Christian lifestyle brand creators Chip and Joanna Gaines find themselves at the center of another controversy following the debut of their reality competition series “Roller Jam” on Magnolia Network.
The show, which premiered last year, features ten roller skating teams competing for a $150,000 prize in an elimination-style format.
The Gaineses serve as executive producers of the program, with Joanna also appearing as a judge in the series finale.
The competition has drawn significant attention from LGBTQ media outlets.
Gay culture magazine “Out” described the show as “the LGBTQ+ roller skating reality show we never knew we needed.”
Jordin Sparks hosts the competition series.
The singer, who has been described as a “strong Christian,” performed at the GMA Dove Awards last year alongside the band For King and Country.
Sparks has also demonstrated public support for LGBTQ causes.
She has participated in GLAAD’s #SpiritDay campaign supporting LGBTQ youth and has performed at pride events.
She has also worked with the Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida.
The show’s judging panel includes Johnny Weir, a former Olympic figure skater who currently works as an LGBTQ activist.
Weir appears on the program wearing women’s dresses and clothing throughout much of the competition.