QVC’s Kerstin Lindquist Speaks Out Amid Shock Exit From Network
It’s the end of an era for Kerstin Lindquist, who is exiting QVC after 13 years with the shopping network. She got emotional during the December 28 episode of Saturday Morning Q. Lindquist reflected on her more than a decade run to co-host Alberti Popaj. “It’s all been so good,” she said.
“I think some of the funniest times we’ve had have been when we can’t stop laughing where we’ve had to walk off set,” Lindquist reminisced. “The Halloween shows are always my absolute favorite as well.”
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She went on to share how some of her favorite times happened during the pandemic, adding, “We were trying to stay on the air for you and how we could still be together for you because that’s what this show is all about and we did it.”
Lindquist expressed gratitude to the crew, as well as how much she’d miss the viewers. “ Every Saturday, I got to sit with you,” she said tearfully. “We got to have almost like a talk show and we could feel you guys out there. … I’m going to miss that family feeling with our viewers every morning.”
Lindquist initially announced the news of leaving QVC during a December 21 Instagram post. She wrote, “After a prayerful year God has led me to such a time as this. It’s time for me to step back from my position at QVC. It’s time for me to have more time for my teens & family. It’s time for God to make a greater impact through me by focusing on faith & wellness in women’s lives.’
She continued, “I make this move with all the love in my heart for QVC. When I decided to come to QVC more than 13 years ago, it was because of the way I was able to connect with you in an honest, vulnerable manner, unlike any other job in TV or retail. You were with me when we brought home my son, lost my mom, moved to be missionaries and all the heartbreak and joy in between. This is more than shopping, it’s a relationship, and we will always be family. This is more than shopping, it’s a relationship, and we will always be family…”
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This bitter-sweet moment isn’t quite the end for Lindquist on the network. She still has a few more shows to do into January 2025 before fully cutting the cord. During a blog post, Lindquist revealed her next moves. A busy plate of projects that includes working on her “StRest” podcast, health coaching, speaking at conferences, and a two-book deal with Zondervan/Harper Collins. She joins another QVC star Jennifer Coffey, who announced in November her departure at the end of the year.
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Yes. Talking over each other is problematic especially with Susan Graver. She’s constantly talking over the show hosts. It must be difficult for them to describe details when they can’t finish a sentence without her constantly interrupting them.
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What does that have to do with Kiersten Lindquist leaving the show??? And furthermore the people who bring their brands to QVC are the reason QVC is successful!!! If you don’t like Susan Graver then turn the channel!
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I stop watching Susan Graver because I couldn't hear the host , do you thinks it's anxiety ?
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I am hooked on the Q. But it's getting to be tooooooomuch talking over each other. I really am not that interested in Kerstin . She seems to be a bit elitist. To my way of thinking, she should bring it down a notch or two. Also getting tired of Alberti.
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Then turn the channel! Stop criticizing people! You don’t have to like them but don’t bash them!! You have other choices so use them!
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Stopped watching a while ago. Can't take Shawn and the Friday night show and other hosts who talk over one another and carry on. Have sent back many items because you can't get an accurate description of the product while they are clowning around. The show is not the same as it was. There were some really good host who didn't think the show was about them.
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I totally agree.
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I’m upset that QVC is letting these two hosts go overJane Treacy! No one talks more than her! I can’t stand watching any show she’s on! Immediately turn it off and if I shop on line I also mute her voice. I understand her husband has a job at QVC and I suppose this is why she’s still there! Carolyn, Dan and these two should have stayed and Jane gone! QVC is ruining their programming by letting their beloved hosts go……
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Both Kerstin and Jenn quit - they were not let go. It's been many, many years since Jane's husband worked there. She remains because she is one of the top sellers, and that's what the company cares about the most: Sales!!
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I agree. Jane is the worst host. She is always talking about herself and her daughters. Years ago I was watching one of her shows in the wee morning hours with a nice vendor who did carvings. She was rude to him. I rewatched the video as I had taped it and then I wrote to QVC. The poor vendor could hardly speak and when he did, she shouted “let me speak” rudely. It was ridiculous. Anyone else would have been fired for what she did. I will not watch any presentation she gives.
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I always found it odd that to do this show you lie for a living to sell, alot of the products are junk, she being well versed in God and doing a show like this always made me wonder why she was doing it. Now she can find peace. All the best to you.
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Tough job based on cultivating a following from the get go. Kirsten made every effort to sell herself to a fan base that would ensure her tenure which seems to be the name of the game.
Problem is that self promotion based on a "What I do for you", premise is realized by viewers and can be off putting. Leah seems to be a natural at mass appeal. Shawn seems to be very thirsty to put her stamp on her presentations and again, risks appearing to be about HER brand vs the overall task.
There may be no way to avoid this road as without, maybe each host would only last a few plus years. It's a horse race it seems. Not for the faint of heart.
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Why is this newsworthy? She's a host/salesperson for a home shopping network. Someone please help me understand this nonsense. Many real hardworking people retire/leave their jobs daily and they don't get a news article about it. This is ridiculous.
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I feel the same about Jane Treacey. She never stops talking and it's always about her and her girls and not about the product.
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I think Dennis Brasco is always touching the Models and talks and interrupts the Women I can’t stand him.
Quit touching these Women .
Someone needs to say something I am sure the models hate it as well.
Happy New Year everyone.
God is Good. Mary
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Glad to see her go, now she can look at herself in her home mirror and not the monitors.
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The hosts have to listen to producers in their ears, watch the monitors to keep with items being sold etc. They ALL do it! They are not looking at themselves! They stay very focused on the item they are promoting and don’t miss a beat! Can’t do this if you are focusing on yourself!
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Bye. Not a fan. Happy to see her go.
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I lost interest in QVC long ago. The hosts are so rude--always talking at the same time, always interrupting each other--just way too much chatter. Jane is always telling personal stories which annoys me--just sell the product. Nancy says "right?" with every sentence-- which also drives me nuts. I wish I had a dollar for every time she says that word. Make her stop!! Susan Graver is constantly interjecting nonsense, "It's great...you'll love it..." Just shut up and let the host describe the product. The only graceful person on QVC is Valerie Parr Hill. She is soft spoken and gracious, she stops talking when the show host rudely interrupts her with unnecessary chatter. She has class that nobody else there comes close to. Kerstin was always interrupting Alberti. So glad that is over. Somebody needs to teach all the hosts some manners.
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Also Jane Tracy talks to much overdoes it she puts on a act trying to please much
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She's married to a higher up. That is why she's still there. She NEEDS to go. She is AWFUL!!
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I really think the big difference is that so many viewers form relationships with these hosts...they watch them everyday and get to know them as a person with family and children. They go through fun times and hard times with these people. So I think they are not just in sales( which I know is the point) but they mean a lot to these people who are older, homebound, introverted or in other situations where they don't have physical relationships with people. So these salesmen make a lot of people happy and make them feel a part of something. I don't know if you can understand that or not. They inspire people and I think it takes a special person to be able to touch people that way while also doing their job.
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Shawn with those big round colored glasses! I can’t stand it I changed the channel! Look in the mirror! It’s a big distraction. Please management do something with this.
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👏👏👏😁😁😁😁 FINALLY GOOD BYE.
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My Saturdays just got happier. I’m not sure why she’s getting all this publicity. Perhaps her book publisher’s PR is trying to set up her book sales? Its curious 🤨
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Wow, such hate filled comments. Just change the channel if you don't like
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Not impressed with her she kept looking at herself on monitors what's the big deal on her leaving
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Susan Graver won't stop talking. The show hosts have to talk over her, or they'd never get to talk!
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Jane Brown and Gary Gobin, and David are the only hosts I really like. Can't stand Susan G., Mary D., Jane Tracy, or Shawn. All very egocentric people who never stop talking. All people who have to be the center of attention, and never mind what they're selling. I'm a big shopper there, and I tune in to the fashion shows to see what's being offered with the sound muted. I record all the fashion shows, FF through them to see something I might like, and then order on-line. The constant silly yammering just drives me nuts. And by the way, somebody please shut Dennis Basso up. He's disgusting.
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I no longer watch but I can remember from when I did I thought the same thing and it always gave me the creeps and would wonder why he was doing it‼️
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I think it’s sis time for her to go if that’s what she wants to do. I left my job too. Not such a big deal.
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Now if you can get that Nancy to leave.
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I think there is a difference between being a friendly host and being silly . Some seem to just like the idea of being on tv. The talking over each other is a major problem. The original hosts were more professional......maybe it's a generational thing but it doesn't work. QVC needs to hire better people.
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I watch usually on mute. She said she's leaving to spend time with her teens and family. Seems like she will be busier than she was. Best of luck
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I've always called her motormouth... can't stand her‼️
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Courtney is Beautiful 🤩
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They seem to get rid of the really good hosts and keep goofy ones.
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I agree. I never watch Jane Treacey, Susan Graver or Shawn. I do love QVC though and watch many other shows.
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Why is Kirsten still on QVC? It's February!
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I hate to see you go but good luck with your future endeavors you will be missed
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You should take your own advice.
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I watch QVC more than anything else - very entertaining. Obviously I’m not alone. Watch out-it’ll cost ya though!
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Seems to me that something else is going on.....
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mean people dont watch if you do not like it
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