Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas Decide Marriage Isn’t for Them
Five years after getting engaged, HGTV stars Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas have come to a surprising conclusion—they’re no longer interested in tying the knot. The couple, who gained fame through their Detroit-based home renovation show “Bargain Block,” which premiered in 2021, recently opened up about their decision during an interview with Instinct Magazine on October 25, 2023. For years, they dodged questions about evan-thomas-opens-about-wedding-plans-update/” title=”Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas Reveals, They No Longer want to get married.”>wedding plans by citing their hectic schedules. But now, they’ve decided to be upfront: marriage simply isn’t something they want.
Bynum acknowledged that this revelation might not sit well with everyone. He admitted that they’ve struggled with how to respond to the constant inquiries about when or if they’ll ever walk down the aisle.
Why Keith Bynum & Evan Thomas Are Steering Clear of Marriage
Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas first met on Match.com back in 2013 while living in Boulder, Colorado—a scenic suburb near Denver. Their relationship blossomed over time, leading them to get engaged in March 2018. Since then, they’ve built a life together filled with creativity and shared dreams—like renovating their “forever home” in Detroit and purchasing a vacation property in northern Michigan.
However, when asked about their engagement during an interview with Denny Patterson from Instinct Magazine, both seemed somewhat uneasy discussing it. Evan described the whole concept of being “engaged” as feeling rather odd.
After some hesitation, Bynum explained that people often ask them about wedding plans but he finds it difficult to convey that marriage just isn’t something they’re interested in pursuing—especially since it’s not what most people expect to hear. He emphasized that they don’t feel the need for legal validation from the state for their relationship.
Thomas echoed these sentiments by saying he’s perfectly content with where things stand between them right now but clarified he’s not entirely opposed to legal commitment either.
The couple also shared some light-hearted reasons behind avoiding a wedding ceremony altogether: Bynum joked about his discomfort at being the center of attention while Thomas admitted he’s too frugal for what he sees as an unnecessary expense.
They both agreed that legally marrying wouldn’t change much for them beyond potential tax benefits—a topic they admit they’re not fully informed on yet but are open to exploring when it feels right for them.
‘Bargain Block’ Stars Appreciate HGTV’s Supportive Environment
As one of HGTV’s few same-sex couples hosting a show—alongside other famous duos like Ben and Erin Napier from “Home Town”—Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas have carved out a unique space within the network’s lineup alongside real estate agent Shea Hicks Whitfield on “Bargain Block.”
When asked if they see themselves as role models within the LGBTQIA+ community during their interview with Instinct Magazine’s Denny Patterson—the couple revealed this is something they rarely think about because it has never been brought up by anyone at HGTV before now.
Thomas expressed appreciation towards HGTV executives who allow them complete freedom without any pressure or expectations regarding how they present themselves onscreen; there’s no attempt made by producers or anyone else involved behind-the-scenes trying either exploit nor hide aspects related specifically towards sexuality/identity issues whatsoever!
In fact—it seems like such non-issue overall according both partners—which makes working environment even more enjoyable knowing everything remains authentic throughout entire process filming episodes together each season without any added stressors involved unnecessarily complicating matters further down line later stages production cycles etcetera…
Reflecting upon progress made within broader LGBTQ+ community over recent years—from achieving marriage equality nationwide following landmark Supreme Court ruling back year 2015—to increased representation across various media platforms including television shows like theirs today—it becomes clear just how far things have come since earlier days growing up South where being openly gay wasn’t always easiest thing world according personal experiences shared previously interviews past occasions similar nature…
During Pride Month video released last year (2022), Keith even thanked fellow openly gay stars David Bromstad (“My Lottery Dream House”) Jonathan Knight (“Farmhouse Fixer”) inspiring him pursue career path ultimately led becoming successful host own series currently airing network today!