Bravo Showbiz Cheat Sheet

Bravo
Bravo celebrity Andy Cohen | Charles Sykes/Bravo/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images
Bravo
Bravo is a basic cable TV network that debuted on Dec. 8, 1980. It initially specialized in fine arts and film programming but has become popular for its reality TV series such as the Real Housewives franchise. Hits have included Queer Eye for the Straight Guy, The Real Housewives of Atlanta, The Real Housewives of New Jersey, The Real Housewives of New York City, and Southern Charm. The channel's most popular current series include Below Deck, Project Runway, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, The Real Housewives of Potomac, The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, Vanderpump Rules, and Watch What Happens Live. The last is hosted and executive-produced by Andy Cohen, who also executive-produces the Real Housewives franchise.
- Founder: AMC Networks
- Launched: Dec. 8, 1980
- Owner: NBCUniversal
- How to watch: Cable provider, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Bravo mobile app, BravoTV.com
- Top programs: Below Deck, Project Runway, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Top Chef, Vanderpump Rules, Watch What Happens Live
- Best known for: The Real Housewives franchise and other reality TV series
- Cultural impact: The channel spawned the term "Bravolebrity" for its shows' many celebrities.
Visit the Bravo website.
Read more about Bravo, and stay up to date on shows, behind-the-scenes info, and cast members:
Entertainment
4 years ago
‘Below Deck Med’ Producers Recall This Red Flag Moment With Chef Mila
Entertainment
9 months ago
‘RHOC’ Star Braunwyn Windham-Burke and Jennifer Spinner Reveal ‘Modern Family’ Reality Show in the Works [Exclusive]
Entertainment
10 months ago
‘Million Dollar Listing’: Luis D. Ortiz Returns to Social Media With a New Business
Entertainment
1 year ago
‘Southern Charm’: Olivia Flowers’ Brother Battled Lyme Disease That ‘Caused Severe Internal Damage’
Entertainment
1 year ago
‘RHONJ’ Newbie Danielle Cabral Says Teresa Giudice Will Be ‘Vindicated’ Days After Margaret Josephs Calls Her the OG’s ‘Lap Dog’

reality tv

Micheal Ilesanmi looking skeptical in '90 Day Fiance' episode

Thanks, I Hate It

Michael Ilesanmi Teases Return to ’90 Day Fiancé’ Amid Angela Deem Drama

In a teaser for the upcoming episode, Michael's wife Angela accuses him of working with other Nigerians to scam American women.

by Megan Elliott

Published on May 16, 2024

3 min read

Kody Brown and Robyn Brown during her purity speech in Season 6 of 'Sister Wives'

Thanks, I Hate It

‘Sister Wives’: The Shambles of Robyn Brown’s Purity Speech and Why It May Have Been Intended to Seduce Kody Brown

The TLC series has aired some pretty cringeworthy moments during 18 seasons, but this was the worst.

by Lucille Barilla

Porsha Williams appears on television show. Williams says she's open to returning to 'RHOA.'

Thanks, I Hate It

Porsha Williams Returns as ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’ Shakes Up Cast for Season 16

Only two season 15 cast members will be back for 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta' Season 16.

by Megan Elliott

Is Andy Cohen Leaving Bravo?

A new report from In Touch claims that Andy Cohen is considering leaving Bravo, but the network says there's no truth to the rumors.

by Megan Elliott

Published on April 19, 2024

2 min read

Royal family

Andy Cohen Apologizes for His Jokes About Kate Middleton: ‘I Am Heartbroken by the News’

Kate Middleton's absence caused a number of celebrities to make jokes about the Princess of Wales. But after learning of her diagnosis, several apologized -- including Andy Cohen.

by Julia Mullaney

WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE WITH ANDY COHEN guests Bethenny Frankel and Jeff Lewis smile together for a photo

Celebrity

‘RHONY’ Alum Bethenny Frankel Blames Bravo Boss Andy Cohen for Her Failed Marriage

Bethenny Frankel says her second marriage and 'nightmare' divorce had more to do with Andy Cohen than Bravo fans initially thought.

by Suse Forrest

‘RHOC’: Alexis Bellino Posts That She Misses John Janssen’s ‘Kiddos,’ Rubs in Shannon Beador’s Bad Relationship With Them

'RHOC' star Alexis Bellino posted about how she was 'missing' John Janssen's kids. Here's why some fans think Bellino is throwing shade toward Shannon Beador.

by Lauren Weiler

Published on January 24, 2024

3 min read

Monica Garcia angrily pointing in 'The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City' Season 4 reunion

Thanks, I Hate It

‘The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ Season 4: When Does the Reunion Air?

The Housewives come together to hash out all the season 4 drama at the 'RHOSLC' reunion, which kicks off Jan. 9 on Bravo.

by Megan Elliott

Thanks, I Hate It

Dita Von Teese Wants Nothing to Do With ‘Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ Drama

The 'RHOSLC' cast aren't the only ones upset about the Reality Von Tease Instagram account. Burlesque star Dita Von Teese also wants the troll account taken down.

by Megan Elliott

‘Southern Charm’: Luzanne Otte Claims Thomas Ravenel Wished Kathryn Dennis Would Overdose

Former 'Southern Charm' star Thomas Ravenel's ex-girlfriend is coming forward with shocking claims.

by John Wolfe

Net worth

Shep Rose Net Worth 2019: The ‘Southern Charm’ Star Is Not All Family Money

'Southern Charm' star Shep Rose has deep ties in the Charleston community, but he is not all about his family money. The reality star, who has appeared in the first six seasons of Bravo's hit show, has built a large fortune over the years and is now worth millions — most of which does not come from his family. How did Rose make most of his money?

by Perry Carpenter

‘Southern Charm’: Shep Rose Admits to Past Feelings for Cameran Eubanks, Dishes On Eliza Limehouse

'Southern Charm' star Shep Rose is apparently something of a playboy -- he admits to having tried to hook up with Cameran Eubanks.

by John Wolfe

‘RHONY’: How Did Bethenny Frankel Get Luann de Lesseps Rehab for Free?

Bethenny Frankel said she helped get Luann de Lesseps rehab for free. Find out how the 'RHONY' star did that and more.

by Nicole Weaver

‘Southern Charm New Orleans’ Star Jeff Charleston Just Threw Major Shade at Reece Thomas

'Southern Charm New Orleans' star Jeff Charleston might put on a good face around Reece Thomas, but he's ready to dish on how he really feels about Reagan's new husband.

by John Wolfe

‘Southern Charm’: Did Whitney Sudler-Smith Hook Up With ‘RHONY’ Star Sonja Morgan?

This 'Southern Charm' and RHONY hook-up has fans hungry for more gossip. Did Whitney Sudler-Smith and Sonja Morgan get together during pride weekend?

by John Wolfe

‘Southern Charm’: Shep Rose Dishes on Why Whitney Sudler-Smith Won’t Admit to Sleeping With Kathryn Dennis

This 'Southern Charm' star seems embarrassed to admit he slept with Kathryn Dennis, and Shep Rose claims to know why.

by John Wolfe

‘Southern Charm New Orleans’: Tamica Lee Dishes on the Status of Her Friendship with Reagan Charleston

Tamica Lee isn’t afraid to speak her mind.

by Megan Elliott

This Moment Rocked My World When I Went to ‘Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen’

All the rumors about being invited to be in the audience at Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen are true. The exclusive invitation, the intimate setting … the close proximity to Cohen and guests. All true. Being invited is harder to pull off than figuring out New Math. You can’t buy tickets, nor can …

by Gina Ragusa

Andy Cohen Gives the Reason Why Real Housewives Get Fired from the Shows

Many former stars of 'Real Housewives' weren't asked to return for another season. Andy Cohen reveals the reason why and more.

by Nicole Weaver

Entertainment

‘Southern Charm’: Thomas Ravenel Drags Kathryn Dennis’ Nude Photos Into Court

Thomas Ravenel and Kathryn Dennis of 'Southern Charm' fame have been engaged in an ongoing custody battle since 2016, but Ravenel keeps making it nastier. Now, he's dragging Dennis' nude photos into the courtroom.

by John Wolfe

Entertainment

‘Southern Charm’: The Real Reason Austen Kroll and Madison LeCroy Split Up

The latest season of Southern Charm has barely begun, and already we’re seeing a breakup couched in accusations of infidelity. Now that Austen Kroll and Madison LeCroy are split up, all sorts of allegations about the pair’s infidelity are flying. It’s a murky situation, but it looks like there could have been potential wrongdoing on both sides.

by John Wolfe

Entertainment

‘Southern Charm New Orleans’: Reece Thomas Hospitalized Just Before Reagan Charleston Gives Birth

In a surprising turn of events, Reece Thomas ended up in the hospital alongside his wife just before her delivery.

by John Wolfe

Entertainment

‘Southern Charm’: Did Kathryn Dennis Cheat on Thomas Ravenel?

During the heated custody battle between Kathryn Dennis and Thomas Ravenel, some fans have wondered if Dennis remained faithful during their relationship. However, Ravenel's behavior also casts doubt.

by John Wolfe

Entertainment

‘Southern Charm’: How Many Times Has Thomas Ravenel Been Accused of Sexual Assault

Since Thomas Ravenel and Kathryn Dennis started their custody battles and assault allegations have come out against him, fans have started to see the darker side of his life. As the cases progress, they’ve also come to learn that this isn’t Ravenel’s only assault case -- and it’s certainly not his first time facing possible incarceration.

by John Wolfe

Entertainment

‘Southern Charm’: The Real Reason Kathryn Dennis Split with Joe Abruzzo

Since breaking up with Ravenel, Kathryn Dennis has been working hard to get her life back together. It seems as if she’s back in the dating game because it wasn’t long before she had a new flame in politician Joe Abruzzo. So why did Dennis and her new love end things?

by John Wolfe

Entertainment

‘Southern Charm’: What is Patricia Altschul’s Net Worth?

Thanks to her history, hard work, and charisma, Altschul has earned herself plenty of money. In fact, this socialite’s net worth might blow your mind.

by John Wolfe

Entertainment

‘Southern Charm’: Kathryn Dennis Reveals How Rehab Changed Her Life

t Kathryn Dennis seems to have been fighting the good fight against her own inner demons. After a stint in rehab she’s been fighting harder than ever for full custody, and she’s ready to inspire.

by John Wolfe

Entertainment

‘Southern Charm’: What is Thomas Ravenel’s Net Worth

Thomas Ravenel has found himself in a lot of hot water over the years. Is the once politician and reality star able to keep himself afloat?

by John Wolfe

The Real Reason Bethenny Frankel Stormed Out of Her Family Court Hearing

Bethenny Frankel had an outburst in court. The battle over custody of Bryn continues and Frankel appears to have reached her breaking point. Find out more!

by Andrea Francese

Bravo

Read more about Bravo, and stay up to date on shows, behind-the-scenes info, and cast members: