Sophia Michaels
The marriage of Christina Hall and Tarek El Moussa came to an end following a dramatic 911 call in 2016. Many fans of HGTV were surprised to see the former couple continue their professional collaboration after the fallout, which included several uncomfortable interactions as they navigated co-parenting.
In a conversation with E! News, Tarek reflected on that chaotic day when he left home armed, attributing his actions to mental health struggles and testosterone medication. Christina, worried for his safety, alerted the police, although Tarek later clarified he intended to protect himself from wildlife. Just seven months later, they announced their separation.
The decision to keep filming their popular HGTV show “Flip or Flop” added further tension to their dynamic. During a 2018 interview with “Today,” Tarek mentioned that continuing the show was more beneficial than abandoning it. Their post-divorce interactions on the series were often strained, with both admitting they grappled with lingering resentment. The awkwardness persisted even after the series concluded.
Discussion About Tarek El Moussa’s Dating Life Was Uncomfortable
Tarek admitted that he carried a lot of anger toward Christina long after their breakup, suggesting that filming together was not ideal. In an interview, he stated, “I was upset that she left me… It took a big toll on our family.” Their interactions were scrutinized, particularly a December 2019 incident where they shared an awkward embrace that many interpreted as a performance for the cameras.
Despite maintaining a cordial front, Christina once openly commented to People that they didn’t discuss their personal lives. Although she wasn’t dating anyone initially, once she started her relationship with Ant Anstead while filming resumed, she took an interest in Tarek’s romantic adventures. When she found out he had a date, Christina jokingly asked about the woman, to which Tarek expressed annoyance over her questions.
Tarek El Moussa Later Regretted a Heated Outburst
In 2021, TMZ reported a dramatic incident where Tarek erupted at Christina while on-set. Allegedly, he called her derogatory names and belittled her achievements, suggesting her success was due to him. Eyewitnesses claimed he ended by shouting, “The world knows you’re crazy!”
This emotional outburst came after Tarek was triggered by Christina’s social media activities. He was reportedly disturbed by her sharing about using Bufo toad venom, concerned about her well-being as a mother of their children. The tension was further highlighted during a 2022 reunion of Selling Sunset, where Heather Rae El Moussa seemed to allude to Tarek’s remarks without directly addressing them, sparking more speculation.
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While discussing his dynamic with Christina Hall, Tarek El Moussa shared on E!’s “Daily Pop” (as reported by Page Six) that collaborating with an ex can be challenging. He noted, “We had an incident where some heated words were exchanged… I’m sure we both wish it didn’t happen.”
Frequent Design Disagreements
During a 2018 episode of “Flip or Flop,” titled “Tri-Level Flip,” Christina Hall expressed her frustration when Tarek El Moussa dismissed several of her design suggestions. After failing to convince him on a fireplace update, she confessed, “At this point, I’m just agreeing with Tarek because I’m super frustrated.” Tarek’s resistance continued, further prompting Hall to storm off after yet another disagreement over house exterior designs. She later questioned if his behavior was due to her new relationship, but Tarek clarified that it was unrelated. He committed to improving their collaboration in the future.
In the series finale of “Flip or Flop,” Tarek rejected Hall’s suggestions for pool renovations, leading to her surprise announcement about quitting the show. Hall expressed her fatigue over having to convince Tarek of her ideas, stating, “It’s more gratifying for me to design for someone who is truly invested in their home than to do these flips.”
Soccer Conflict Needing Tarek’s Mediation
In May 2022, tensions flared at one of Brayden El Moussa’s soccer games, as captured in photos published by Daily Mail. Heather El Moussa approached Christina, sparking a confrontation that required Tarek to intervene by leading Heather away. Reports indicate that a heated exchange occurred between Tarek and Josh Hall, which was diffused by Brayden’s coach. Christina later provided insights on the situation via Us Weekly; she emphasized their shared commitment to co-parenting.
Shortly after the soccer game incident, Brayden underwent emergency surgery, prompting Christina to reflect on family priorities. She shared on her Instagram, “Sometimes a scary situation can be a good wake-up call… what matters is the kids.” A few months later, Heather acknowledged her struggles with integrating into Tarek’s world due to his history with Christina, stating, “I felt like I was always second… you always kind of think of the ex.”
Tarek’s Awkward Remarks About His Relationships
Hitting the spotlight before fans knew of their new show, Tarek El Moussa, Heather El Moussa, and Christina Hall appeared together in a video that sparked mixed reactions. Sporting matching outfits, Christina and Heather humorously claimed to confuse each other’s names, attributing it to their similar looks. Tarek chimed in with a brief comment, adding to the awkwardness of the situation with, “Well, I guess it is confusing.”
While some viewers praised their humor and camaraderie, others found the moment uncomfortable.
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Christina Hall’s Controversial Video with Josh and Heather
Many viewers found the recent video unsettling. Comments like “This is so strange,” and “It’s all about publicity,” flooded in. Christina later revealed to “Today” that the footage was actually a promotional piece for her upcoming HGTV show, “The Flip Off.” In this series, she and Josh will compete against Heather and Tarek to see who can gain the most from a house renovation.
In addition to this video, Christina, Tarek, and Heather produced several quirky clips. One featured Tarek showing off a paparazzi shot of Heather and Christina’s soccer clash as his phone’s wallpaper. Another promo displayed Heather playfully slapping Tarek after he pretended to confuse Christina with her.
This awkward video came shortly after Christina and Josh’s divorce announcement, which led to Josh being excluded from the cast. Set to the tune of Garfunkel and Oates’ “You, Me and Steve,” the video shows Christina humorously jumping in to surprise Heather and Tarek while they hold hands.
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