The WORST episodes of Celebrity IOU
Every episode of Celebrity IOU ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Celebrity IOU!
Twin brothers Drew and Jonathan Scott help Hollywood A-listers express their deep gratitude to the individuals who have had a major impact on their lives by surprising them with big, heartwarming home renovations that bring everyone to tears.
#1 - Shaun White Goes for Reno Gold
Season 10 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/30/2025
Shaun White takes a break from the slopes to surprise his childhood best friend with a renovation of his new home; with Jonathan and Drew, the three upgrade the dated kitchen and living room to create minimalist sophistication.
#2 - Patricia Arquette's Life-Changing Reno
Season 7 - Episode 9 - Aired 6/2/2024
Patricia Arquette gives back to a longtime family friend who was close with Patricia's mother and has since become an indelible figure in her children's lives. Patricia is leaning on Jonathan and Drew to help deliver a life-changing renovation.
#3 - Tiffany Haddish Returns the Love
Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/18/2022
Tiffany Haddish wants to return her best friend's unconditional love and support with the stylish home makeover she deserves. With Jonathan and Drew's help, Tiffany gets down with the demo to make sure her friend's new five-star pad is on point!
#4 - Rachel Brosnahan's Marvelous Makeover
Season 10 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/9/2025
Rachel Brosnahan is gifting a marvelous makeover to her best friend's family, a family who have been there for her since college. She challenges Jonathan and Drew to transform their outdated, yet beloved kitchen and dinning area into a chef’s dream
#5 - Sarah Silverman Breaks a Kitchen
Season 9 - Episode 3 - Aired 2/17/2025
Sarah Silverman links up with Jonathan and Drew to sneak in a renovation for her best friends. Sarah Brings the jokes and jackhammer to give a refresh to the living spaces in her friend’s dark and dated townhome.
#6 - LeAnn Rimes' Lifesaving Thank You
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/28/2021
LeAnn Rimes' friend Roger saved her life by intervening during a dark time, and now she's calling on Jonathan and Drew to help give back in a big way. Roger loves to cook, so she's turning his inadequate kitchen and deck space into an entertainer's dream.
#7 - Does Josh Gad Want to Build a Studio?
Season 10 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/23/2025
Josh Gad is surprising his college BFF with a refreshed studio and backyard entertainment space for hosting friends and family; Josh calls on Drew and Jonathan to create a space that inspires creativity and invites community.
#8 - Taraji P. Henson's Garden Surprise
Season 6 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/26/2023
Taraji P. Henson recruits Jonathan and Drew to give back to the woman she considers like a second mother. Taraji upgrades her beloved backyard into a five-star garden oasis fit for entertaining, her love of potting plants, and relaxation.
#9 - Kris Jenner's Backyard Retreat Surprise
Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/21/2021
Kris Jenner and daughters Kim Kardashian West and Kendall Jenner team up with Jonathan and Drew to surprise a family friend looking to start over. With the brothers' help, Kris, Kim and Kendall transform her backyard wasteland into a stunning oasis.
#10 - Cheryl Hines Gifts a Garage Makeover
Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/19/2022
Emmy nominated actress Cheryl Hines is showing her gratitude to her close friend of nearly 20 years with a surprise renovation. She teams up with Jonathan and Drew to transform an underused garage into a gorgeous multi-function guest suite.
#11 - Lisa Kudrow's Stunning Condo Surprise
Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/16/2022
Lisa Kudrow's cousin and best friend has been through a rough few years, but she's continued to open her heart and home to rescued pets. Lisa brings in Jonathan and Drew to update her cousin's condo into a stylish, functional and animal-friendly home.
#12 - Kevin Hart's Heartfelt Thanks
Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/5/2021
After helping him through a critical injury, Kevin Hart wants to thank his trainer and friend, Boss, by transforming his backhouse into a sleek man cave. He teams up with Jonathan and Drew to give Boss a stylish space where he can relax with friends.
#13 - Anthony Anderson's Ultimate Thank you
Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/30/2022
Anthony Anderson wants to give back to his selfless brother, Derrick, who has been busy working the front lines in the ER during the pandemic. Jonathan and Drew join Anthony in turning his brother's dated house into the modern space his family deserves.
#14 - Andy Garcia Honors a Departed Friend
Season 9 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/10/2025
Andy Garcia in honoring his late best friend by surprising his widow with a gift that will change her life. Andy enlists Jonathan and Drew to transform her home’s detached garage and backyard patio into a place where the family can sleep and entertain
#15 - Can Joel McHale Get Emotional?
Season 10 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/16/2025
Joel McHale expresses his deep gratitude to his family’s beloved “LA Grandma.” Ever the comedian, he brings his signature humor and reveals a softer side (including a few tears), to give back to the woman who has meant so much to his family.
#16 - Rob Lowe’s Brat Build
Season 9 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/3/2025
Rob Lowe joins forces with Jonathan and Drew to level up the home his dear friend and assistant of 27 years; although she’s made a few home improvements:l, Rob looks to deliver the stylish and functional kitchen and living areas she’s always wanted.
#17 - Halle Berry's Beautiful Gift for Cherished Teacher
Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/6/2022
Mega superstar Halle Berry is eager to thank her fifth-grade teacher for having a profoundly positive impact on her youth and identity. She brings in Jonathan and Drew to return the love and surprise her lifelong mentor with a luxurious home makeover.
#18 - Jay Leno's Multi-Generation Renovation
Season 6 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/12/2023
Jay Leno calls on Jonathan and Drew to help with a special gift for his dear friend, someone he considers like a son. With a newborn on the way, Jay wants to surprise the growing family with a bathroom makeover and a nursery in their century-old home.
#19 - Kyle MacLachlan's Damn Fine Surprise
Season 9 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/24/2025
Kyle MacLachlan asks Jonathan and Drew to help him surprise the woman who has been an integral part of his family's lives. He wants to use her attached garage to create an extension of her home, creating a stunning multi-purpose flex space.
#20 - Kristin Davis' Dream Home Surprise
Season 6 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/5/2023
Iconic actress Kristin Davis jumps into the world of demo and design to surprise her close friend and fellow single mom with a dream home renovation. She brings in Jonathan and Drew to give the ultimate thank-you by transforming the home inside and out!
#21 - Rosario Dawson's House Glow
Season 7 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/29/2024
Rosario Dawson is showing her immense gratitude to the person she has known since she was 19. Plans to update his unique home have gone by the wayside so she wants to take over, leaning on Jonathan and Drew's superpowers to create the ultimate surprise.
#22 - Gwyneth Paltrow's Forever Home Update
Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/12/2021
Gwyneth Paltrow says her assistant, Kevin, is more like a brother than a colleague, and she wants Jonathan and Drew's help to transform his dated condo into a stylish forever home. Together they turn its impractical layout into an entertainer's dream.
#23 - Viola Davis Delivers a Dream Home
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/27/2020
Viola Davis heads to Minneapolis to surprise her acting school roommate and best friend of 30 years with a home renovation. Viola works with Jonathan and Drew Scott to create a peaceful sanctuary where this doting mom can finally put herself first.
#24 - Anna Faris's Swanky Surprise
Season 7 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/1/2024
Anna Faris teams up with Jonathan and Drew to surprise Amanda, her BFF for the past 24 years. Anna wants to show her immense gratitude with a swanky kitchen and dining room transformation that boasts a hidden speakeasy bar.
#25 - Goldie Hawn Goes Overboard for Friend
Season 9 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/10/2025
Goldie Hawn goes overboard for her very close friend turned family who has been by her side for four decades. Goldie calls on Jonathan and Drew to help create a stunning transformation of the kitchen and living areas, along with a much-needed pantry.