Highlights
- Get ready to be moved by Mandy Moore’s heartwarming surprise for her beloved nanny on Celebrity IOU.
- Mandy describes Celina as a superhero in their lives, leading her to take on the backyard renovation project herself.
- Mandy’s involvement in the project shows her genuine gratitude for Celina and that simple gestures matter most.
Grab your tissues and your tool belt because Mandy Moore is about to take you on an emotional rollercoaster you didn’t see coming. The This Is Us star, known for making us weep with her heartfelt performances, is now rolling up her sleeves and getting her hands dirty on Celebrity IOU. And trust us, you won’t want to miss a minute of this heartwarming episode.
The 40-year-old actress joined forces with Property Brothers Drew and Jonathan Scott to surprise her kids’ beloved nanny, Celina, with a backyard transformation that will leave you in awe.
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Mandy Called Her Kids’ Nanny A “Surrogate Parent”
“Celina is a nanny, a chef, a surrogate parent, a house manager—I mean, she literally does everything and anything in our lives,” Mandy gushes in an exclusive first look with PEOPLE. “I feel like I wouldn’t be able to get through a single day without her.”
With such high praise, it’s no wonder Mandy wanted to do something extraordinary for Celina, who has been nothing short of a superhero in their lives.
Mandy is married to Taylor Goldsmith, the lead singer of the band Dawes. The couple tied the knot in an intimate backyard ceremony in November 2018, and it’s been a whirlwind of love and family ever since. They welcomed their first son, Augustus “Gus,” in February 2021, followed by their second son, Oscar “Ozzie,” in October 2022.
The couple is currently expecting their third child, a baby girl, which will surely add even more joy to their growing family.
Mandy Joined In During The Backyard Project
Mandy’s deep appreciation for Celina goes beyond words, so she decided to show it by getting involved in the renovation herself, she explained in the clip. Even though Celina is someone who rarely takes time for herself, Mandy said she was determined to give her the gift of relaxation—a backyard oasis where she can unwind after taking care of everyone else.
In the exclusive look, Mandy isn’t just there to smile for the cameras—she’s fully immersed in the work. Mandy picks up an angle grinder, ready to tackle the tough stuff.
“Using the angle grinder was definitely one of the harder things I’ve been asked to do on this project,” she confesses. “It was terrifying seeing the sparks fly and making sure I was cutting it at the right angle.” But Mandy isn’t one to shy away from a challenge, and she handles the tool like a pro, all while keeping a smile on her face.
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Jonathan captures the moment, snapping photos as Mandy confidently cuts through the material, embracing the hands-on experience. “I’m learning as I go,” the actress added, clearly enjoying the process. “But it’s fun, and you feel accomplished.”
Watching Mandy pour her heart into this project for someone who means so much to her family is a reminder that, even in Hollywood, it’s the simple gestures of gratitude that matter most.
So, whether she’s acting, singing, or grinding away on a home renovation, Mandy continues to prove that she’s a star both on and off the screen. And this time, she’s shining even brighter for Celina, the unsung hero of her household.