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Andy Cohen Praises NeNe Leakes' Franchise Impact
29 Aug
Summary
- Cohen credits Leakes for the franchise's 20-year success.
- Leakes made a cameo in the latest Real Housewives spin-off.
- Leakes expressed openness to hearing Bravo's return proposals.
Andy Cohen lauded NeNe Leakes as a crucial figure in The Real Housewives franchise, asserting its 20-year milestone wouldn't be achievable without her contributions. Leakes, a former star of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, recently made a guest appearance on 'The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th.' This special season commemorates two decades of the franchise.
Cohen described reuniting with Leakes as a positive experience, noting that her involvement was intended as a treat for long-time fans. He recalled her departure from RHOA in 2020 after a decade, which was initially amicable before a 2022 lawsuit alleging racism and a hostile work environment. The lawsuit was mutually dismissed four months later.
Leakes has indicated a willingness to consider a more permanent return to the franchise, stating she would listen if Bravo reached out. She alluded to resolving past issues, suggesting a forward-looking perspective on potential future collaborations with the network. The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th airs Sundays on Bravo and streams the next day on Peacock.
