Andy Cohen Defends 'RHONY' Reboot Amid Viewer Criticism

Cohen reaffirms his commitment to the revamped cast, emphasizing their aspirational appeal despite declining ratings and backlash from former star Bethenny Frankel.

Andy Cohen expressed strong support for the new 'Real Housewives of New York City' cast, calling them aspirational and reflective of modern New York life.
The rebooted series, featuring a fresh cast introduced in season 14, has faced declining viewership, with recent episodes hitting the lowest ratings since the show's 2008 debut.
Former cast member Bethenny Frankel criticized the reboot as 'unwatchable' and called for the return of the original cast, but Cohen dismissed these comments, emphasizing the importance of moving forward.
Cohen acknowledged challenges with the group dynamic but highlighted their growing cohesiveness and compelling personal stories as key strengths of the new cast.
Plans for a 'Legacy' spinoff featuring former cast members fell through, with Bravo instead focusing on the reboot as the future of the franchise.