Bravo Has Intense Rules For Casting And Firing 'The Real Housewives'
The Real Housewives franchise started with Rhoc in 2006 and has evolved into a full-blown audition process for casting. Potential housewives need a strong social media presence, community reputation, industry recommendation, and must be open. Bravo listens to fan feedback in deciding who to fire from the show, focusing on authenticity and group dynamics.
Real Housewives looked very different when it started with the Orange County franchise (Rhoc) in 2006. At that time, the show's original producer, Scott Dunlop initially thought of making a short film about the now beloved "tennis b------" and "unusual" and "annoying" characters alongside their "men of leisure". But once Andy Cohen saw a sizzle reel of this bunch, he knew Bravo needed to turn it into a reality series. Back then, casting wasn't as intense as it is now, with all the contract and salary drama involved.
It started with Vicki Gunvalson's son, Michael Wolfsmith, who...
Real Housewives looked very different when it started with the Orange County franchise (Rhoc) in 2006. At that time, the show's original producer, Scott Dunlop initially thought of making a short film about the now beloved "tennis b------" and "unusual" and "annoying" characters alongside their "men of leisure". But once Andy Cohen saw a sizzle reel of this bunch, he knew Bravo needed to turn it into a reality series. Back then, casting wasn't as intense as it is now, with all the contract and salary drama involved.
It started with Vicki Gunvalson's son, Michael Wolfsmith, who...
- 8/12/2024
- by Gia Marcos
- The Things
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