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Is MaryBeth retiring?

Blackeyedsusan — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 17:30:15 GMT

Just had a pop up video on FB with MaryBeth but I cannot hear any volume (no matter what I try) so I was wondering if she may be retiring?

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

geezerette — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 17:34:41 GMT

https://community.qvc.com/t5/Q-Talk/Mary-Beth-Retires-in-March-2025/m-p/8479012#M305500

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

icezeus — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 18:30:03 GMT

Yes, she is retiring. Not until early next year. It was a really nice video. I wish her all of the blessings and enjoyment in the next chapter in her life.

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

beckyb1012 — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 18:33:24 GMT

Said she wanted to retire in August but the Q. talked her into staying until March. Her grandchildren will be thrilled.

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

ECBG — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 18:35:06 GMT

I hate we are losing one of the best!!!!

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

cheriere — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 18:56:05 GMT

I'll sure miss her too! She's a class act!❤️

However, I'm happy she'll be able to spend more time with her family. She's certainly earned it.

Thank you all for posting this information. I hadn't yet heard.

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

Toots711 — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 19:04:00 GMT

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

cheriere — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 19:12:39 GMT

@Toots711

Thank you for posting this for us.😃❤️

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

wagirl — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 19:37:36 GMT

Well good for her---but still a long ways away. She is a good host, but sure she is looking forward to retirement.

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

BlueFinch — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 21:38:18 GMT

I'm excited for Mary Beth to begin new adventures. I bet the final months will feel like an eternity, though. Sounds like she's, more than ready, for retirement. Good for her.

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

soozer — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 23:25:14 GMT

What's QVC without MBR? When we see KL back with diamonique, it really illustrates to me how important a great host is .... i know i watch now with no sound for many hosts and i never did that before. Many hosts who are not new, do not even come close to the pros like MBR or KL. I know things change and i too retired on my own terms so i send best wishes to MBR. i hope QVC has a plan; the over 50 and fab marketing plan is not the answer IMO.

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

2sisters — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 23:29:58 GMT

I haven't watched the Q in a long time but when I did she was my favorites. She is professional and down to earth.
Thank you for posting this @Toots711!

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

Tissyanne — Sat, 15 Jun 2024 17:59:56 GMT

Congratulations to Mary Beth on her retirement. I have always enjoyed her as a host through the years.

I think she should have stuck with her plans to leave QVC in August. I remember when I told my employer I was retiring, they tried to get me to extend, and even work part time. I left when I originally intended, and it was definitely the right choice for me.

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

pdlinda — Sat, 15 Jun 2024 02:43:28 GMT

@Tissyanne Same with me. I couldn't wait to start this new chapter of my life. After 25 grueling yrs working in the court system, I was out the door exactly when I said I would AND I refused to have any "fanfare"...no party, no gifts.

I had a wonderful career and kept many mementos of the work I did and that was enough for me! Never looked back.

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

sunshinestory — Sat, 15 Jun 2024 16:04:29 GMT

Mary Beth is retiring March 21, 2025 according to her announcement. She said she wanted to retire in August, but the Q asked her to stay till March. I can see why she wanted August, because that is when she turns 65.

I, also, can see why the Q asked her till March. They need everyone through the holidays as hosts. Then they can hire someone for her to start training before she leaves in March. I did not take the extension when I retired, neither did my husband. The Q must have treated her to extend.

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

Bassman Rick — Sat, 15 Jun 2024 16:34:43 GMT

QVC won't be the same without MBR. Let's just hope PJD stays around a little longer. QVC definitely will not be the same without these two beautiful hosts.

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

bells4me — Sat, 15 Jun 2024 22:44:38 GMT

Good for her but why wait till March. Q is hiring so maybe they want her to train. I have watched her since 1990 so it's her time. Now if Jane, Leah, Jayne & Rick wouuld just follow suit. I still enjoy Pat & Rosina, the rest can go.

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

cody2 — Sun, 16 Jun 2024 19:56:45 GMT

@bells4me wrote:
Good for her but why wait till March. Q is hiring so maybe they want her to train. I have watched her since 1990 so it's her time. Now if Jane, Leah, Jayne & Rick wouuld just follow suit. I still enjoy Pat & Rosina, the rest can go.

@bells4me Just because you can doesn't mean you should.

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

bonnielu — Sun, 16 Jun 2024 19:59:35 GMT

Easily one of my favorites. Sorry to see her go.

Re: Is MaryBeth retiring?

RetRN — Sun, 16 Jun 2024 20:10:07 GMT

She should have left in August as were her wishes. She would have been able to spend Thanksgiving and Christmas with her young family and made more memories with them. Those moments pass quickly and you can not get them back. I was also asked to remain on longer when I retired and said no.