • The controversial video surfaced online a few days ago, leading to the cancellation of 'Rehab Addict.'

The players

Nicole Curtis

The former host of HGTV's 'Rehab Addict' who has been at the center of the controversy over her use of a racial slur in a video.

HGTV

The television network that cancelled Nicole Curtis' show 'Rehab Addict' following the controversy.

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What they’re saying

“I am sorry. I am filled with remorse and regret, just as much as I was one second after that word was said 4 years ago in 2022.”

— Nicole Curtis (Instagram)

“She's devastated because she lost her job and it's ruining her reputation. No one casually says the hard er. It was casual for her. She deserves this. Do better!”

— Anonymous Commenter (Instagram)

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing need for greater awareness and sensitivity around issues of race and the power of language, especially for public figures. It serves as a reminder that inappropriate language can have serious consequences, both professionally and personally.