October 23rd 2023.
Mike Epps is a true hometown hero, and his new show on HGTV - Buying Back The Block - is his latest effort to revitalize his beloved Indiana hometown. Produced by GoodStory Entertainment, the show - premiering in November - will follow the comedian-turned-real estate investor and his wife, Kyra, as they provide renovations and interior design to the homes in his city.
The home improvement network announced the news with Epps in a shared Instagram post on Oct. 18, with Epps saying "Indianapolis is home for me, and there's nothing in the world like it. That's why I'm buying back my block."
The married couple will give back to their community through their quest to modernize and elevate their neighboring houses. The program will premiere with two hour-long episodes, as the Indianapolis native works alongside his wife to find homes needing a revamp within the city. The episodes will follow the Epps family through their renovation process, as they seek innovative updates to the homes while maintaining their character.
The properties will then be sourced back to the community, encouraging residents to buy or rent at an affordable rate. Additionally, Epps will document his journey of rebuilding his grandmother's home in the city, with the help of their construction team.
This new television program isn't the only enterprise in Indiana for the 52-year-old comedian. His Netflix show, "The Upshaws," is also set in the Midwestern state. He has even opened Indy Fresh Market, a locally-owned grocery dedicated to providing fresh and healthy foods for residents.
It's clear that Mike Epps is committed to improving the lives of those in his hometown, and we can't wait to see the results! Both Buying Back The Block episodes premiere back-to-back on HGTV, starting on Wednesday, Nov. 8 at 9 and 10 a.m. Don't miss it!
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