Andy Cohen Shares Reasons Against 'Real Housewives' in St. Louis
Andy Cohen Explains Why ‘Real Housewives’ in St. Louis Is a ‘Hard No’

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Andy Cohen, the executive producer of the Real Housewives franchise, firmly states that St. Louis, his hometown, is not a viable location for a new series. He cites personal reasons, including the potential drama involving family and friends, as well as his busy life as a father of two young children.
- 01Cohen described a potential St. Louis season as a 'hard no' due to personal connections and potential drama.
- 02He expressed concern about the impact on his family, stating he doesn't want them involved in the show's controversies.
- 03Cohen has a busy life with two children, son Ben and daughter Lucy, whom he welcomed via surrogacy.
- 04He remains focused on his current Bravo projects and parenthood, enjoying visits to St. Louis but not planning to move back.
- 05Cohen's candidness about his dating life and parenting reflects his open approach to personal topics.
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Andy Cohen, the executive producer of the Real Housewives franchise, recently made it clear that St. Louis will not be the setting for a future season. In an interview with local news channel KMOV, Cohen stated, 'I think it is a hard no,' explaining that the potential drama involving family and friends would be too much to handle. He emphasized the challenges of having his loved ones involved in the show's controversies, saying, 'I don’t need this.' Cohen, who grew up in St. Louis before moving to New York City, is already managing drama from existing shows like The Real Housewives of Orange County and New York City. Additionally, he is focused on raising his two young children, son Ben and daughter Lucy, and has no plans to expand his family further. Despite his busy schedule, Cohen enjoys returning to St. Louis to visit family, noting that it reignites his love for his hometown. He remains committed to his role at Bravo while navigating the complexities of parenthood and personal relationships.
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