Is this the end of Bravo? Staggering allegations made by reality stars may well spell the end of popular network as we know it
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: NBC and Bravo have been gravely accused of mistreating their stars. After the alleged abuses, many reality stars have come forward, speaking against the "systemic rot" of the network.
'Real Housewives of New York City' star Bethenny Frankel pressed charges against the network for exploiting the young talents.
Well, it's not just Bethenny who has spoken against the wrongdoing of the network, several other reality stars came ahead to slam and expose the rotten working style.
Nene Leaks was one of the Real Housewives franchise stars who pressed a lawsuit against the production for racist comments. Despite several complaints about mistreatment, Bravo, and NBC seems to have refused to take any action.
Amid the accusations of network chiefs allegedly victimizing reality stars, there is a threat on NBC and Bravo.
People wonder whether this is the end of Bravo as many 'Real Housewives' stars are seen coming forward with disturbing accusations on innumerable occasions.
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Bravo's 'RHONY' star Bethenny Frankel presses charges against network for exploiting 'young, doe-eyed talent'
'RHONY' star Bethenny Frankel has pressed charges against the network. DailyMail reports the reality star raising her voice against the network for exploiting "young, doe-eyed talent."
Bethenny's lawyers are demanding NBCUniversal and Bravo break their NDA in order for the star to speak freely about the mistreatment.
'RHONY' star's lawyer Bryan Freedman has accused the network of violating California law. The law prohibits the companies from making the stars sign any document that prevents them from disclosing "unlawful acts in the workplace."
A legal letter was sent to the network by the celebrities' attorney saying, "breadth and scope of wrongdoing is greater than previously believed."
In the letter, NBC and Bravo are accused of making "deliberate attempts to manufacture mental instability" as they manipulate their stars with alcohol and deprive them of food and sleep.
The network is accused of "grotesque and depraved mistreatment," displaying obvious and alarming signs of mental deterioration.
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'Vanderpump Rules' star Raquel Leviss and other stars speak up against Bravo and NBC 'ruining' their life
It's not only Bethenny who has spoken against the network. According to the reports, 80 reality TV stars from the network have expressed their interest in joining Bethenny's claims.
Page Six reports an insider claiming, "It’s going to be a massive thing. There are multiple individuals wanting to join this…at least 80 people have reached out, men and women."
Bethenny highlighted 'Vanderpump Rules' star Raquel Leviss' cheating scandal and how Bravo benefitted from it. The reality star claimed the network 'pretty much ruined' Raquel's life.
Raquel has chosen not to return to Bravo's 'Vanderpump Rules' Season 11 because of not being paid equally.
Bravo and NBCUniversal star's attorney claims 'thousands' of people to be victim of network's 'racism and sexism'
Freedman claimed in the letter that there are "hundreds or even thousands" of people who have either been a victim or witness of NBCUniversal's mistreatments.
He wrote, "We are left with the inescapable conclusion that NBC and its production partners are grappling with systemic rot for which sunlight is the first necessary remedial measure."
Freedman claimed that the network has ensured the silence of the victims with "contractual terms" and "ruinous penalties."
NBC and Bravo have been accused of being silent about unlawful workplace conduct like- "racism, sexism, sexual violence, child labor, physical abuse, revenge porn, sexual violence, and forced intoxication."
One of the popular faces of Real Hosewives Nene Leakes was one of the main cast members of the Atlanta edition. She later left the show after having a contract issue with the network.
Nene complained to Bravo about being a victim of racist comments. Seeing the network take no action against it, Nene filed a lawsuit against the production. She was later blacklisted by Bravo.
On the other hand, 'RHOBH' star Lisa Rinna has also been vocal and supportive of Bethenny's boycott strike against Bravo for fair wages. The actress and model was also added to the network's blacklist and was announced to not appear in further seasons of Real Housewives.
Who owns NBC?
Since 2004, National Broadcasting Co. aka NBC is owned by the Comcast Corporation. Kimberly D. Harris is the Executive Vice President of Comcast Corporation and General Counsel of NBCUniversal.
David Sarnoff was the one who orchestrated the formation of NBC. NBCUniversal has acquired Dream Works Animation, expanding itself into film franchises as well.
NBC's famous networks are Bravo, E!, and USA Network. Peacock is the most recently launched streaming platform of NBC.