T.J. Holmes and Amy Roach are reportedly pitching their own show idea to ‘Ellen’ producers and welcoming more coverage about their romance.
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An insider told Page Six that the couple has been “aggressively” pitching their new show idea to the producers since they want to remain in the news and profit from their chemistry. “It’s easier for them to pitch a show if they stay in the news, and they think they’re rock stars. They’re selling their chemistry,” the source explained. Additionally, the insider said they believe their show would be a big hit, just like their time on Good Morning America.
However, the source said the deal they received from ABC isn’t sustaining them, and they need to get back to work eventually. “They sold this brother/sister chemistry. Now, they’re selling sex. Whatever deal they got from ABC is not going to sustain them,” the source continued.
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As previously reported, the couple was fired from “GMA3” in January after attending mediation talks a month after their scandal was exposed in December. ABC allegedly accused Robach and Holmes of several forms of misconduct, which included Robach allegedly having liquor in her dressing room. She was accused of appearing intoxicated following a College National Championship football game.ABC was reportedly dissatisfied with the scandal and claimed the couple should’ve disclosed their relationship with executives to prevent further issues. However, the company agreed to give the anchors their payouts before departure.
As for Holmes’ ex-wife Marie Fiebig allegedly feels disrespected and disappointed by the relationship.
“It’s a relationship that is going strong. [Marilee] knows he’s definitely not coming back. She feels disrespected because they are all over each other in photos and she’s hurt because she sees it’s the real deal and knows now he’s not going to reconcile with her.”
Fiebig’s lawyer released a statement regarding that statement and said Holmes disrespected her due to his behavior.
“During the holiday season and in light of the challenging times, Marilee’s sole focus has remained on the overall best interest of her 9-year-old daughter. To that end, T.J.’s lawyer and I have been working together to move their divorce forward privately, expeditiously, and as amicably as possible. Notwithstanding, we continue to be disappointed by T.J.’s lack of discretion, respect, and sensitivity toward Marilee and the party’s daughter. Marilee has been touched by the outpouring of support and looks forward to a new beginning in this new year.”
Robach and her ex-husband are reportedly not on great terms because of her romance with Holmes. “He wants nothing to do with her leaving GMA and her being with T.J. He’s taking it hard because the whole thing has been so messy,” an insider said.