Andy Cohen and the Bravo network have settled a lawsuit from former Real Housewives star Leah McSweeney. The deal was announced on Friday. The terms are private.
McSweeney sued in February 2024. She said the show's bosses pushed her to drink and made her alcohol problem worse. She later claimed Cohen and Bravo ran a media campaign against her.
The case would have been the first Bravo trial with a cast member. Her lawyer told the New York Post that his client is pleased with the result.
π The Backstory
The Real Housewives shows follow wealthy women through their personal lives. Producers often encourage conflict because it draws viewers.
Reality TV has faced many claims about drinking and mental health. Stars have said long filming days and pressure to create drama made them unwell.
Bravo and Cohen have denied the claims. Cohen also hosts Watch What Happens Live and is a face of the network.
π― Why It Matters
It raises questions about how reality shows treat the people on screen. A private deal means the public may never hear the details.
Andy Cohen and the Bravo network have settled a lawsuit from former Real Housewives star Leah McSweeney. The deal was announced on Friday. The terms are private.
McSweeney sued in February 2024. She said the show's bosses pushed her to drink and made her alcohol problem worse. She later claimed Cohen and Bravo ran a media campaign against her.
The case would have been the first Bravo trial with a cast member. Her lawyer told the New York Post that his client is pleased with the result.
The Real Housewives shows follow wealthy women through their personal lives. Producers often encourage conflict because it draws viewers.
Reality TV has faced many claims about drinking and mental health. Stars have said long filming days and pressure to create drama made them unwell.
Bravo and Cohen have denied the claims. Cohen also hosts Watch What Happens Live and is a face of the network.
It raises questions about how reality shows treat the people on screen. A private deal means the public may never hear the details.