Attention-seeking or proud parents? HGTV's Heather and Tarek El Moussa face backlash for oversharing baby pics
NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA: If you're an HGTV fan, you've probably heard of Heather Rae and Tarek El Moussa, the dynamic duo who flipped houses for years before landing their own TV show. But if you've been following them on social media, you'll know that they've been busy with a different kind of flip lately: flipping parenthood! Back in January of this year, Heather and Tarek welcomed their first baby together into the world, and they were quick to share the news with their fans. They posted an adorable picture of their newborn, along with the happy news that the baby was healthy.
Since then, the El Moussas have been sharing every step of their parenthood journey with their followers, from sleepless nights to diaper changes to the baby's first smile. But not everyone is thrilled with the constant updates. Recently, Heather shared a picture of their baby boy, Tristan, who had just turned two months old. While some fans were delighted to see the little one's progress, others accused the couple of being 'attention-seeking' and posting pictures only when they had magazine articles to promote.
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The world can't get enough of baby Tristan, the newest addition to the HGTV power couple, Tarek and Heather El Moussa's family. At first, the couple hesitated to share pictures of their little bundle of joy, but now they're proudly sharing their journey with their fans. While some adore watching Tristan grow up before their eyes, others have criticized the couple for seeking attention. Despite the criticism, Heather recently shared adorable pictures of Tristan turning two months old on Instagram. In the photos, Tristan was seen with his father and sister, cradled in a blanket by his big brother. The pictures were taken in the hospital, and in the second photo, we see little Tristan in a sunny yellow onesie next to a handwoven calendar that proudly marks two months. Heather's caption on the post is enough to make anyone melt: "My whole world. Can't believe it's already been 2 months... I love our little El Moussa family." It's clear that the couple is over the moon about their new arrival, and who can blame them? Having a baby is a life-changing experience, and sharing that joy with others is a natural instinct.
'It’s all about the $ for them'
Fans were quick to crowd the comment section of the post. One user said, "I would make money while I could too!", while another pointed out, "Do not like this attention-seeking stunt". One also called them out for not sharing pictures of baby Tristan earlier. They said, "Why are you showing him off now? ughh" Another user said, "Still not cool" while another added, " huh the things we do for fame and $$$" One comment really stood out. They said, "Yeah but you had to wait a month to show him to your followers because of the magazine articles. Still not cool. Now of course, you won’t stop showing him. I guess your love bubble only lasted until article published."
Why has Heather Rae not been 'called back' for Selling Sunset' Season 7?
Even though 'Selling Sunset' Season 7 is officially being filmed, there's one familiar face who may be noticeably absent from the cast this time around. Heather Rae Young, the show's beloved real estate agent and new mom, recently revealed that she has yet to receive a call back to film for the upcoming season. During a recent appearance on E! News with her husband Tarek El Moussa, Heather expressed her frustration about the situation. "I've been off maternity leave and I've been excited to get back to work, and so far I have not been called back," she explained. It's a disappointing turn of events for the 35-year-old, who has been with the show since the very beginning. Heather has been a key player in 'Selling Sunset's success, and her absence from the upcoming season is sure to be felt by fans. She's been with the show since the pilot, and her chemistry with co-stars like Chrishell Stause and Mary Fitzgerald has made her a fan favorite. Even her husband Tarek acknowledges her importance to the show, calling her an "O.G." during the E! News appearance. What's particularly interesting about this news is that Heather had just returned from maternity leave, having welcomed her son Tristan earlier this year. Many are left wondering if her absence from the upcoming season has to do with her recent leave.