Andy Cohen may have just moved into a stunning $18 million penthouse with panoramic views and a cocktail-perfect terrace, but don’t expect to see any of his Real Housewives cast members sipping martinis there anytime soon.
According to the National Enquirer, Cohen has made one thing crystal clear: “No Real Housewives allowed.” The decision marks a new chapter in how the Bravo boss navigates his relationships with the women who star on the network’s hit reality shows.
“For years, Andy kept a healthy distance from the Housewives when the cameras weren’t rolling,” a source explained. “But there were a few exceptions — Bethenny Frankel, Carole Radziwill, Kyle Richards — they were in the inner circle.”
That inner circle, however, seems to have dissolved after a wave of public criticism, especially from former Real Housewives of New York star Bethenny Frankel.
Frankel has been outspoken in her criticism of Bravo and Cohen, accusing the network of enabling “toxic behavior” and questioning how reality stars are treated behind the scenes. The fallout appears to have left a mark. “He got burned,” the insider says. “Now he knows better. No more Housewives in his home.”
Cohen’s new stance signals a shift from his previously cozy rapport with select Housewives — one that often blurred the lines between reality TV drama and real-life friendships. It’s clear now: the cameras may follow the drama, but when they stop rolling, Andy’s front door stays closed.
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wonkyeyes, hence WWHL. Talk about a conflict of interest ... gee what could go wrong with that? So now ever since, one day Andy has nothing to do with one of the franchises, let alone casting (yeah right), and the next day he is the big boss bitch. Can't have it both ways.