Andy Cohen Reveals His 'Housewives' Soft Spots

Bravo executive Andy Cohen revealed a personal affinity for the "Real Housewives of New York" and "Real Housewives of Atlanta" franchises, while asserting he has numerous favorites within the sprawling "Housewives" universe. Cohen's reflections coincide with the release of his new book, "Andy's Bravo Scrapbook: Twenty Years Behind the Scenes of the Real Housewives and the Bravoverse." This book provides an illustrated journey through two decades of the franchise, detailing reunions, drama, and behind-the-scenes insights from Cohen's personal archives. He shares how reunion episodes have significantly shaped the future trajectory of various "Housewives" series. Cohen also addressed criticism that the shows excessively reward conflict. He countered this by arguing that the franchise's enduring success across multiple iterations proves it offers more than just controversy, often showcasing elements of sisterhood and the captivating nature of real-life situations.