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Cohen Denies Cocaine Allegations in Lawsuit
10 Apr
Summary
- Cohen's lawyers argue McSweeney lacks direct evidence of cocaine use.
- McSweeney alleges Bravo fostered a toxic work environment.
- A judge denied Bravo and Cohen's request for arbitration.
Andy Cohen is challenging Leah McSweeney's lawsuit, which accuses him and Bravo of fostering a toxic environment that encourages substance abuse. Cohen's legal team has filed a motion to dismiss, arguing that McSweeney's evidence of his alleged cocaine use is based on anonymous sources and statements from former cast members. They assert McSweeney lacks direct evidence of witnessing such use.
McSweeney, who appeared on "The Real Housewives of New York City," filed her lawsuit in 2024, claiming Bravo promoted alcohol and drug use despite her history of alcoholism. She alleged Cohen engaged in cocaine use with other stars, receiving preferential treatment. Cohen's representative denied the claims, stating the network is supportive of sobriety.
Bravo conducted an investigation into the allegations but found McSweeney's claims unsubstantiated. Recently, a judge denied Bravo and Cohen's request to move the dispute to private arbitration, meaning the case will proceed to trial. A court date has not yet been set for the ongoing legal battle.
