Christina Haack’s Shoutout to Ex Ant Anstead on New Show Sparks Playful Banter
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Christina Haack and her ex-husband Ant Anstead are proving that amicable exes can exist, exchanging lighthearted banter online while working together offline.
The Christina on the Coast star, 41, showed her support for Anstead’s new show over the weekend, sharing the trailer on Instagram along with a congratulatory message. “Congratulations to @ant_anstead on his new show Born Mechanic… premiering on 12/13,” she wrote, referencing the series streaming on Max and Discovery+.
Anstead, 45, responded with a playful nod in the comments: “Thank you (shout with any pointers) x.” The exchange caught fans’ attention, particularly as Anstead’s new series revolves around home renovation — a domain Haack knows well as an HGTV design expert.
Their lighthearted interaction comes after a rocky past. The former couple, who married in December 2018 and separated just two years later, famously endured a contentious custody battle over their 5-year-old son, Hudson. After finalizing their divorce in June 2021, they reached a custody agreement shortly before the case was set to go to trial.
In recent months, Haack and Anstead’s social media activity has sparked buzz about their improved relationship. Over the summer, Haack re-followed Anstead on Instagram, a move that coincided with reports of her third husband, Josh Hall, filing for divorce. Around the same time, Haack was spotted liking several posts Anstead shared of Hudson, signaling a shift toward warmer interactions.
Instead appeared to reciprocate by following Haack back in October. Their newfound camaraderie isn’t limited to social media. The pair recently reunited professionally and were seen filming together for Haack’s upcoming HGTV series, The Flip Off, on November 7 in Los Angeles.
While details of their collaboration remain under wraps, their joint appearance hints at a growing ability to work together despite their past challenges. Fans have celebrated the positive dynamic, with many noting how refreshing it is to see the former couple’s willingness to support each other publicly.
Their banter over Anstead’s new show and willingness to collaborate suggest that their focus remains on co-parenting Hudson and maintaining a healthy relationship moving forward. With both exes thriving in their careers, it’s clear they’re turning the page on old tensions — and for now, fans are loving the mutual support.
