‘SNL’ Alum Leslie Jones Takes Aim at Vacation Rental Disasters in New HGTV Series ‘Roast My Rental’

Leslie Jones, an alumna of "Saturday Night Live," is set to host a new HGTV series titled "Roast My Rental," premiering on July 24. The show will feature Jones, known for her direct comedic style, alongside renovation expert Jasmine Roth, as they tackle problematic vacation rental properties. The series aims to address the disconnect between online listings and the actual guest experience, with Jones calling out design flaws and Roth implementing renovations. Jones stated that she has extensive experience with rentals from her years as a touring comedian and has encountered a wide range of property conditions. The show's premise is designed to help owners improve their struggling rentals, transforming them from poorly reviewed spaces into desirable destinations. "Roast My Rental" will highlight issues such as awkward layouts, outdated decor, and questionable design choices that lead to negative guest experiences. The competition format will involve Jones providing critiques before Roth designs and executes transformations, tapping into the competitive nature of the short-term rental market.