HGTV star Cristy Lee is back! But this time she’s not fixing cars. Instead, she’s applying her unique talents to personalizing clients’ homes with custom amenities in a brand new show called Steal This House.
Learn more about her in HGTV’s Cristy Lee Biography.
HGTV Cristy Lee on new show Steal This House
HGTV’s Steal This House premiered on July 9, 2022, and it’s truly awe-inspiring to see automotive expert Cristy Lee working on homes—fabricating metal parts for fireplace surrounds and kitchen hoods, or repurposing wood to create a unique 3D map.
Another surprise Cristy has in store for her fans is the filming locations. Steal This House was filmed in Detroit, Michigan, including Canton, Royal Oak, and Grand Blanc, all near the Motor City. Previously, All Girls Garage and Garage Squad—the shows that put Cristy in the spotlight—were filmed around the Chicago area.
Steal This House isn’t the first HGTV show to feature Detroit homes, however. HGTV’s Bargain Block has also restored homes on Detroit’s west side. But that said, the show did include the Leland community for a while—something they regretted doing in the snow.
According to Cristy, Detroit is her “home” and she feels that her “roots run deep in this state for so many reasons,” both professionally and personally. “My adulthood, my professional career… it all happened here. I have Michigan to thank to Detroit for so many great things in my life,” she added.
Overall, she takes great joy and pride in helping homeowners (on a budget) see things “a little differently” through her experience in real estate and home improvement.
Eagerly awaiting the show’s premiere, Cristy shared on her FB, “I am so proud of this show and so grateful for the amazing production team, the incredible homeowners/clients (well done Tim and Melissa), the hardworking contractors, and those closest to me behind the scenes who have supported me along the way.”
HGTV Cristy Lee Net Worth
HGTV’s Cristy Lee boasts a net worth of approximately $2.5 million as of 2022.
This expert on all things cars and motorcycles began her journey after making a bold move from Daytona Beach to Detroit after college to invest in real estate. She then broke into the industry as a radio DJ and soon pursued her passion for motorsports and has been featured on FOX, NBCSN, ESPN, SPEED, ABC and CMT as a motorsports expert.
But her career really took off after she joined All Girls Garage as a host in 2017. Additionally, her popularity skyrocketed when she joined Garage Squad in 2019. Unfortunately, a year later, rumors spread that the show’s executives were trying to cut costs by removing Cristy from the show, and Cristy actually left the show that year.
However, Cristy also had an appendectomy in March 2020, so it’s possible she just needs to take a break from TV for a while to recover.
Prior to the shows mentioned above, Cristy has also appeared on screen in Celebrity IOU: Joyride (2021), Shift Talkers (2020), Best of Top Gear (2019), TORC: The Off-Road Championship on NBC Sports (2014), Tunnel of Fire (2013) and Wild On… (1997).
Prior to pursuing a career as a motorcycle expert, Cristy worked as a reporter at Olympia Entertainment, Greater Media Detroit – 101.1 WRIF, Gail & Rice, and Feld Entertainment.
Additionally, she is a talent manager for Powerful Image Productions and a brand ambassador for companies such as Kawasaki Motors Corp, Dana Incorporated, and Stanley Black & Decker.
Regarding education, she attended Daytona State College.
Did you know: Cristy’s official website sells autographed posters of her for $15.
Is HGTV’s Cristy Lee Married?
That’s right, HGTV’s Cristy is married. Unfortunately, she and her husband Oliver Gooden divorced in late 2015. It was reported that Oliver was the one who filed for divorce in August of that year.
Speaking of her ex-husband, Oliver is seven years her junior. Last we checked, he was the chief investment officer at CG Advisor Network. Prior to that, the Southern New Hampshire University grad was a regional director at Steben & Company, Inc. for four and a half years.
We already know who Cristy is dating.
What is Cristy Lee’s real name on HGTV?
HGTV Cristy Lee’s real name is Cristy Lee MacCoy.
She took her ex-husband’s surname “Gooden” after their marriage.
HGTV’s Cristy Lee Family
HGTV’s Cristy Lee credits her success to her family; especially her father, Barry MacCoy.
According to the star, Cristy spent her childhood running around a greenhouse filled with orchids, a swimming pool, and a rock waterfall—all of which her father built and designed himself. Some days, he even took her for rides on his dirt bike, where she rode behind the gas tank as a toddler. So you can connect the dots about where she inherited her passion.
Additionally, Barry runs a local auto import shop where he specializes in auto repair.
Cristy’s mother, Jean MacCoy, a native of North Providence, Rhode Island, turned 72 in September 2022. Barry was just 68 at the time.
The last time we saw them, Cristy’s parents were married. Over 36 years, in fact! Their dream car back then was a Porsche 991.
Interesting Facts: Cristy’s grandfather, Henry A. Pezza, passed away on January 31, 2015, at the age of 89. He served honorably in World War II and after retiring, he and his wife, Catherine, moved to Florida around 1980.
HGTV Cristy Lee Height
HGTV Cristy Lee stands just under 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm) tall.
Related FAQs
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How old is Cristy Lee from HGTV?
Cristy was born on October 21, 1977. That means she is 44 years old in 2022.
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Where is HGTV’s Cristy Lee from?
She is from Huntsville, TX.
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Is HGTV’s Cristy Lee on Instagram and Facebook?
Yes, find her on Instagram @cristylee09, Facebook @CristyLeeOfficial and Twitter @cristylee09.