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HSN concluded its nearly 50-year presence in Florida with an emotional final broadcast on June 25, marking the end of an era as it prepares to relocate to Pennsylvania. Hosts expressed gratitude for their experiences, with Rebecca Vargas highlighting her career journey. The final show reflected camaraderie among the team, with co-hosts sharing memories and honoring their legacy. As the network transitions, several popular hosts will depart, signaling a new chapter aligned with Qurate Retail’s strategic direction.
St. Petersburg, Florida – HSN concluded its nearly 50-year presence in Florida with an emotional final broadcast on June 25. The broadcast marked the end of an era as the network prepares to relocate to West Chester, Pennsylvania, as part of its parent company Qurate Retail’s new strategic direction.
Rebecca Vargas, one of the show’s hosts, expressed her feelings during her farewell moment at the St. Petersburg studio, stating that it was a special occasion for her. Vargas, who joined HSN just a year and a half ago, described her time at the network as the height of her career. She took to Instagram to share a clip of her last moments in the studio, emphasizing her gratitude for the opportunity to conclude this chapter.
As HSN transitions, several popular hosts will depart, including Natasha Lloyd, Helen Keaney, Amy Morrison, Lynn Murphy, Marlo Smith, Valerie Stup, and Michelle Yarn. Bobbi Ray Carter, who has been with HSN for over 40 years, has announced her retirement at the end of this year. Meanwhile, remaining hosts following the move will include Sarah Anderson, Debbie Denmon, Adam Freeman, Nicole Hickl, Tamara Hooks, Tina Jennings, Emily Lampa, Ty Mayberry, Callie Northagen, Suzanne Runyan, and Siaoming Wong.
The relocation aims to align with Qurate Retail’s vision of focusing on live social shopping, integrating HSN within the larger QVC Group rebrand. While HSN and QVC will operate as separate brands, this strategic shift signifies a significant change in how the network intends to engage with its audience.
During her final broadcast, Vargas honored her colleagues and the studio crew, conveying deep appreciation for their hard work and commitment throughout the years. The atmosphere in the studio reflected a strong sense of camaraderie, as various co-hosts and colleagues, including Jennifer Chan and Giuliana Rancic, acknowledged Vargas’s poignant farewell, sharing their supportive messages and personal memories with her.
Vargas’s sentiment that “it’s not goodbye but see you soon” encapsulated the family-like environment fostered among the HSN team. This emotional farewell resonates not only with Vargas but with the entire network, as many staff and hosts reflect on their journeys and contributions to HSN’s long-standing legacy in Florida.
HSN, which began operations in Florida in 1977, has become a household name, providing shopping entertainment and a platform for a variety of products. The final broadcast marks a notable shift in the network’s storied history as it embarks on a new chapter in Pennsylvania.
This transition represents both a conclusion and a new beginning, as HSN shifts its operational base while continuing to forge connections with its loyal audience. The final broadcast was a tribute to the network’s extensive history and the community it has built over the decades, leaving audiences with cherished memories and anticipations for what lies ahead in its new home.
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