After Bravo boss Andy Cohen was cleared by the network for allegations including promoting drug use, former reality star Leah McSweeney’s lawyers are questioning the legitimacy of the probe and claim they were never contacted by investigators. They believe Bravo is using Cohen’s clearance as a convenient party line, timed to its upfront presentations for advertisers when networks promote their buzziest titles. Bravo stated this week that the outside investigation into the allegations made by Brandi Glanville and Leah McSweeney against Andy Cohen has been completed and the claims were found to be unsubstantiated.
McSweeney’s lawyers continue to express doubt about the investigation, stating that they were never contacted for their input. They believe that without speaking to anyone, the investigation lacks credibility. The attorney suggested that the timing of Cohen’s clearance seemed perfect for Bravo to share the outcome with advertisers at the upfronts. They look forward to reviewing all the interviews, evidence, and final reports of the investigation that NBCU conducted when they receive them during the Discovery phase of the lawsuit.
Former Bravo star McSweeney, who is sober, filed a lawsuit in February claiming that Cohen rewards Real Housewives stars with whom he uses cocaine with more favorable treatment and edits. She also alleged that Cohen created a workplace culture that thrives on drug and alcohol abuse, leading to a failure to accommodate employees who are disabled and attempting to remain substance-free. Cohen vehemently denied the claims, and his lawyers demanded an apology. Similarly, fellow former Housewives star Brandi Glanville’s lawyers sent a letter in March alleging that Cohen sent her a sexually inappropriate video.
Cohen, who is gay, apologized for sending the video to Glanville, stating that it was meant as a joke. He has called McSweeney’s claims hurtful and has maintained that he knows the truth and how he conducted himself. Despite the allegations, he remains confident in his behavior and ethics. Bravo did not respond to the allegations or the outcome of the investigation. Overall, the situation involving Andy Cohen, Leah McSweeney, and Brandi Glanville remains contentious, with conflicting statements from the parties involved. The legal battle and investigation outcomes will likely continue to be a point of discussion in the future.
