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| Farr returned to Toronto in 2008 after a divorce. She was signed as a co-host of ''Love It or List It'' by the W Network, Big Coat Productions and Corus Entertainment, along with ].<ref name=notable>{{cite web|url=http://notable.ca/hilary-farr-redirect-anger-and-be-grateful-for-the-bad/|title=Hilary Farr Redirect Anger and be Grateful for the Bad|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170703145655/http://notable.ca/Hilary-Farr-Redirect-Anger-and-be-Grateful-for-the-Bad/ |archive-date=3 July 2017|website= Notable.ca|date=17 May 2013|access-date=13 August 2014|url-status=dead}}</ref> The show was broadcast on ] and ]. In Spain, the show was broadcast with a dual soundtrack on ]. | Farr returned to Toronto in 2008 after a divorce. She was signed as a co-host of ''Love It or List It'' by the W Network, Big Coat Productions and Corus Entertainment, along with ].<ref name=notable>{{cite web|url=http://notable.ca/hilary-farr-redirect-anger-and-be-grateful-for-the-bad/|title=Hilary Farr Redirect Anger and be Grateful for the Bad|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170703145655/http://notable.ca/Hilary-Farr-Redirect-Anger-and-be-Grateful-for-the-Bad/ |archive-date=3 July 2017|website= Notable.ca|date=17 May 2013|access-date=13 August 2014|url-status=dead}}</ref> The show was broadcast on ] and ]. In Spain, the show was broadcast with a dual soundtrack on ]. | ||
| Farr also served as a judge on W Network's ''Search for the Next W Expert 2010''. In 2011, she made a number of guest appearances at the Canadian International Interior Design Show, hosted in the cities of ], ] and ]. She also made guest appearances on '']'' and is a regular contributor to the '']''.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.huffpost.com/archive/ca/entry/hilary-farr-quick-study_n_1148681|title=Hilary Farr's Holiday Decorating Tips: Quick Study|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211106221731/https://www.huffpost.com/archive/ca/entry/hilary-farr-quick-study_n_1148681 |archive-date=6 November 2021|website= |
Farr also served as a judge on W Network's ''Search for the Next W Expert 2010''. In 2011, she made a number of guest appearances at the Canadian International Interior Design Show, hosted in the cities of ], ] and ]. She also made guest appearances on '']'' and is a regular contributor to the '']''.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.huffpost.com/archive/ca/entry/hilary-farr-quick-study_n_1148681|title=Hilary Farr's Holiday Decorating Tips: Quick Study|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211106221731/https://www.huffpost.com/archive/ca/entry/hilary-farr-quick-study_n_1148681 |archive-date=6 November 2021|website= HuffPost Canada|date=14 December 2011|access-date=6 November 2021|first=Rebecca|last=Zamon}}</ref> | ||
| In June 2014, Farr was a guest and design expert along with ] and '']'' pundit and journalist Amy Tara Koch at the Art Van Furniture convention in Orland Park and ], ].<ref>{{cite web|date=27 May 2014|title=HGTV Love It or List It Star Hilary Farr To Solve Design Dilemmas At Art Van Furniture In Orland Park On Thursday, June 5|url= |
In June 2014, Farr was a guest and design expert along with ] and '']'' pundit and journalist Amy Tara Koch at the Art Van Furniture convention in Orland Park and ], ].<ref>{{cite web|date=27 May 2014|title=HGTV Love It or List It Star Hilary Farr To Solve Design Dilemmas At Art Van Furniture In Orland Park On Thursday, June 5|url=https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/hgtv-love-it-or-list-it-star-hilary-farr-to-solve-design-dilemmas-at-art-van-furniture-in-orland-park-on-thursday-june-5-260766291.html|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140714155139/http://www.fox8live.com/story/25618741/hgtv-love-it-or-list-it-star-hilary-farr-to-solve-design-dilemmas-at-art-van-furniture-in-orland-park-on-thursday-june-5|archive-date=14 July 2014|website=]|type=Press release}}</ref> | ||
| In 2016, Farr appeared in ]'s stage version of ''Sleeping Beauty'' at the ] in Toronto, in the role of Malignicent.<ref name=maga /><ref>{{cite web|first=Brad|last=Wheeler|url=https://www.theglobeandmail.com/arts/theatre-and-performance/theatre-reviews/shameless-hawking-aside-elgin-theatres-sleeping-beauty-is-amusing/article33183141/|title=Shameless hawking aside, Ross Petty’s Sleeping Beauty is amusing|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170210032917/http://www.theglobeandmail.com/arts/theatre-and-performance/theatre-reviews/shameless-hawking-aside-elgin-theatres-sleeping-beauty-is-amusing/article33183141/ |archive-date=10 February 2017|website=The Globe and Mail|date= 2 December 2016|url-status=live}}</ref> (Although the character is more commonly known as ], she was renamed "Malignicent" for this production.) | In 2016, Farr appeared in ]'s stage version of ''Sleeping Beauty'' at the ] in Toronto, in the role of Malignicent.<ref name=maga /><ref>{{cite web|first=Brad|last=Wheeler|url=https://www.theglobeandmail.com/arts/theatre-and-performance/theatre-reviews/shameless-hawking-aside-elgin-theatres-sleeping-beauty-is-amusing/article33183141/|title=Shameless hawking aside, Ross Petty’s Sleeping Beauty is amusing|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170210032917/http://www.theglobeandmail.com/arts/theatre-and-performance/theatre-reviews/shameless-hawking-aside-elgin-theatres-sleeping-beauty-is-amusing/article33183141/ |archive-date=10 February 2017|website=The Globe and Mail|date= 2 December 2016|url-status=live}}</ref> (Although the character is more commonly known as ], she was renamed "Malignicent" for this production.) | ||
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British-Canadian designer, businesswoman, television host and actress
| Hilary Farr | |
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 Hilary in 2012 | |
| Born | Hilary Elizabeth Labow Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Nationality | British-Canadian |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 1972–present |
| Notable credit(s) | Love It or List It (2008–present) |
| Website | www |
Hilary Farr (née Labow) is a British-Canadian designer, businesswoman, television host and former actress. She is known as the co-host of the HGTV and W Network television series Love It or List It with David Visentin. She is president of Hilary Farr's Designs, established in Toronto and in New York City.
Early life
Farr was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and grew up in London, England, UK. She took an interest in theatre and was introduced to interior design by helping her mother to decorate her childhood home.
Career
Farr moved to Los Angeles, where she bought various properties and renovated them. She worked at part-time jobs, renovating homes as well as various film and television show sets. Acting under the name Hilary Labow, Farr made small appearances in Layout for 5 Models (1972), Sex Farm (1973), Never Mind the Quality, Feel the Width (1973), Legend of the Werewolf (1975), The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975), City on Fire (1979) and The Return (1980). She also performed a singing role in Grease in London in 1973. In the early 1980s, she had small parts in television sitcoms.
Farr designed and renovated properties in Australia, the United Kingdom, California, New York and later Toronto. She renovated homes for notable celebrities, including Jenna Elfman's home and Jennifer Hudson's loft in Chicago.
Farr returned to Toronto in 2008 after a divorce. She was signed as a co-host of Love It or List It by the W Network, Big Coat Productions and Corus Entertainment, along with David Visentin. The show was broadcast on HGTV and W Network. In Spain, the show was broadcast with a dual soundtrack on Divinity.
Farr also served as a judge on W Network's Search for the Next W Expert 2010. In 2011, she made a number of guest appearances at the Canadian International Interior Design Show, hosted in the cities of Toronto, Edmonton and Vancouver. She also made guest appearances on The Marilyn Denis Show and is a regular contributor to the Huffington Post.
In June 2014, Farr was a guest and design expert along with CNN and USA Today pundit and journalist Amy Tara Koch at the Art Van Furniture convention in Orland Park and Chicago, Illinois.
In 2016, Farr appeared in Ross Petty's stage version of Sleeping Beauty at the Elgin Theatre in Toronto, in the role of Malignicent. (Although the character is more commonly known as Maleficent, she was renamed "Malignicent" for this production.)
In 2017, Farr co-founded Rules of Renovation, a real estate investment seminar series held at locations across North America for aspiring investors.
Personal life
Farr married Canadian TV producer Gordon Farr in 1982. They had one son, Josh Farr. The couple divorced in 2008.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | Layout for 5 Models | Monique | |
| 1973 | Sex Farm | ||
| 1973 | Never Mind the Quality, Feel the Width | Gina | |
| 1975 | Legend of the Werewolf | Zoe | |
| 1975 | The Rocky Horror Picture Show | Betty Munroe | |
| 1979 | City on Fire | Mrs. Adams | |
| 1980 | The Return | Lee Ann |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | The Greatest American Hero | Erika Van Damme | 1 episode |
| 1984 | We Got It Made | 1 episode | |
| 2008–present | Love It or List It | Co-host | Actress/Designer |
| 2010 | Search for the Next W Expert 2010 | Judge | |
| 2012–2014 | The Marilyn Denis Show | Herself | Celebrity judge and guest (6 episodes) |
| 2012–2014 | Steven and Chris | Herself | Celebrity guest (6 episodes) |
| 2012 | ETalk | Herself | Celebrity guest (1 episode) |
| 2013–2014 | George Stroumboulopoulos Tonight | Herself | Celebrity guest (2 episodes) |
| 2013–present | Brother Vs. Brother | Herself | Celebrity judge |
| 2014 | Fox News Channel | Herself | Celebrity guest (1 episode) |
| 2014 | Makeover Manor | Herself | Celebrity guest (1 episode) |
| 2014 | You and Me this Morning | Herself | Celebrity guest (1 episode) |
| 2014 | HuffPost Live | Herself | Contributor |
| 2015 | This Hour Has 22 Minutes | Herself | Celebrity guest (1 episode) |
References
- Lambe, Stacy (15 May 2013). "Hilary Farr On Mean Homeowners, Hoarders, And Famous Homes She'd Love Or List". VH1 Celebrity. Archived from the original on 27 December 2014. Retrieved 27 December 2014.
- DeMara, Bruce (26 May 2016). "'Love It Or List It' host the new villainess in Ross Petty panto". Toronto Star. Archived from the original on 3 December 2016.
- ^ Maga, Carly (23 November 2016). "Sleeping Beauty brings fresh faces to fighting fairies". Toronto Star. Archived from the original on 3 December 2016.
- "Hilary Farr Redirect Anger and be Grateful for the Bad". Notable.ca. 17 May 2013. Archived from the original on 3 July 2017. Retrieved 13 August 2014.
- Zamon, Rebecca (14 December 2011). "Hilary Farr's Holiday Decorating Tips: Quick Study". HuffPost Canada. Archived from the original on 6 November 2021. Retrieved 6 November 2021.
- "HGTV Love It or List It Star Hilary Farr To Solve Design Dilemmas At Art Van Furniture In Orland Park On Thursday, June 5". WVUE (Press release). 27 May 2014. Archived from the original on 14 July 2014.
- Wheeler, Brad (2 December 2016). "Shameless hawking aside, Ross Petty's Sleeping Beauty is amusing". The Globe and Mail. Archived from the original on 10 February 2017.
- "Rules of Renovation". Scam Sites. Archived from the original on 14 September 2019. Retrieved 6 November 2021.
- Raga, Pippa (10 February 2021). "'Love It or List It' Star Hilary Farr Is a Grandma — What's Her Love Life Like?". Distractify. Retrieved 18 August 2021.
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External links
| Love It or List It franchise | |
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