The most wonderful time of the year at QVC isn’t complete without a giant dose of gratitude.
As the shopping network’s program hosts, vendors, designers and team of employees work around the clock to offer a wide variety of gifts for shoppers this holiday season, many are taking the time to celebrate Thanksgiving and share what they are most grateful for.
“Being a part of the QVC family has changed my life,” fashion designer Lawrence Zarian exclusively shared with Us Weekly. “Knowing that something I’ve designed, with my amazing team, has helped a woman feel beautiful and love who she sees in the mirror? That’s the best gift of all.”
For beauty boss and Q50 ambassador Mally Roncal, the past year has been filled with change — and new shows! As the end of the year approaches, the self-proclaimed positive preacher can’t help but feel thankful.
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“Living in gratitude is how I roll and man, 2025 did not disappoint!” she told Us. “There are so many amazing blessings that I am grateful for.”
In celebration of Thanksgiving week, Us asked some of QVC’s biggest stars to share what they’re grateful for. Keep reading to see their heartfelt responses:
Jill Martin: Founder of By Jill Martin
“This year, I’m especially thankful for the incredible community of Warriors who continue to inspire me every day. Launching The Warrior Effect on the Today show — and seeing people across the country come together for early detection and empowerment — was one of the most meaningful moments of my life,” Martin told Us. “I’m grateful for my team, my QVC family and every person who has wrapped themselves in one of our sherpas and shared their stories with me. This year reminded me that comfort, connection and purpose truly change the way we look at the unimaginable.”
Shawn Killinger: QVC Program Host
“I’m thankful for my wine opener, hot flashes that keep me cozy, Martha Stewart coming on my “50+ & UnFiLterED” podcast, John Legend singing me happy birthday, British accents, my husband who anchors my crazy, my daughter who is my person and that time Elton John invited me to his home in London,” Killinger told Us.
Mary DeAngelis: QVC Program Host
“This holiday season, our greatest gratitude is reserved for our son and daughter-in-law, now home from their assignment,” DeAngelis proudly told Us. “We extend our heartfelt thanks to the brave men and women serving around the world, whose dedication protects the freedoms we cherish. We honor and deeply appreciate our nation’s veterans, holding their service and sacrifice close to our hearts.”
Rick Domeier: QVC Program Host
“Thanksgiving has a way of slowing life down just enough to be grateful for the good stuff — the family moments, memories and milestones that can sneak past me while I’m busy kicking off a QVC Today’s Special Value,” Domeier told Us. “Memories that have aged better than anything in my wine rack. The first bike rides, the big home run, the buzzer beater, the family getaway to Aruba. And the heartfelt gratitude that comes when boys become young men, and in 2025, decide to ‘pop the question.’ This year, gratitude isn’t just a feeling, it’s the story that’s just beginning.”
Mally Roncal: Host of QVC’s ‘50 and Fabulous’ and ‘Inside Q With Mally’
“QVC is my home, and I am so honored to have Over 50 and Fabulous to cohost with Shawn Killinger every Friday night at 8 p.m. Then, wow, the universe really showed off when QVC gave me my own show on Thursday nights called Inside Q with Mally. It is now my home on Thursday nights and I love that the customer joins me to have so much fun and shop!” Roncal told Us. “My family is my everything, and Phil and I have the gift of having three amazing teenage girls. Watching them grow and thrive and treat people with love and kindness is something we value and love more than words can say!”
Roncal continued, “I am the queen of preaching about midlife and all the amazing things that come with it. That said, not everything is amazing and for that, I started hormone replacement therapy this year, which truly changed my life and made me feel more like myself. See you later, hot flashes!!!”
Melissa Epps: QVC Guest Host and Lifestyle Expert
“This year, my heart is just so full of gratitude. I’m thankful for the amazing QVC community that honestly feels like family and for all the laughter, connection and kindness we share every single day,” Epps told Us. “It’s a big milestone year at home for my husband and me with five kids — two getting ready to graduate from college and two from high school — and we couldn’t be prouder. I’m also so grateful for the chance to travel and make memories with dear friends that I’ll cherish forever. But most of all, I’m thankful for good health, true friendships and the love of family — the things that really matter most.”
McKenzie Westmore: Founder of Westmore Beauty
“I’m feeling especially thankful this year! First, for my amazing husband, with whom I just celebrated 10 wonderful years of marriage. I’m so proud of my son, who graduated from AEMT school and is now serving in Las Vegas. I’m grateful to have my parents nearby after their recent move to Las Vegas, bringing our family even closer,” Westmore told Us. “Professionally, I’m thankful to be partnering with The deFIANT, who helped take Westmore Beauty to new heights with the incredible launch of one of my favorite products, the Pout Perfector. I’m also celebrating 10 years on QVC, where I had the joy of working with Rick Domeier for the first time — his live, jaw-dropping reaction to 60 Second Eye Effects was truly priceless!”
Lawrence Zarian: Founder of BEAUTIFUL By Lawrence Zarian
“I am so grateful for these past two years with QVC! Not only has it been a dream come true, designing BEAUTIFUL clothing for women of all ages, shapes and glorious sizes, but for meeting so many new friends at the Q. Friends, that are truly becoming family,” Zarian told Us. “What I love the most is how loyal our QVC customers are to their favorite brands and now, how some of them are willing to give “BEAUTIFUL” a shot and try something new with the pieces they already have! The good news is that once they’ve ordered something of mine, get it home, try it on, feel the quality of the fabric and notice the care and attention that goes into the figure flattering fit and design, it’s in that moment they don’t just fall in love with what they’re wearing — they FEEL BEAUTIFUL in a different way. I LOVE that. Honored!”
Justin Sochovka: QVC Program Host
“I have so much to be thankful for this year. I married my partner of five years, we welcomed our first nephew into the family and we were lucky enough to travel to some incredible places,” Sochovka told Us. “This Thanksgiving, my husband, Nick, and I are hosting 19 of our loved ones — family, friends and fellow QVC hosts. I’m especially grateful for all of the delicious food we were able to pick up on QVC, which will make hosting a crowd feel effortless and enjoyable! Wishing everyone a happy and healthy Thanksgiving!”
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John Battagliese: QVC Program Host
“This Thanksgiving, I’m so grateful for the community I’ve found at QVC. My fellow hosts have shown me what real support looks like, and our vendors — Kim Gravel, Mally Roncal and so many others — bring such warmth and joy to every show,” Battagliese shared with Us. “I mean, I’ve gotten to become BFFs with Kathy Hilton!!!???? But most of all, I’m thankful for our customers. They’ve welcomed me from day one and made this new chapter feel like home. I am grateful for that every single day.”
