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American Paint Horse ‘Jewel’ becomes family treasure
on upcoming ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition

FORT WORTH—An American Paint Horse nicknamed “Jewel” sparkled brilliantly on the set of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition during the filming of a 2-hour special that ABC will air to millions of viewers around the world late this winter or early spring.

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Jewel made a grand entrance on the set of ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition with Simmons Homes founder Greg Simmons. APHA photo/Jerry Circelli
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Greg Simmons, founder of Simmons Homes, bonded with Jewel the moment she arrived. He rode the horse on the ABC Extreme Makeover: Home Edition set. APHA photo/Jerry Circelli
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Jewel was right at home in her new barn, complete with American Paint Horse Association artwork. APHA photo/Jerry Circelli
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APHA donated a 13-year-old sorrel overo mare to the family of Danna White as part of the association’s participation in the ABC Extreme Makeover: Home Edition show. APHA photo/Jerry Circelli
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