Joanna Gaines found fame on"Fixer Upper.

“Alongside her husband, Chip Gaines, she’s built a media brand.

However, their years in the spotlight haven’t passed by without controversy.

Joanna and Chip Gaines on the red carpet

Joanne Gaines said, “sometimes I’m like, ‘Can I just make a statement?'”

Now, she is finally addressing some of the issues that have arisen over the years.

This led to some of their fanbase accusing them of being racist.

Joanna and Chip on a panel

This isn’t the first time the Gaines have received accusations about social justice issues in the press.

However, Buzzfeed noted that at the time the couple didn’t comment on the accusations or the article.

“As an American white male, it’s hard to be perfectly diverse,” said Chip.

Joanna and Chip Gaines on the red carpet

It was also happening to her.

That’s the last thing I want anyone to ever feel.”

Joanna Gaines on a panel