https://collider.com Collider keeps up with the latest Reality TV news, releases, hot topics, and more. Our writers dive into the feuds, hottest discussions taking place on social media, and epic moments while taking an analytical approach to trending topics. Mon, 11 Dec 2023 02:31:19 GMT en-US hourly 60 Whether your skills are beginner or advanced, The Big Nailed It! Baking Challenge has something to offer this holiday season. Watching the novice bakers learn new skills on this recent spin-off from Netflix's popular Nailed It! franchise can help you gain confidence and inspiration for your baking efforts this holiday season. In each episode, the contestants upgrade their entry-level baking skills through lessons from experts that they then apply to the Big Cake Bake. Pick up tips and tricks with the contestants along the way, from fillings and frostings, to sculpting cake and chocolate, and molding fondant. Apply what you learn to your holiday treats and improve your current repertoire with recipes ranging from fillings for sculptural layered cakes, cupcake sheet cakes, or sugar cookies and chocolate molding techniques. If your favorite holiday movie is Grinch related, keep the delicious results from what you learn all to yourself. Or if you are in an entertaining mood, create a jaw-dropping sculptural design to impress in-laws and other out-of-towners.

]]> Mon, 11 Dec 2023 02:31:19 GMT https://collider.com/the-big-nailed-it-baking-challenge-netflixn/ Lateasha Lunceford is just ignoring Dr. Heavenly Kimes rather than getting involved in her messy life. The new Married to Medicine star is the new wife of Dr. Gregory Lunceford, and now that Season 10 is underway, we're seeing how Lunceford isn't handling Dr. Heavenly's outlook on her marriage well. Heavenly has been open about her being concerned for Lateasha, who is 23-years her husband's junior, due to Dr. Gregory's alleged controlling nature. But Lateasha says Dr. Heavenly's antics are simply to distract from Heavenly's own martial issues.

]]> Mon, 11 Dec 2023 02:16:18 GMT https://collider.com/married-to-medicine-lateasha-lunceford-heavenly-kimes-beef/ Tom Sandoval says he made a mistake by having an affair on his longtime girlfriend, Ariana Madix. The Vanderpump Rules star sat down with Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge to talk about all the secrets in his life for the Two Ts in a Pod podcast. He admits to being in love with Rachel Leviss, and says their affair was more than just a one-time hookup. “You get lost in your emotions. Love makes you do really stupid things,” he reasoned. “[You] throw logic out the window. And that’s exactly what happened."

]]> Mon, 11 Dec 2023 02:00:18 GMT https://collider.com/vanderpump-rules-tom-sandoval-ariana-madix-rachel-leviss-affair/ Southern Charm New Orleans star Reagan Charleston is headed towards another divorce. Reagan, who was married to Jeff Charleston at the start of Southern Charm, married Reece Thomas shortly after she and Jeff split. Reece was Reagan's college boyfriend, and she seemed happy their romance rekindled. Unfortunately, Reagan says the honeymoon was short-lived.

]]> Mon, 11 Dec 2023 01:46:18 GMT https://collider.com/southern-charm-new-orleans-reagan-charleston-divorce/ Karen Huger doesn't shy away from sharing her opinions. The Real Housewives of Potomac star is opening up about Mia Thornton's divorce from her husband Gordon Thornton. The Thornton joined the Bravo reality series in Season 6, and are in the middle of a contentious divorce, with Gordon slinging accusations about his estranged wife only being with him for his money. Huger seemingly agrees with Gordon's sentiments, or at least understands.

]]> Mon, 11 Dec 2023 01:31:18 GMT https://collider.com/real-housewives-of-potomac-mia-thorntons-divorce-karen-huger-reaction/ Tom Sandoval was the talk of reality news at the start of 2023 at the heart of "Scandoval," the infamous term to define his affair with his Vanderpump Rules co-star, Rachel Leviss. The affair ended his nearly 10-year relationship with Ariana Madix. In a recent interview with the Two Ts In A Pod with Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge podcast while talking with Bravo stars Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge, he explained his affair was not a simple hookup, noting he developed deep feelings for Leviss that extended beyond filming, well after his breakup with Madix.

]]> Mon, 11 Dec 2023 01:17:20 GMT https://collider.com/vanderpump-rules-tom-sandoval-rachel-leviss-affair/ One thing Chrishell Stause will do is keep busy between filming Selling Sunset. The last season showed her focused on her relationship with G Flip, and at the reunion, she said she's open to having kids one day. But it doesn't seem like the real estate agent is rushing to have a baby. The couple got married in Las Vegas and Emma Hernan acted as their officiant. Chrishell got her start acting by playing Amanda Dillon on All My Children. She left the role in 2011 and later was on Youthful Daze and The Young and the Restless. Her acting career is nowhere near done just because she's on reality TV. She has a new role, and she wore a fake pregnant belly for it.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 16:45:17 GMT https://collider.com/selling-sunset-chrishell-stause-acting-role/ Fans of The Hills will remember Lauren Conrad's time on season 1 as her fashion internship era. Much like Andy Sachs in The Devil Wears Prada (Anne Hathaway), Lauren had to choose whether to go to Paris for a position abroad or give it up to her co-worker. It may already be common news that, for the most part, Lauren Conrad's internship was scripted and dramatized to make it seem like she was working full-time at LA Teen Vogue. Scripted or not, season 2 of The Hills delivered a reality MTV chic "Roman Empire" moment: the moment Lauren got scolded by her boss for choosing her boyfriend over a Paris internship.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 16:16:20 GMT https://collider.com/the-hills-season-1the-devil-wears-prada/ Every season of Big Brother gets a theme and the house changes to suit it. To celebrate the festive holidays, the show is broadcasting a spin-off Big Brother: Reindeer Games, which will be available on CBS and Paramount+. Former houseguests will compete in Christmas-themed challenges to try and eliminate each other and claim the grand prize of $100,000. The season will include six episodes, which will air over two weeks.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 04:00:26 GMT https://collider.com/big-brother-reindeer-games-christmas-decorations/ There's a new champion of Dancing With The Stars. Marvel actress Xochitl Gomez and her pro partner Val Chmerkovskiy became the first recipients of the brand new Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy during Tuesday night's live finale. Both Xochitl and Val fell to their knees in excitement upon learning they were the new champions. Xochitl Gomez, an American actress who turned 17 last April, joined the cast for season 32 of the dancing competition in September, along with 13 other celebrities. The Los Angeles-born star was partnered with pro dancer Val Chmerkovskiy, who has been on the show since season 13. Val, along with his sister-in-law Peta Murgatroyd, have been on DWTS the longest out of all the 32 pros. Xochitl and Val had an instant chemistry which quickly turned into a brother-sister relationship.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 03:46:20 GMT https://collider.com/dancing-with-the-stars-xochitl-gomez-win/ Bobby Lytes rose to fame appearing on Love & Hip Hop Miami as Trina's cousin. The rapper didn't get along with her assistant, Alvin who tried to attack him on the reunion stage. The rest of his time on the show led to more feuds and altercations. The audience saw a different side to Bobby when he starred on his dating show, Bobby I Love You, Purrr on Zeus in 2022. So it's not surprising that Bobby gained the status of an anti-hero or villain, and his recent stint on House of Villains further solidifies that idea.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 03:31:18 GMT https://collider.com/bobby-lytes-house-of-villains/ Jason Mraz is a musician who has come out with several hit albums over the past two decades. He often plays around with genre, which has created a unique fanbase. His newest album, The Mystical, Magical, Rhythmical, Radical, Ride, was released in June 2023, and he’s recently announced that he’ll be going back on tour in 2024. The Grammy Award-winning artist recently began a new adventure as a contestant on ABC’s Dancing With the Stars and has surprised himself with how well he did throughout the competition. He was one of the DWTS fandom’s favorites this year, and his journey during the show was not an easy one. He performed an emotional Viennese waltz to his own song, "I Won’t Give Up," a performance that carried him and his partner Daniella Karagach to the finale.

]]> Sat, 09 Dec 2023 03:16:20 GMT https://collider.com/dancing-with-the-stars-jason-mraz/ There have been rumors swirling around potential cast members of Big Brother: Reindeer Games since before the official announcement. The CBS special will have nine former houseguests returning to compete throughout the six scheduled episodes, which will air over two weeks. Each episode will have a showdown resulting in one person being eliminated. Big Brother fans are used to seeing the cast live together, but that won't be the case for the Reindeer Games special.

]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2023 00:45:18 GMT https://collider.com/two-big-brother-reindeer-cast-members-premiere-date/ Selling Sunset is back for Season 7 and the O Group is messier than ever this go around. Viewers witnessed catfights, call-outs, crazy news, and a sprinkle of real estate for the super-wealthy. These women of LA have no shortage of workplace turmoil and when you're as tight-knit as the O Group, that can be just as hard to deal with as familial or relational drama. Keep reading to see what happened this season.

]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2023 21:45:19 GMT https://collider.com/selling-sunset-season-7-recap/ Candiace Dillard has become an essential shade-throwing machine in The Real Housewives of Potomac cast. Her journey on the series has been an interesting one, and as her music career takes off, questions about why she remains on the show persist. On RHOP, She’s been, either directly or inadvertently, at the center of some of the biggest and most physical fights in RHOP history. The fight between Candiace and Monique Samuels, of course, will go down in infamy, as it led to two lawsuits and Monique’s ultimate departure from the series. Candiace’s most recent enemy has been Gizelle Bryant, who made claims that Candiace’s husband, Chris Bassett, cornered her in a room alone during the season 6 reunion special. Gizelle, who is not necessarily known for being honest, alleged that Chris cornered her, something that has, more or less, been proven to be false. Even in the most recent episode, Gizelle has stood by what she said, insisting that Chris forced her into a “bedroom.”

]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2023 20:01:17 GMT https://collider.com/real-housewives-of-potomac-candiace-dillard-bassett-cardi-b-music/ Britney Spears’ memoir, The Woman in Me, was released in October 2023. In the memoir, she recalls being in a "situationship" with her ex-husband, Kevin Federline. Britney and Kevin Federline’s "home" videos were the backbone for a 2005 reality mini-series titled Britney and Kevin: Chaotic. The show aired for five episodes on UPN and had a 2000s Vlogger-type vibe as it was mainly footage captured from Britney and Kevin's VHS camcorders featured in each episode. After meeting Kevin, she took him along for her tour as she desired company. The show served as a little diary for their short love story, leading to Britney and Kevin's marriage in September 2004. As true Britney fans know, they would divorce years later.

]]> Thu, 07 Dec 2023 15:00:21 GMT https://collider.com/britney-spears-reality-show/ Netflix has released a trailer for the second season of the reality show Dubai Bling, which is scheduled for release on the US streaming platform on December 13. With the cast line-up confirmed, viewers will once again access all areas to their favorite affluent residents of the City of Gold. The first season of Dubai Bling, which premiered on October 27, 2022, became an instant hit for Netflix, trending in the global top 10 for non-English-language series for four consecutive weeks. The show also grabbed a spot in the top 10 list in 47 countries around the world, according to the streaming giants. To understand Dubai Bling and what to expect for the new season, Netflix's official synopsis notes: "Nowhere says glamour like Dubai! Meet the local residents for whom bling is the everyday. When 1 in 100 residents is a millionaire, they all want to reach the highest level of the ladder.

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 23:16:18 GMT https://collider.com/dubai-bling-season-2-release-date-cast-trailer/ The news of Tom Sandoval cheating on Ariana Madix sent shock waves beyond the Vanderpump Rules fandom. The couple were together for nine years and bought a home together. But that world crumbled when Ariana found out he was having an affair with cast member Rachel "Raquel" Leviss. The former couple are still sharing their home until they can sell it, but have limited their interactions.

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 23:00:20 GMT https://collider.com/vanderpump-rules-ariana-madix-daniel-wai/ Netflix's latest reality competition, Squid Game: The Challenge, has captivated audiences with its promise of the largest reality TV prize ever: a staggering $4.56 million. While the show removes the lethal outcome of its predecessor, the South Korean drama from 2021, instead of being executed like in the fictional series, contestants wear exploding ink packs that go off when they are eliminated.

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 22:45:24 GMT https://collider.com/squid-games-the-challenge-winning-strategy/ Tonight, the first-ever winner of Squid Game: The Challenge will be crowned, and it looks like they won’t be the only one for long. Netflix has announced that they’ve renewed the reality program for Season 2, with casting currently underway.

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 15:19:32 GMT https://collider.com/squid-game-the-challenge-season-2-renewed/ After 32 seasons of Dancing With the Stars, there were five couples competing in the finale. The semi-finals had a shocking turn of events last week when Marvel actress Xochtil Gomez and Vanderpump Rules star Ariana Madix were spared from elimination after receiving the lowest number of votes of the night. In a second chance to win the Len Goodman mirrorball, the two dancers joined by their pros hit the dance floor and excelled against other finalists Alyson Hannigan, Charity Lawson, and Jason Mraz. Although the prize was handed off to Gomez and her dance partner, a lot happened in the three-hour special that aired on ABC. Here is a breakdown of the night, including perfect-score performances, Charlie D'Amelio returning to the reality show, and the big reveal.

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 05:30:17 GMT https://collider.com/dancing-with-the-stars-season-32-finale-winner/ When Lateasha Lunceford (aka Sweet Tea) joined the Married to Medicine cast, she chose to go in with an open mind. She had not watched the show prior and chose to keep it that way so she could form more authentic relationships with the other ladies. Lateasha said, “I went in blindsided and willy-nilly. I didn't do enough research. And I remember Toya was like, 'You need to do your research.' But-- I just felt like if I did, I probably was not going to do it. I kind of took it like being back in basic training again.” she said. The basic training comparison is certainly appropriate, as the more seasoned cast members have not gone easy on the new paramour of Dr. Gregory Lunceford.

]]> Wed, 06 Dec 2023 02:09:15 GMT https://collider.com/married-to-medicine-lateasha-lunceford-m2m/ Professional dancers Daniella Karagoch and Pasha Pashkov worked together throughout the entire duration of Dancing With The Stars season 32 to make it to the finale. In addition to both being pros on the show, Daniella and Pasha are also married in real life. The two tied the knot in 2014. Earlier this year, the couple welcomed their first child; however, they did not let this hold them back from returning to the ballroom and dominating the competition. Pasha first joined Dancing With The Stars as a pro dancer in 2019 for season 28. The following year, Daniella joined her husband as a pro dancer on the show as well. In her first season, Daniella managed to make it to the finale with her celebrity partner, rapper and singer Nelly. The dancing duo ultimately came in third place. In her next season, Daniella once again made it to the finale, during which she and her partner Iman Shumpert won the Mirror Ball Trophy. Season 31 was the only season Daniella did not compete in the finale. Pasha, on the other hand, has yet to see a finale. This season will be his first time competing for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 21:45:19 GMT https://collider.com/dancing-with-the-stars-daniella-pasha-season-32-finale/ Survivor legend Cirie Fields is ready to head back to reality television. Cirie recently wrapped up competing on Big Brother 25 in November. Although Cirie competed on multiple seasons of Survivor in the past, this was her third reality show. Cirie, along with a cast of reality stars and unknowns, headed to the United Kingdom, to compete on The Traitors. The reality show sees 22 contestants live and work together in a Scottish castle to take up challenges to add cash to the prize pot. Split into two teams, Traitors and Faithfuls, they are encouraged to lie their way to the cash prize. Cirie, who was chosen to be a traitor along with Big Brother legend Cody Calafiore and show recruit Christian de la Torre, ultimately made it to the end of the game. With some good game strategy and a lot of backstabbing, Cirie was ultimately crowned the winner of the first season, taking home the $250,000 cash prize.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 21:30:18 GMT https://collider.com/cirie-fields-big-brother-25-reality-show/ Quad Webb was introduced to Married to Medicine’s audience as the wife of psychiatrist Dr. Greg Lunceford, aka Dr. G. For a reality show based on physicians of color and their spouses, Quad’s connection to the show was in peril as her relationship with Dr G almost immediately grew toxic and eventually unraveled in front of the Bravo audience. Quad and Dr G. both threw dirt at one another with accusations of domestic abuse flying in both directions. Audiences exhaled a sigh of relief when the divorce was granted and Quad committed herself to re-building her life alone. Unfortunately, Quad’s relationships with the other ladies on the show weren’t strong enough to keep fans connected to her storyline.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 21:00:24 GMT https://collider.com/quad-webbs-role-is-dead-and-cant-be-resurrected-on-married-to-medicine/ Many viewers from last season of The Real Housewives of Potomac would have thought Candiace Dillard Bassett might be the woman with the most heat to bring the other ladies this season. In season seven, Gizelle Bryant accused Candiace's husband of being a "sneaky link" who made her feel uncomfortable by having a conversation with her alone in her dressing room at the season six reunion, and repeated allegations that he had an affair on her podcast. Their friendship has not survived the accusation. Viewers also anticipated a confrontation between Candiace and Ashley Darby, since Ashley's ex-husband is suing Candiace over her derogatory comments towards him on the show. Candiace's history of heated confrontations and holding a grudge had viewers looking forward to at least one re-match in season eight. But the aspiring pop diva has largely ignored the other women and their past drama, taking the high road while hitting the high notes, as her season eight tagline suggests. Instead, the drama is centered on newcomer Nneka Iham and her puzzling beef with Dr. Wendy Osefo.

]]> Tue, 05 Dec 2023 20:30:16 GMT https://collider.com/real-housewives-of-potomac-nneka-ihim-wendy-osefo-season-8-drama/ In 2012, a new reality series focused on a dance studio in Pittsburgh premiered on Lifetime. The series was called Dance Moms and centered on the owner of the studio, Abby Lee Miller, and the young girls who participated in the competition group. The Abby Lee Dance Company was comprised of girls between the ages of 6 to 13, and the series followed the group as they prepared for and competed in various dance competitions throughout the year. The original cast of dancers included Maddie Ziegler, Chloe Lukasiak, Mackenzie Ziegler, Nia Frazier, Paige Hyland, Brooke Hyland, and Vivi-Anne Stein, alongside their mothers. The series was fairly controversial from the beginning. Abby Lee Miller clearly played favorites, focusing on Maddie as the star of the group. This led to many run-ins between her and the mothers of the girls, as well as in-fighting between the moms themselves. In recent years, the dancers have spoken out via social media about the abuses they faced from Abby herself during the series. Abby Lee Miller became known for how she verbally abused the girls on the dance team, often pushing and insulting them to the point of tears. Given that all the dancers were in the midst of their formative years, one can only imagine how the trauma caused by their experience at the ALDC has affected them since then.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 22:30:22 GMT https://collider.com/dance-moms-nia-sioux-update/ Emotions were high at the end of the Big Brother 25 season. Houseguests spent 100 days competing in competitions, living together, and voting to evict each other. In the end, Jag Bains changed how he interacted with other houseguests the closer he got to the prize money. He refused to talk to Felicia Cannon and planned to mess with her to lower her chances of winning the next competition and more. He, Matt Klotz, and Bowie Jane didn't follow through on that plan.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 22:15:17 GMT https://collider.com/cirie-fields-jag-bains-big-brother-25-arrogant/ The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is known for glamor, drama, and larger-than-life personalities. Over the years, the show has provided viewers with an inside look into a group of affluent women living in the insulated bubble of Beverly Hills. The Real Housewives know how to glam up an event and keep the cocktails flowing, but over time the lines have become blurred when it comes to labeling castmates as alleged alcoholics. In recent seasons, the show has come under scrutiny for its portrayal of alcohol consumption and the potential impact it has had on the cast members. Sutton Stracke is the most recent victim to be accused, with the allegation stemming from a Watch What Happens Live episode when 'RHOBH' Kyle Richards and former housewife, Teddi Mellencamp, appeared on the show.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 22:01:19 GMT https://collider.com/the-real-housewives-of-beverly-hills-alcohol-addiction/ Amy Slaton's journey of finding love has been chronicled on the TLC reality series, 1000-Lb. Sisters. She recently divorced Mike Halterman. The two share two sons, Gage and Glenn, and fans are now being introduced to a new man in Slaton's life: Her new boyfriend, Tony Rodgers. Amy shared a TikTok post with a series of pictures set to the song "Baby I Love You" by Gaspar. Slaton shared images of Rodgers with her sons as well as images of them together. Most of the pictures were of Amy and Tony.

]]> Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:15:19 GMT https://collider.com/amy-slaton-boyfriend-1000-lb-sisters/ Todd and Julie Chrisley have faced pushback since their daughter Savannah spoke out about their conditions in prison. Savannah shared on her podcast Unlocked with Savannah Chrisley that her parents went without air conditioning and had “black mold, asbestos.” She went on to say that her mother's prison had snakes "slithering on the floor" while she was there. Those comments were not well received and both Todd and Julie have been getting taunted and teased while serving out their sentences.

]]> Sun, 03 Dec 2023 23:45:19 GMT https://collider.com/todd-julie-chrisley-prison-conditions/ Teen Mom star Maci Bookout has had a complicated relationship with her former partner, Ryan Edwards. Edwards, who struggles with addiction and has been in and out of trouble with the law, didn't have a relationship with Bookout or their son Bently for years. But amid his ongoing issues with the law and his marriage to Taylor McKinney going downhill, they've been on better terms. Bookout, who began attending some of Edwards' recent hearings after he relapsed, recently talked about rebuilding a relationship with Edwards on The Hopeaholics podcast.

]]> Sun, 03 Dec 2023 23:30:21 GMT https://collider.com/teen-mom-maci-bookout-ryan-edwards-taylor-mckinney/ South Korea has been hitting us with interesting reality TV shows one after another. They gave us valuable dating tips with Single's Inferno, a realistic look at surviving a zombie apocalypse with Zombieverse, and interesting experimental reality shows like Physical: 100. Another hidden gem that deserves our attention is Mnet channel's Street Woman Fighter. The first season of this street dance-inspired dance competition aired in 2021 and was so well received globally that it spurred several more seasons and a few spin-offs. These included Street Man Fighter and Street Dance Girls Fighter.

]]> Sun, 03 Dec 2023 23:15:18 GMT https://collider.com/street-woman-fighter-2/ The Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kandi Burruss confirmed Kandi and the Gang will return for a second season, though now those plans seem to have stalled. The Grammy-award-winning producer announced the show's return via her YouTube series, Speak On It. The pick-up announcement came months after Kandi revealed during an Amazon Live that the show was canceled. Kandi said at the time: "Unfortunately, it is not returning. Bravo is not bringing it back, and I'm super sad about it."

]]> Sun, 03 Dec 2023 19:45:19 GMT https://collider.com/kandi-and-the-gang-cast-update/ 90 Day Fiancé was originally meant to be a show that educates viewers on the K-1 visa process. The K-1 visa was created specifically for Americans who wish to marry and live with their international partner in the States. The visa process is strict, even more so now than when the series first premiered. International lovers who wish to take that walk down the aisle must follow these rules strictly or face seeing their betrothed deported. The required documentation must include proof that the couple has been together for two years, evidence of name changes or terminated marriages, and police clearance from their home country, to name but a few. There is also a high element of financial burden. The mandatory fees alone total over $2,000. Additionally, the American applying must have an income of at least $19,720 in a household of two, which is the federal poverty level. Those unable to provide funding to bring their partner over do have the option to bring a family member in as a co-sponsor. This was best seen in the case of Kalani and Asuelu from season 6 of 90 Day Fiancé. Kalani brought her fiancé/baby-daddy from Samoa to get married after she lost her virginity to him in Samoa and got pregnant. Her parents were the co-sponsors for Asuelu, and therefore had to financially support him when he arrived. Those who arrive in the U.S. are not allowed to work unless form I-765 is filed, which authorizes the visa holder to work for 90 days as well. This has never been seen or done in the series, likely because filing the form costs a minimum of $410. Not being able to work adds another layer of financial burden on the couples.

]]> Sun, 03 Dec 2023 19:16:19 GMT https://collider.com/90-day-fiance-season-10-couples-ranked/ After the release of her documentary This is Paris in 2020, Paris Hilton has been focusing on a re-brand. She is shifting away from her party-girl persona from the early 2000s and towards an image of a business-savvy media mogul and mother. Her media company, Paris Hilton Entertainment, established in 2006, has even undergone a name change. The company name was switched to 11:11 Media in 2021 amid the socialite launching her new podcast, I am Paris. The new medium offers the mogul an opportunity to feature conversations with her friends, family, and other celebrities; occasionally, Paris even invites her husband, Carter Reum, to join her. It was also announced that Paris' recently published memoir will be turned into a television biopic series. The new couple's reality TV series Paris In Love is also part of the 11:11 Media umbrella and is central to the re-brand as well.

]]> Sun, 03 Dec 2023 18:45:19 GMT https://collider.com/paris-in-love-season-2-marital-drama/ Fans of the 90 Day Fiancé universe were certainly excited to see Pedro Jimeno’s mother, Lidia Morel, in the third season of the spin-off 90 Day Fiancé: Love In Paradise. She had only been known as his venomous mother thanks to the many run-ins she had with Pedro’s then-wife, Chantel Everett, and her family. She and her daughter, Nicole Jimeno, opted to fight fire with gasoline during Pedro and Chantel’s tumultuous marriage. They were featured in the new series focused on the in-fighting between the two families in The Family Chantel.

]]> Sat, 02 Dec 2023 14:00:18 GMT https://collider.com/scott-wern-the-family-chantel/ Every season, Married at First Sight experts, Pastor Cal, Dr. Pepper and newly appointed Dr. Pia Holec, arrive at a new major city prepared to interview singles vying to be a part of the riskiest social experiment on reality television. Getting married to a complete stranger on national television for a trial period of six weeks sounds even crazier when spoken aloud, yet thousands sign up and each season five couples are chosen for the entertaining journey. Over the past five seasons, audiences of the show have vocalized their disappointment in the expert's matches and, even more importantly, how they handle the train wrecks that inevitably take place every season. Audiences thought season 12 was the biggest embarrassment with groom Chris and bride Paige. From the moment Chris saw Paige, he was visibly disappointed with her looks, yet he was intimate with her during the honeymoon and throughout the beginning of the marriage. In order to get out of the marriage, he invited his ex-girlfriend on the show and revealed to Paige that they were expecting. It was the most disastrous marriage the show'saudiences has ever witnessed, but even worse than Chris's actions, watching Paige be humiliated and disrespected without much assistance from the experts was heartbreaking. If season 12 was horrifying, the current season 17 has reached a new level of toxic irresponsibility on the experts' part. Denver has the most red-flags out of any season thus far.

]]> Sat, 02 Dec 2023 01:45:19 GMT https://collider.com/married-at-first-sight-denver/ "The first question people ask you when they find out if you're from Utah is 'Are you Mormon' and 'Are you a polygamist,'" Heather Gay explained when asked about the Mormon Church in one of her confessionals. The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City usually bond over relationship issues, motherhood, ski trips, and everything that Jen Shah left behind before going to prison. But religion is also a big thing and can be easily overlooked. Some of them have caught on to each other's devoted religious practices. Not to forget Mary Cosby's congregation and the rumors about it being a "cult". Or Angie Katsanevas' Greek religious birthday celebrations and Meredith Marks' Jewish bread-breaking. This season, Lisa Barlow's son, Jack, held a farewell party before going on his Mormon missionary trip to Colombia. But why is being Mormon such a recurring thing on RHOSLC?

]]> Fri, 01 Dec 2023 21:45:24 GMT https://collider.com/real-housewives-of-salt-lake-city-housewives-mormon-church/ Lateasha Lunceford is a new bride with a lot on her plate. In addition to relocating to Atlanta, GA from her home state of Texas and marrying a very successful psychiatrist over twenty years her senior, Lateashe aka Sweet Tea is a freshman in the Married to Medicine Season 10 cast with women who are friends with her husband's infamous ex-wife, Quad Webb. The biggest thorn in Lateasha's side is quite possibly the woman who provided her the opportunity to be a reality star, Dr. Heavenly Kimes.

]]> Fri, 01 Dec 2023 18:30:23 GMT https://collider.com/married-to-medicine-dr-heavenly-sweet-tea-wedding/ Love & Marriage: Huntsville has the reputation of destroying marriages. The Alabama-based reality series was initially launched under the premise of celebrating three power couples dedicated to teaching entrepreneurship and building a legacy. Unfortunately, the reality TV waters are often murky and within the first few episodes, it was clear the star couple, Melody and Martell Holt's marriage was in deep trouble. The couple's marital issues became the focal point of the show and their eventual divorce threatened to spill over and affect the other two main couples. Marital discourse continues to be a major issue on the OWN series six seasons later.

]]> Fri, 01 Dec 2023 16:32:19 GMT https://collider.com/love-marriage-huntsville-tiffany-louis-whitlow-exit/ Dancing With The Stars made history during the semi-finals on Nov. 28. Five couples danced their hearts out during the semi-finals. Still performing on the dance floor are singer Jason Mraz, actress Alyson Hannigan, Vanderpump Rules star Ariana Madix, Marvel actress Xochitl Gomez and Bachelorette Charity Larson. These stars are dancing alongside their pro partners Daniella Karagoch, Sasha Farber, Pasha Pashkov, Val Chmerkovskiy, and Artem Chigvintsev.

]]> Fri, 01 Dec 2023 16:00:22 GMT https://collider.com/dancing-with-the-stars-season-32-semi-finals-history-making-moment/ The switch from the cable format of Keeping Up With The Kardashians to the streaming giant The Kardashians has brought many changes to the series. At its height, Keeping Up was the must-see reality series. Part of that unmissable formula was the producers and editors working hard behind the scenes to put the sisters' stories together in a way that would be guaranteed to grab the audience's attention. Another crucial aspect was the fact that the cameras caught everything. Back on Keeping Up, the sisters were not producers, and had little to no say in what could or could not be filmed, what footage could not be shown. With the switch to The Kardashians on Hulu, we've seen a gradual and steady restriction from the sisters on what they are willing to show on screen. As we see less and less of the reality of the sisters' daily lives and more and more of their manufactured scenes meant for our consumption, the series has shifted further away from must-see reality TV and more toward an extension of their social media empire.

]]> Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:30:18 GMT https://collider.com/the-kardashians-manufactured-reality/ For those who prefer their shows unscripted, we’ve got it covered, network-by-network, the pick of the bunch of reality TV shows to watch this winter. ABC, CBS, NBC, and Fox have all revealed the mid-season prime-time schedules of their flagship reality shows, along with the dates, broadcast times, and cast. The list includes both new TV series and returning fan favorites, so mark your calendars for your favorite reality show due for broadcast early new year.

]]> Thu, 30 Nov 2023 22:45:16 GMT https://collider.com/realty-tv-winter-schedules-2023-2024/ Evelyn Lozada and Jennifer Williams are on-again-off-again besties on VH1's Basketball Wives. The duo have spent just as much time dissing each other as they have loving each other. One thing that connects the two beautiful ladies is their enjoyment of berating other women they deem beneath them. The debut season of Basketball Wives in 2010 positioned Evelyn as the leader of the pretty privileged girls pack that followed her lead bullying other women on the show. Jennifer Williams was Evelyn's loyal sidekick and had her back in throwing dirt on anyone who dared disagree with Evelyn. Jennifer's loyalty was rewarded by being Evelyn's No. 1 confidante until Evelyn turned on her. Despite such, they always reunite when there is drama involving another woman they can clique up against. Eleven seasons later, Evelyn and Jennifer are still playing the same game they started the series with and bullying three new ladies. Clayanna Warthen, Vanessa Rider, as well as social media sensation Brittany Renner are all new targets. Brittany saw the writing on the wall and quickly acquiesced to prevent being hazed by the OGs, but Clayanna and Vanessa stood up to the two aesthetically privileged bullies, resulting in one getting fired and the other running for cover. Evelyn and Jennifer prove their mean-girl antics won't let up any time soon, despite their age.

]]> Thu, 30 Nov 2023 22:30:16 GMT https://collider.com/basketball-wives-evelyn-lozada-jennifer-williams-mean-girls/ Season 10 of TLC’s 90 Day Fiancé kicked off this year with another unusual couple. The U.S. citizen in this case is performer Nikki Exotika. Nikki (Nicole) is a recording artist with a singing career and a big performing personality and is also proudly transgender. Before showing up on TLC, Nikki was reportedly booked for a season 1 episode of E!’s Botched, but her part was left out of the episode’s final cut. She is a New Jersey native, and her foreign fiancé in this scenario is Moldovan social media influencer Igor (a.k.a. Justin). They met over 15 years ago, and things didn’t work out. After Nikki reached out a couple of years ago, the two of them met up. For the second time now, they are now trying to make things work. But with the lies and deceit in the past that ruined their love story, fans wonder if the second time is a charm.

]]> Thu, 30 Nov 2023 21:30:14 GMT https://collider.com/90-day-fianc-is-nikki-exotica-and-justins-second-attempt-at-love-worth-it/ Sutton Stracke is undoubtedly the wealthiest woman on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and one of the richest women on Bravo TV, boasting a net worth of $50 million. Given Stracke's substantial financial standing, one might question why she willingly exposes herself to the catfights, insults, and vicious verbal attacks from some of her fellow cast members. Viewers witnessed an uncomfortable incident when Diana Jenkins, worth a staggering $300 million, directed derogatory language, including the term "c--t," towards Stracke. Additionally, Erika Jayne, angered by suggestions about her involvement in her estranged husband Tom Girardi's embezzlement allegations, used her sharp tongue on Stracke. In response to Jayne's threats, Stracke took the step of hiring security for her protection.

]]> Thu, 30 Nov 2023 20:45:14 GMT https://collider.com/rich-reality-show-stars/ After dancing a near perfect jive to "Runaway Baby" by Bruno Mars during the semi-finals of Dancing With the Stars, Ariana Madix and partner Pasha Pashkov closed the episode with a foxtrot to "Trampoline" by Shaed & Zayn that earned them their first perfect score of the season. In a shocking twist created for dramatic effect, Ariana and Pasha found themselves as one of the two couples facing elimination before the finals, waiting to see if they would be eliminated or if it would instead be their neck-and-neck rivals, Marvel wunderkind Xochitl Gomez and her partner Val Chmerkovskiy. The tension was palpable as both ladies even fought back tears, each seemingly thinking it was her moment to leave the show. And then came the twist! There would be no elimination, and for the first time ever, all five couples would be going through to the finale to compete for the Len Goodman Mirror Ball Trophy.

]]> Thu, 30 Nov 2023 20:30:14 GMT https://collider.com/vanderpump-rules-ariana-madix-dancing-with-the-stars-season-32-win/ Vanderpump Rules started with Tom Sandoval as one of the bartenders at SUR. So he had a lot to say when his girlfriend-at-the-time Ariana Madix was making a cocktail book in Season 5. Tom pushed to be involved, but they clashed over their different perspectives on how to curate the book. "You're not going to be the face, and you're not going to take attention away from me," she told him. He then rolled his eyes. It was an eventual domino effect of a downfall of their relationship.

]]> Thu, 30 Nov 2023 00:45:15 GMT https://collider.com/vanderpump-rules-ariana-madixs-tom-sandoval-cocktails/ With a brand new Big Brother spin-off show on the way, another season of Celebrity Big Brother may have been a better route for producers to take. This past summer, Big Brother reached its milestone season 25. With a later-than-usual premiere date, the season lasted through the fall. Now, because of the brand-new spin-off show, Big Brother will be back on air much sooner than fans are used to.

]]> Wed, 29 Nov 2023 19:31:15 GMT https://collider.com/big-brother-reindeer-games-celebrity-season/ At 35 seasons, The Amazing Race stands as one of the longest-running series on TV. The allure of traveling the world for free and the chance to win a million dollars have attracted countless contestants to the show. However, getting in is as challenging, if not more so, than winning the contest. Every year, tens of thousands of hopefuls try to secure a spot on the reality show, making it the third most popular reality TV show, trailing only Survivor and The Bachelor in application numbers, according to Uswitch, the show receives an average of 34,800 searches for the application form.

]]> Wed, 29 Nov 2023 19:15:14 GMT https://collider.com/the-amazing-race-secrets/ 90 Day Fiancé' has garnered attention for its portrayal of couples from the US and predominantly impoverished countries, often characterized by significant age gaps and stark financial imbalances. In many instances, the dynamics suggest that these mismatched couples might not be together if not for the allure of US citizenship and the financial stability held by the American partner. As such, the show raises ethical concerns as it seems to endorse such partnerships, presenting them as genuine love relationships, while the underlying motivation appears rooted in a desire to escape financial hardships and pursue improved opportunities in the US. This raises questions about the show's responsibility in shaping public perceptions of relationships and the potential consequences of romanticizing unions driven more by pragmatic considerations than genuine emotional connections.

]]> Wed, 29 Nov 2023 18:45:14 GMT https://collider.com/90-day-fiance-ethics/ Shark Tank premiered in 2009, on ABC. The show gives a platform for entrepreneurs to pitch their business ideas to a panel of five "sharks", who then choose whether to invest in their company. Real estate broker, Barbara Corcoran, businessman Kevin O'Leary, reseller Robert Herjavec, FUBU founder Daymond John were the original sharks of the hit show. Billionaire Mark Cuban, guest starred in season 2 and would later be the main shark, becoming the investor with the deepest pockets. That resulted in some impressive numbers through deals on the prime-time reality show.

]]> Wed, 29 Nov 2023 18:30:14 GMT https://collider.com/mark-cuban-shark-tank/ The Big Brother 25 season started with a rumor: Kirsten Elwin told house guests that Reilly Smedley and Matt Klotz were into each other and could become a showmance. There was no evidence of that at the time and Reilly became the first Head of Household. She put Kirsten on the block, and she was evicted. But the next week, Reilly and Matt did become closer. He told her he had a crush on her, and then she also got evicted.

]]> Tue, 28 Nov 2023 22:46:15 GMT https://collider.com/big-brother-25-reilly-matt-relationship/ When Robyn Dixon joined the original cast of The Real Housewives of Potomac, she joined as an unmarried woman living with her ex-husband, Juan Dixon, as roommates. They slept in the same bed despite being divorced, and the eyebrows of every single other housewife were raised at every mention of their relationship. Robyn and Juan were high school sweethearts who stayed together during college. The then-unmarried couple had gotten married for the first time a few years into his NBA career in the early 2000s. The couple’s first son was born in 2008, followed by their youngest son in 2010. The Dixons were living the good life, and it seemed like that life could last forever, but tragedy struck in multiple ways, leading to their split.

]]> Tue, 28 Nov 2023 22:00:14 GMT https://collider.com/the-real-housewives-of-potomac-juan-dixon/ Carter Oosterhouse has become a hosting staple in many shows over the past decade. He was the host of the reality TV classic Trading Spaces, which was an experience he loved. Carter shared with Collider, “We shot so many episodes of [Trading Spaces], right? Like we shot so many episodes of, of we're just kind of like [a] traveling circus. Essentially we would go into home, after home, after home. But what it did was, it prepped me for a show like this, The Great Christmas Light Fight, where we still travel a ton.”

]]> Tue, 28 Nov 2023 21:34:43 GMT https://collider.com/carter-oosterhouse-the-great-christmas-light-fight/ Little girls everywhere, regardless of culture or creed, look forward to the tradition of dressing up in a beautiful white gown and marrying the man of their dreams in front of family and friends. The wedding ceremony is an opportunity for every woman to be treated like a princess for a day, with every single detail dedicated to celebrating her and her new life. According to the American Psychological Association, 40-50% of first marriages end in divorce. And second marriages have an even higher death rate with approximately 60-67% of them ending in divorce. The trumped-up wedding ceremony often takes more thought and precision than some marriages in their entirety and money spent on the wedding and reception are collateral damage in the divorce proceeding. Love & Marriage: Huntsville dedicated two episodes to a non-traditional name change ceremony for Melody Holt, née Melody Rogers.

]]> Tue, 28 Nov 2023 21:00:14 GMT https://collider.com/love-marriage-huntsville-melody-name-change-ceremony/ Ashley Darby's dysfunctional May-December relationship with wealthy restaurateur Michael Darby has been the lion's share of her RHOP storylines over the years. Whether the ladies were gossiping about Michael's marital indiscretions gossip about his sexual preferences or Ashley admitting to enjoying threesomes with her husband early in the relationship, there was enough meat in the toxic relationship to keep audiences satiated with Ashley's relevance to the wives. As Season 8 unfolds, Ashley's divorce is still not final, but the divorce waters are calm and Michael is a non-factor. Ashley admits Michael's coins are still the engine behind her new-soho-chic mini-mansion, but his absence in her life and the show leaves her without much to discuss with the ladies. Subtracting Michael from Ashley's equation, divided by the fact that Candiace Dillard Bassett refuses to go back and forth with her equals a very dull season for Ms. Darby and her boys.

]]> Tue, 28 Nov 2023 20:46:15 GMT https://collider.com/real-housewives-of-potomac-ashley-darby-michael-darby/ Orion and Lauren were quickly on their way to becoming fan favorites in the current season of Married at First Sight Denver. Orion is extremely proud of his Native American heritage and Lauren is an unapologetic card-carrying member of the Black Girl Magic club. Their commitment to celebrating their culture offered an obvious commonality, and they were both visibly attracted to one another. A viral social clip of Lauren showing Orion how to tie his shoulder-length tresses up at night and the two announced they were bonnet buddies on their wedding night scored huge with the African-American audience and convinced MAFS fans the two were about to embark on a blissful honeymoon that would hopefully lead to a healthy marriage.

]]> Tue, 28 Nov 2023 20:30:13 GMT https://collider.com/married-at-first-sight-orion-lauren-cultural-differences/ Over 23 years and 45 seasons, Survivor has been a mainstay on American television. Viewers of all ages, social groups, races, and backgrounds gather around the living room each week to watch contestants survive life on an island in the hope of winning one million dollars. Survivor continues to be one of the most widely beloved and most well-regarded reality TV shows of all time, with a wide and extensive cast of amazing players throughout the show's history. The show continues to evolve and elevate the game to new heights with each recurring season, with the latest season, Survivor 45, continuing the trend of high-level gameplay and exhilaration television. Especially with how evolved the game has become, more and more exceptionally talented players find themselves just barely missing the mark when it comes to taking home the gold.

]]> Tue, 28 Nov 2023 20:00:15 GMT https://collider.com/best-survivor-players-who-couldnt-win-the-game/ The Reasonably Shady podcast is hosted by besties Gizelle Bryant and Robyn Dixon. Two girlfriends team up and throw shade at their cast mates and give their take on a few pop culture topics for reasonable ratings. Gizelle and Robyn have been BFF's since the birth of The Real Housewives of Potomac. Immediately grouped together because of their green eyes and fair skin, Gizelle self-titled the duo “the green-eyed bandits.” They've been inseparable, but cracks are beginning to show in Season 8.

]]> Tue, 28 Nov 2023 19:30:14 GMT https://collider.com/real-housewives-of-potomac-gizelle-bryant-robyn-dixon-friendship/ Squid Game: The Challenge has hit Netflix and, to little surprise, it's a hit on the platform. With that success, though, has come a potential lawsuit from contestants with unnamed participants claiming they suffered injuries during the filming process. Still, that hasn't stopped audiences from watching the Netflix series. Based on the popular Korean series Squid Game, the reality show lets contestants play similar games to those in the series for a cash prize. Featuring childhood games like Red Light, Green Light, and Marbles, The Challenge has much of the same setup as the original show but with fans playing for money, and obviously not being killed off as characters were in the original series.

]]> Tue, 28 Nov 2023 00:12:58 GMT https://collider.com/squid-game-the-challenge-viewership-netflix/ Lacey Chabert is taking her Hallmark fame to the unscripted side with a new show! In an exclusive with Deadline, news broke that Chabert would star in Celebrations with Lacey Chabert where the Hallmark Media star surprises kids, adults, and families in their communities who are making an impact and throwing them the celebration of a lifetime. Chabert will also executive produce the series, which will run for 10 episodes and will air on the Hallmark Media subscription service late in 2024. The premise of the show features Chabert working with party planners and family members to create events in three days to celebrate those each episode is highlighting.

]]> Mon, 27 Nov 2023 22:55:15 GMT https://collider.com/lacey-chabert-hallmark-unscripted-series/ Love & Marriage: Huntsville fans won't be seeing Louis Whitlow or Tiffany Whitlow in the future. The series, which is currently in its sixth season, still features the Whitlow family, but the latest episode featured an emotional conversation between the couple who announced that they are stepping away from Love & Marriage: Huntsville to do what is best for them. Tiffany just had a new baby earlier in the year. She opened up about experiencing postpartum depression and the pressures of filing and social media reactions, which she says is further taking a toll on her mental health.

]]> Mon, 27 Nov 2023 01:45:15 GMT https://collider.com/love-marriage-huntsville-tiffany-louis-whitlow/ Kailyn Lowry, of Teen Mom fame, recently announced the birth of her twins. Prior to her relationship with Elijah Scott, who she shares son Rio with, Lowry was in a relationship with Chris Lopez. The two share two sons, Creed and Lux, but Lowry also had sons Isaac and Lincoln with two other men. Lopez, however, has gone on to disparage Lowry on social media after their split and has not taken kindly to Lowry having more children, especially now that she has had twins with Scott.

]]> Mon, 27 Nov 2023 01:15:20 GMT https://collider.com/kailyn-lowrys-chris-lopez/ Jace Evans, the teen son of fired Teen Mom 2 star Jenelle Evans, is currently hospitalized and will be released into Child Protective Services (CPS) custody after running away from his grandmother's home. Jace ran away from Barbara Evans' home on Saturday, November 18 and was located the following day. This is after Jace was aware that if he ran away again he would be put into foster care. According to TMZ, Jace got in trouble at school for vaping and Barbara took his phone away as punishment. In return, Jace ran away because of it.

]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2023 23:30:16 GMT https://collider.com/teen-mom-jenelle-evans-jace-cps/ Todd Chrisley is spending the holidays behind bars and he's reportedly not happy about it. Chrisley's lawyer, Jay Surgent, spoke with TMZ about the situation and said that Chrisley is “very upset about his situation," but he did reportedly get a special Thanksgiving dinner courtesy of FPC Pensacola in Florida where he is serving his sentence. The holiday season will seemingly include a trip from Savannah Chrisley for both Todd as well as Julie Chrisley, who is serving her sentence in Kentucky.

]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2023 23:15:14 GMT https://collider.com/chrisley-knows-best-todd-chrisley-holidays-prison/ Squid Game, a K-Drama created by filmmaker Hwang Dong-hyuk, hit Netflix in 2021 and quickly became a massive hit. The Korean drama series follows players that are invited to a deadly, but life-changing, opportunity. Its story is both gripping and relatable, as people risk their lives for a massive cash prize. The group of people chosen were chosen based on their backgrounds. They all had desperate situations in which a 4.56 million won (which would equal 35 million in US dollars) prize would certainly make better. The eager participants all sign up to participate in the seemingly simple games, but are in for a rude awakening upon their arrival. The childhood games that seem simple come with a deadly catch. Those who lose, die. Those who win, remain in the competition.

]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2023 19:45:14 GMT https://collider.com/squid-game-the-challenge-netflix/ Victoria Beckham was once asked about something you may not know about her, and "comedy gold" is what she answered in her 73-question interview with Vogue. Her wit and British humor make her perfect for TV. In 2007, Victoria moved to the US right after her husband, David Beckham, signed with a local soccer team, the Los Angeles Galaxy. The couple had settled in Spain for a while, and Victoria traveled a couple of weeks early to film her one-time television reality film Coming to America. The segment was reportedly planned for a six-episode reality show, but due to rating negotiations, the project was set for a 45-minute-long TV special on NBC.

]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2023 19:30:14 GMT https://collider.com/victoria-beckham-reality-show/ Season 4 of The Real Housewives of Atlanta began airing in November 2011. The show had already featured some hard-fought battles between Nene Leakes, Shereé Whitfield, and Kim Zolciak. The ladies had already visited Florida to see some of Kandi Burruss' tour performances. But the big trip of the season would be to South Africa—just a year after the World Cup had been held there. As Kandi later said, Africa worked some of its "magic" on the women. Tensions and petty arguments were put on hold, the beautiful South African savanna was on full display, and the ladies decided to give back to the community; in a nice humanitarian gesture, they donated supplies to a local school and an orphanage from a nearby village.

]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2023 19:15:15 GMT https://collider.com/real-housewives-of-atlanta-season-4-africa/ The reunion for season 4 of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City occurred. The three-part episode series recently wrapped filming. Producer Andy Cohen has been the first to give little scoops of details publicly. Bravo also released the seating chart for the reunion via social media. According to their seating chart, to Andy's right is (from nearest to farthest) is newbie to the show, Monica Garcia. Followed by Meredith Marks and Whitney Rose. To Andy's left are Heather Gay, Lisa Barlow, Angie Kastenevas, and the incomparable Mary Cosby. Fans on X are impressed by the seating chart, giving such an important spot to Monica Garcia. Andy Cohen has stated before that whoever is sitting closest to him is the one who has more to talk about or more relevant storylines to discuss.

]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2023 19:00:14 GMT https://collider.com/real-housewives-of-salt-lake-city-season-4-reunion/ Horror and the LGBTQ+ community have had a very long - and tenuous - relationship. It's common for LGBTQ+ people to find refuge in all things scary, celebrating the LGBTQ+ undertones of so many horror projects while lamenting the harmful representations of their identities that the genre has a long history of producing. This fusion of identity and fandom is showcased horrifically well in the reality show The Boulet Brothers' Dragula (commonly referred to as Dragula), a series created by famous drag performers Dracmorda and Swanthula Boulet that has risen to become a mainstay in horror as a whole. One of Shudder's (the leading streaming platform for horror content) most popular series, Dragula has found a solid audience with viewers of all backgrounds as it offers an affirming platform for marginalized performers while simultaneously presenting horrifying, filthy, and glamorous examples of drag. In the years since its creation, there has been a marked increase in complex and prominent LGBTQ+ characters in horror as well as the number of people behind the camera who also identify. While not due solely to Dragula, this show's ability to start conversations that other LGBTQ+ or horror projects have never discussed pushes boundaries in the best way possible: it vocalizes the need for this kind of space in a way that does not cater to any straight, cisgender, or otherwise non-LGBTQ+ desires, all while chilling those who watched with its horrifying performances.

]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2023 15:00:15 GMT https://collider.com/dragula-horror/ Big Brother 25 came to an end on November 9, 2023 when Jag Bains was crowned the winner. Jag sat next to his closest ally in the game, Matt Klotz, in the final two. The two had worked closely together throughout the entire duration of the game in an alliance they named "The Minutemen." After a grueling interrogation by the seven jury members, Jag ultimately took home the $750k grand prize with a five to two-jury vote.

]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2023 21:16:15 GMT https://collider.com/big-brother-25-duo/ When The Real Housewives of Atlanta premiered in 2008, NeNe Leakes was the breakout star. Fans loved her real, yet over-the-top, reactions to the goings-on in the newly formed group. As one of the OG peach holders, NeNe has become a staple in pop culture. Her time on RHOA led to more opportunities as well. Fans got to see NeNe on Glee as the recurring character Roz Washington, as well as the short-lived sitcom The New Normal. With NeNe’s star on the rise, it seemed as if the mutually beneficial relationship with Bravo would last forever. Unfortunately, it did not, and the relationship between NeNe and the entire network dwindled as fast as it grew.

]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2023 20:15:14 GMT https://collider.com/real-housewives-of-atlanta-nene-leakes-return/ Season 2 of Selling the OC left off with the agents divided. Alexandra Jarvis, Kayla Cardona, and Brandi Marshall are on one side. Polly Brindle, Alexandra Hall, and Tyler Stanaland are on the other. Marshall made it clear that she thought Hall and Stanaland's flirty friendship while he was married to Brittany Snow was bad for business. Hall and Stanaland took offense to this. The season ended with Marshall and Hall still at odds.

]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2023 20:00:13 GMT https://collider.com/sean-palmieri-selling-the-oc-trailer-tiff-austin-victoria/ The scripted show Squid Game showed people competing in dangerous versions of childhood games to win a life-changing amount of money. Seong Gi-hun played by Lee Jung-jae gets invited to compete and almost turns it down until he's desperate enough for the money. The series shows how the rich exploit the poor. Now Netflix is releasing a reality TV version of Squid Game: The Challenge.

]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2023 19:00:13 GMT https://collider.com/squid-game-anupam-tripathi/ It's time to unfold the Christmas tree, dig out those Santa socks, and make note of what's worth watching on TV during yuletide. After all, the holiday season is fast approaching, and stretching out in front of the box is as traditional as turkey and gravy. OK, some may say catching up with loved ones, giving out presents, and overeating is all part of the rituals. But, it wouldn't be the same without the Christmas TV specials. Throughout this holiday season, a host of must-see unscripted TV specials and season premieres are lighting up the festive month. And talking about lighting, The Great Christmas Light Fight returns to ABC, where families battle to try and outshine each other's homes with dazzling light displays. Big Brother Reindeer Games gets a festive homecoming, with former BB legends returning to the gaze of the all-seeing cameras. This time round, the house guests will stay in the Big Brother house for a rapid-fire six days.

]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2023 19:00:13 GMT https://collider.com/top-10-reality-tv-shows-christmas/ The cycling through of cast members is normal for all the Real Housewives series. New ladies come and go to add to the drama of interpersonal relationships. With all the changes in the various franchises, there have certainly been hits and misses. When television icon Kim Fields joined The Real Housewives of Atlanta, many scratched their heads at the odd choice. And it was clear that Kim was a fish out of water in comparison to the other housewives, as she did not return after completing her first and only season. Bravo’s attempt to diversify the original RHONY cast also blew up in their faces, as accusations of racism from the other housewives became a problem.

]]> Sat, 25 Nov 2023 18:46:15 GMT https://collider.com/real-housewives-of-potomac-casting/ Squid Game: The Challenge has recently premiered, and the series has drawn in Squid Game and non-Squid Game viewers alike. With 456 people competing in the competition, it’s surprising to see a player become a target within the first few games. That is precisely what happened to Bryton, whose bold personality rubbed many of the other players the wrong way. He was the first player to essentially be labeled public enemy number one to his other players, a title that Bryton takes little stock in. Bryton said, “The word[s] ‘villain’ and ‘enemy,’ blah, blah, blah… I've always said I don't think it's the right word to use for me, I like helping other people.”

]]> Fri, 24 Nov 2023 21:13:28 GMT https://collider.com/squid-game-the-challenge-bryton-strategy/ The first two games that the contestants face in Squid Game: The Challenge are probably the most well-known games that came from the original series—the first, of course, being Red Light, Green Light. The second challenge was the Dalgona Game. The star of this challenge is the dalgona itself, a circular cookie-sized candy that is made of sugar and baking soda. The candy is as delicate as it is crunchy, resembling caramel. In Squid Game, the cookies are imprinted with four shapes: a circle, a triangle, a star, and an umbrella. The goal of the game is to remove the imprinted shape from the dalgona candy without cracking or breaking the surrounding candy using only a small needle. If the candy cracks, the player is eliminated. If the shape is not removed from the candy in the allotted time frame, the player is eliminated.

]]> Thu, 23 Nov 2023 17:11:44 GMT https://collider.com/squid-game-the-challenge-dani-spencer/ Netflix could be thinking twice about turning the dangers of turning its television series into a reality. Some participants of Squid Game: The Challenge are threatening to take legal action against the company, according to a report from Deadline. The anonymous contestants claim that they were injured after having to stay motionless in very low temperatures over a prolonged period of time, which caused hypothermia and nerve damage. Filming for the reality show took place in the United Kingdom.

]]> Thu, 23 Nov 2023 16:51:29 GMT https://collider.com/squid-game-the-challenge-lawsuit/ Winter House got its start on Bravo as a seasonal counterpart to its sister show, Summer House. The main cast is often shared between the series, with married couple Kyle Cook and Amanda Batula anchoring the vacation-shared house and its rotating group of friends. Summer House itself started as a spin-off that was first featured in a fifth-season episode of network favorite Vanderpump Rules. This crossover episode features Vanderpump alum Stassi Schroeder as she introduces her Los Angeles friends to the summer share house hosted in Mantauk by her friends, the twins Ashley Wirkus and Lauren Wirkus. Bravo has been shrewdly utilizing the popularity of one franchise to drive interest toward another in this way ever since. It seems to be a formula that works.

]]> Thu, 23 Nov 2023 16:45:14 GMT https://collider.com/winter-house-ultimate-girls-trip-success/ Talk shows have been around since the early aughts of television. They peaked in the 90s, a time in which there was literally a talk show for everyone. Oprah Winfrey, Maury Povich, and Jerry Springer were household names, with episodes airing daily that people did not want to miss. Over time, however, the popularity of these series has declined. Most millennials have core memories of staying home from school sick and having to watch daytime talk shows because of it. Talk shows have been a part of American culture since the early days of radio and television. Like most shows and series, talk shows began as radio shows. Before the invention of the television, radio was king. It was the prime source of news and entertainment, leading to the occasional bout of mass panic, such as Orson Welles’ War of the Worlds radio play. The invention of the television changed the way people consume media. There was only one channel on the TVs of yesteryear, and it was the one channel that those fortunate enough to own were able to watch.

]]> Thu, 23 Nov 2023 16:30:14 GMT https://collider.com/tv-talk-show-popularity/ In the second episode of Season 8 of The Real Housewives of Potomac, Dr. Wendy Osefo shared that she'll be starting her own talk show. Last year's venture of opening a Nigerian-themed lounge did not work out, thanks to Peter Thomas, and before that, she also started a candle collection that still exists. In fact, it's safe to say that almost every season of RHOP following the premiere season has had a housewife launch a new line of something.

]]> Thu, 23 Nov 2023 16:00:14 GMT https://collider.com/real-housewives-of-potomac-businesses/ Felicia Cannon and Cirie Fields have not spoken since the Big Brother 25 finale. The milestone season came to an end on Thursday, November 9. Sitting in the final two chairs were Matt Klotz and Jag Bains while both Felicia and Cirie were two of the seven jury members that voted on who deserved to win the season. While the duo were the only two jury members to vote for Matt, Jag ultimately took home the big win.

]]> Wed, 22 Nov 2023 16:00:13 GMT https://collider.com/big-brother-25-felicia-cirie-relationship/ As Big Brother 25 recently came to an end, the milestone season was full of some iconic competitions. The show is known for having the most grueling yet entertaining competitions. The milestone season included some of the most iconic competitions to ever be featured on the show; however, there were also some fan-favorite competitions that were missing from the season.

]]> Wed, 22 Nov 2023 15:15:14 GMT https://collider.com/big-brother-season-25/ Fresh off of an excellent run on House of Villians, Tiffany “New York” Pollard is coming back to host a new series on OUTtv. Tiffany Pollard rose to reality TV fame on VH1’s Flavor of Love, where she competed for the affections of Public Enemy’s hype man, Flavor Flav. It was on Flavor of Love that she was given her nickname, New York. Tiffany made it to the end before Flav chose someone else in the finale. She made a triumphant return in Flavor of Love 2, initially as someone to help Flav choose the right lady. Flav wound up inviting New York back into the competition. New York made it to the end of the competition again, only to once again be left alone as Flav chose someone else.

]]> Wed, 22 Nov 2023 02:00:15 GMT https://collider.com/tiffany-pollard-dating-series/ With the year coming to an end, reality TV is reaching its apex with fresh content, harsh competition shows, new dating shows, lifestyle shows, and a Bravo fans' favorite: The Real Housewives franchise. As expected, Variety did their list for their "40 Most Powerful Women on Reality TV" in 2023, which came out on November 21. The list includes an array of reality TV royalty and big household names. To some people's surprise, an inclusive choice was made, as trans drag performer Sasha Colby made the list too. Sasha came to prominence on RuPaul's Drag Race Season 15 this year by becoming the "first native Hawaiian trans person to win the show".

]]> Wed, 22 Nov 2023 01:45:14 GMT https://collider.com/real-housewives-variety-40-most-powerful-women-in-reality-tv/ Any conversation and any move can be held against you in the Big Brother house. That's because the houseguests evict one person every week. So everyone wants to act on their best behavior and point out other people's suspicious behavior to try to win the $750,000 prize. The CBS show tries to cast people of different backgrounds who probably wouldn't meet each other in real life. That leads to surprising friendships and feuds.

]]> Tue, 21 Nov 2023 19:00:14 GMT https://collider.com/big-brother-25-jared-america-breaking-bad/ Now that Big Brother 25 has come to an end and the houseguests have had time to reflect on the season, Felicia Cannon is opening up about the lonely final days of the game. Felicia came in fourth place this season, making her the last member of the Big Brother jury. On finale night, Felicia cast her vote for Matt Klotz to be crowned the winner; however, Jag Bains ultimately took home the win.

]]> Tue, 21 Nov 2023 18:30:13 GMT https://collider.com/big-brother-25-felicia-cannon-final-days/ The Golden Bachelor delivered phenomenal ratings and was a refreshing change for the 27-year-old franchise that has become the go-to for reality romance. Listening to viewer feedback and leading with diversity and inclusion is not new to the franchise, but taking a chance at casting 72-year-old Gerry Turner was a calculated risk for the network that paid off in great ratings and breathed new life into the franchise. If social media engagement is an indicator, this season will undoubtedly be listed as a favorite in 'Bachelor Nation' history. Yes, Gerry, a handsome blonde-haired blue-eyed widower, was the perfect selection for the bachelor, but the season wouldn't have scored so well with fans if the ladies selected, aged 60 and up, weren't equally amazing.

]]> Tue, 21 Nov 2023 17:45:15 GMT https://collider.com/five-golden-bachelor-candidates-lead/ Braxton Family Values premiered on WeTV in 2011 and focused on Braxton siblings Toni, Traci, Towanda, Tamar, and Trina, and their mother, Evelyn Braxton. Toni, being the most well-known of the siblings, was the initial focus, as she was in the process of reviving her R&B career. The show became a quick hit among WeTV viewers, and soon, Toni was not the only star in the spotlight. The second youngest of the siblings, Tamar, quickly became a fan favorite thanks to her large personality and hilarious catchphrases. The series led to spin-offs for Tamar, including her show with her then-husband, Vincent Herbert, which was aptly titled Tamar & Vince. Braxton Family Values was a launch pad for Tamar’s solo music career, and she released two albums during the series' run. Siblings Traci and Trina also worked on solo projects during the show.

]]> Tue, 21 Nov 2023 16:00:13 GMT https://collider.com/braxton-family-values-potential-reboot/ Dr. Wendy Osefo has worn her Nigerian ancestry loud and proud, giving Real Housewives Of Potomac fans who are unaware of the cultural intricacies a little insight. This season has put this in the forefront thanks to the addition of a new housewife, Nneka Ihim, who is also of Nigerian descent. In Season 8, Episode 2, he topic of Wendy being Osu or, rather, Ashley Darby’s lie about Wendy being Osu was a major topic of discussion. Some Nigerian fans were upset by Wendy’s explanation of Osu, as they felt she misrepresented its meaning. Nigerian fans are also upset with Nneka and Robyn Dixon for demonizing Wendy’s mother and her spiritual practice. Because of colonization, spiritualities outside of Christianity have been demonized, especially those from the African diaspora, which has yet to be represented in a positive way in pop culture. RHOP has the opportunity to bring new light to that narrative, but they aren’t, which is angering many of the series' Nigerian viewers.

]]> Tue, 21 Nov 2023 15:31:14 GMT https://collider.com/real-housewives-of-potomac-wendy-osefo-nneka-nigerian/ The Selling Sunset reunion has the cast gather to talk about the events of the season with the help of host Tan France. Season 7 showed Chrishell Stause keeping her interactions with Nicole Young at a minimum. This is because they were at odds in season 6. Nicole claimed Chrishell took credit for her listings three years ago. The former soap opera actor was surprised by this and dished it back.

]]> Tue, 21 Nov 2023 00:00:13 GMT https://collider.com/selling-sunset-season-7-reunion-nicole-young-chrishell-stause/ Sandra Diaz-Twine played Survivor five times and mentored once. She also won the game twice and, therefore, fans and players really respect her. She is moving beyond the franchise by competing in season 2 of The Traitors, which currently doesn't have a release date. Sandra stays active in the Survivor community and keeps in touch with other castaways including one that has the opposite reputation.

]]> Mon, 20 Nov 2023 22:15:14 GMT https://collider.com/survivor-sandra-diaz-twine/ Selling Sunset has shown Jason Oppenheim's ex-girlfriends and current ones. It's a running joke that he dated multiple women who work at his brokerage. But Jason also dates younger women who aren't at The Oppenheim Group. After season 7, it's time to stop making Jason's love life a story for the show because Marie-Lou Nurk's story completely flopped on the Netflix show.

]]> Mon, 20 Nov 2023 19:15:14 GMT https://collider.com/selling-sunset-jason-oppenheim-girlfriends/ The early 2000s was a time in which reality TV was still identifying itself as a genre. Reality TV wasn’t the wild west adventure it is today, it was uncharted territory that creators were beginning to explore. It was at this time that Sean Combs, known as Puff Daddy at the time, created and premiered his show Making the Band on MTV. Making the Band was an instant hit where fans got to watch the full process of putting a supergroup together. Viewers loved watching the wild activities Diddy had his band trainees do to come together as a group. They seemed ridiculous, and they were. Despite this, Diddy insisted that these challenges and activities were necessary to become a true artist. And everyone, both on screen and off, believed that to be true. Since those days, the world has changed, and so has the ugly reality behind Making the Band has come to light in recent years.

]]> Mon, 20 Nov 2023 19:00:16 GMT https://collider.com/diddy-abuse-making-the-band/ Basketball Wives premiered in 2010 to an audience that was obsessed with sports and celebrity culture. Because social media wasn't a thing in the early 2000's, there was still a sense of mystery about what happened behind the velvet rope at high-profile clubs and the elite zip codes reserved for professional athletes and their significant others. Creator Shaunie O'Neal was one of the most celebrated athlete wives, married to franchise player Shaquille O'Neal. Shaunie and Shaq ruled as the proverbial homecoming king and queen of the NBA, with Shaunie's diminutive stature being an adorable contrast to Shaquille's giant presence. Although there were rumors of infidelity and things being less than perfect, Shaunie represented to most fans the pretty girl next door whose life was transformed by marrying one of the richest and most celebrated athletes of his time. When Shaunie announced she was executive producing a reality show showcasing the privileged lives of basketball wives, fiancés and girlfriends, VH1 was all in.

]]> Mon, 20 Nov 2023 18:30:14 GMT https://collider.com/basketball-wives-has-run-its-course/ Paris Hilton, the original influencer and ultimate party girl, makes her return with Season 2 of Paris in Love, a Peacock reality TV series chronicling the heiress-slash-businesswoman as she navigates some of the most significant changes in her life. From marriage to motherhood, Paris Hilton learns how to juggle her personal and professional spheres all while staying fab and living her best life.

]]> Mon, 20 Nov 2023 11:30:20 GMT https://collider.com/paris-in-love-season-2-release-date-trailer-what-to-expect/ Drew Sidora and Sanya Richards-Ross are two of the latest additions to the Real Housewives of Atlanta, but it seems as if they may not be returning for Season 16. Both Sidora and Richards-Ross have removed the show from their Instagram bios. The news comes at a time when rumors are swirling about the show doing a reboot in the same way that The Real Housewives of New York had done with its Season 14 cast. Sidora joined the cast in Season 13, with Richards-Ross joining the show the following season but it wasn't enough for fans to get excited about the most recent season of the series.

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