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☆ Sexism, Cheating, and Nightclubs: Inside the Dark Heart of Chess
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-09 | by ( Rob Price | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +18 min

Socialites are playing chess on "The Real Housewives of New York City." In 1990, according to the US Chess Federation, only 4% of chess players were women. Out in the world, chess' resurgence has been accompanied by a wave of new clubs and events. I made a pilgrimage to the Marshall Chess Club, a 109-year-old institution in Greenwich Village. The following evening, I went to an East Village bar and found a very different scene at Club Chess.

Persons: we'd, she'd, I'd, festers, Judit Polgár, Gary Kasparov, —, Juliana Gallin, Jennifer Shahade, Alejandro Ramírez, Ramírez —, Ramírez, Shahade, Levy, Hikaru Nakamura, Rey, Anna Cramling, Miguel Pereira, Cramling, Nakamura, Bill Withers, Frank Marshall, Alexander Luke Bahta —, athleisure, you've, it's, Magnus Carlsen, Hans Niemann, Carlsen, Niemann, Dean Mouhtaropoulos, I've, Kasparov, they're, Vladimir Kramnik, Chess.com, Kramnik, Fabiano Caruana, Dan Timbrell, doesn't Organizations: Mechanics ' Institute, Housewives, New, US Chess Federation, FIDE, Washington Post, Marshall Chess Club, Chess, The Guardian, New York, whacking, Computer, YouTube Locations: San Francisco, New York City, Berkeley , California, Greenwich Village, hipsters, American, East, Canadian, Romanian, Netherlands, It's, New York, Russian

☆ A high-powered NYC lawyer is suing his ex for custody of their poodle and $208K, saying the pet is 'more than a dog' to him
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-25 | by ( Joshua Zitser | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

A New York City lawyer is suing his ex-boyfriend, also a lawyer, for custody of a miniature poodle. The couple purchased the dog — Raven — together in 2020, but broke up last month. Taylor Leighton, who called the dog his 'child,' is also seeking more than $200,000 in damages. AdvertisementA New York lawyer is suing his former boyfriend, also a lawyer, for custody of their miniature poodle and more than $200,000 in damages, according to an affidavit published by the Daily Beast. AdvertisementIn the affidavit, Leighton argued that although Nathan Greess contributed $2,000 toward the purchase, it was only because he owed money for household expenses.

Persons: —, Taylor Leighton, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer, Feld, Countess Raven, Raven, Luann, Leighton, Nathan Greess Organizations: Service, Daily, Feld LLP, Housewives, New, Scripps News Locations: York City, York, Minnesota, New York City, Raven

☆ Women in New York City are getting randomly punched in the face, and no one knows why
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-30 | by ( Alia Shoaib | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Several women in New York City have made TikTok videos about being randomly punched in public. AdvertisementWomen in New York City are getting randomly punched in the face, and no one knows why. The random punching attacks have unsettled women in New York CityNew York City at dusk. AdvertisementPsychological impactThe spate of random punching attacks has unsurprisingly unsettled women in New York City. AdvertisementDespite the recent influx of alarming stories, data shows that crime rates in New York City have decreased in 2024 compared to last year.

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☆ The Real Housewives are turning on Bravo and Andy Cohen. Here's what to know about the lawsuits and turmoil behind the scenes.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-24 | by ( Caralynn Matassa | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +15 min

Two "Real Housewives" stars have filed suits alleging mistreatment and a hostile workplace. She returned to the franchise for the fourth season of the spinoff "The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip," where cast members from various series within the franchise go on a vacation together. The incident in question never aired — the entire season was shelved and its premiere date swapped with a different season, "The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: RHONY Legacy," which aired instead. Mr. Cohen never used cocaine with any cast member on any Real Housewives show or with any other Bravo employee." Former "Real Housewives of Atlanta" star NeNe Leakes has also accused Cohen and Bravo of racist behavior, insinuating it's why she left the show.

Persons: Bravo, Andy Cohen's, —, Andy Cohen, Cohen, Peacock, Caroline Manzo, Manzo, Brandi Glanville, Glanville, isn't, Derek Smith, Mr, Glanville's, Matt Lauer, Kate Chastain, Brandi, they've, Leah McSweeney, McSweeney, costars, Lisa Shannon, Leah, she'd, Cohen's, Ms, McSweeney's, didn't, Bethenny Frankel, Frankel, Frankel aren't, Eboni K, Williams, costars Luann, Lesseps, Sonja Morgan, Ramona Singer, NeNe Leakes, Monique Samuels, Candiace Dillard Bassett, Samuels Organizations: Housewives, Service, Bravo, Shed Media, Housewives of, BI, Beverly Hills, Warner Bros, NBC, New, People, Real Housewives, Atlanta Locations: Housewives of New Jersey, Morocco, Glanville, New York City, York

☆ A former 'Real Housewives' star with alcoholism is suing Bravo and Andy Cohen, accusing them of making her relapse for ratings
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-28 | by ( Joshua Zitser | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read previewLeah McSweeney, known for appearances on Seasons 12 and 13 of "The Real Housewives of New York City," is suing Bravo, executive producer Andy Cohen, and others, accusing them of encouraging her to relapse for ratings. AdvertisementMcSweeney, who also appeared on the spin-off show "The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip," was candid with viewers and producers about her sobriety journey. According to the lawsuit, McSweeney had been sober for around nine years until a brief relapse about five months before joining the show. However, according to the complaint, producers discriminated against her by intentionally planning scenarios intended to exacerbate her disabilities.

Persons: —, Leah McSweeney, Bravo, Andy Cohen, McSweeney, Cohen, Andy, Brandi Glanville, Caroline Manzo Organizations: Service, Housewives, New, of, Business, Bravo, Shed Media, Warner Media, Beverly Hills, Housewives of Locations: New York City, Southern, of New York, Housewives of New Jersey

☆ How Bethenny Frankel grew her influencer business to $3.2 million a year after leaving reality TV behind
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-17 | by ( Madeline Berg | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

In 2023, her first full year of embracing the status of "influencer," Frankel earned $3.2 million in endorsement deals, according to documents reviewed by BI. Bethenny Frankel, the "accidental influencer"Despite her path to that success through reality TV, she calls herself an "accidental influencer." Photo by Heidi GutmanFrankel's path from reality TV to Skinnygirl to actingFor the unfamiliar, Frankel wasn't just in reality TV — she made Housewives history when she founded Skinnygirl Cocktails and then sold it in 2011. The deal was big enough to prompt networks to include so-called "Bethenny Clauses" in reality TV contracts, which require reality stars to give the networks a cut of businesses promoted on air. "I left reality TV and honestly thought the faucet would turn off because that's what happens, and I was fine with that," she said.

Persons: —, Bethenny Frankel, Thomas, Frankel, Fred Flinstone, — Frankel, she's, She's, Dunkin, TikTok, CoverGirl, Frankel doesn't, Heidi Gutman, Frankel wasn't, Frankel haven't, Lady Gaga, Addison Rae, that's Organizations: Service, Business, Housewives, New, Bravo, BI, Brands, L'Oreal, YouTube, SEC Locations: New York, TikTok

NEW YORK (AP) — Executive producer Ryan Murphy is known for creating vivid TV worlds where high drama feels completely normal. Costume designer and producer Lou Eyrich has helped him bring these worlds alive, and their latest collaboration, “Feud: Capote vs. Eyrich said Watts, who plays Babe Paley, “got hit the hardest” as the main character besides Capote. While the real Paley wore a designer dress with a fur coat to the ball, Posen made adjustments. “She took everybody’s notes really to heart and she really wanted it to be collaborative.

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☆ Caroline Manzo slams TV network Bravo and accuses 'Real Housewives' costar Brandi Glanville of sexual assault in lawsuit
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-27 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Caroline Manzo has sued Bravo over alleged sexual assault incidents. Manzo alleges in the lawsuit that Glanville sexually assaulted and harassed her on the third day of filming the show. Per the lawsuit, Glanville reportedly kissed Manzo without her consent while mounting her and "humping" her. Brandi Glanville also appeared in the second season of "The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip" which aired in 2022. Representatives for Manzo, Glanville, and Bravo did not respond to requests for comment from Business Insider, which were sent outside of regular working hours.

Persons: Caroline Manzo, Bravo, Brandi Glanville, —, Manzo, Glanville, Zack DeZon, Peacock, groped, Derek Smith, Charles Sykes, Brandi Organizations: Daily, Service, Housewives of, Bravo, Forest Productions, Warner Bros . Entertainment, NBC Universal Media, Shed Media, New York, Business, Housewives, Beverly, Getty, Manzo Locations: Morocco, Housewives of New Jersey, Beverly Hills, Glanville

☆ We picked our baby's name because it wasn't popular. Now it's 'trendy,' and I'm angry AF.
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-19 | by ( Irina Gonzalez | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

When we chose the name Rio, it wasn't popular, but it slowly is becoming a trendy name. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . One of the biggest reasons we chose this particular name is because it wasn't popular, and now it's becoming trendy. I can only imagine how the influence of a popular TV show will increase the name's popularity further. I'm sure that I'm not the only parent to have changed feelings about their child's name after the fact, so it'll all be OK.

Persons: —, Irina, Tam, I've Organizations: Service, Housewives Locations: Rio, Spanish, York

☆ The life and career of Jenna Lyons, Real Housewife and former J. Crew executive
▼ + stars: | 2023-12-05 | by ( Jennifer Ortakales Dawkins | Haley Tenore | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Jenna Lyons began her career at J.Crew in 1990 and climbed the ranks to become creative director. Lyons is the first openly gay woman to star on Real Housewives of New York. The fashion designer and executive played a major role in reviving the preppy apparel brand J.Crew in the 2010s. She's moved on to other endeavors, including a fake lash business and joining the cast of Real Housewives of New York City. Here's everything we know about Lyons' life and career as a fashion designer and former creative director of J.

Persons: Jenna Lyons, Lyons, —, She's, J Organizations: J.Crew, Real Housewives, New, Service, J Locations: New York, New York City

☆ Ex-J.Crew exec says she used to work 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. without a break, followed by hours of phone meetings at home
▼ + stars: | 2023-12-03 | by ( Haley Tenore | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Crew's former president Jenna Lyons recalled working over ten hours a day. Lyons spoke on a recent podcast, which was released Monday. Lyons said she worked 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. with no breaks, then answered phone calls at home. In the podcast episode, Lyons spoke about her time leading J.Crew, during which she oversaw the J.Crew, Madewell, and Factory divisions. "When I left my job, my whole world sort of dismantled," Lyons told Time.

Persons: Crew's, Jenna Lyons, Lyons, —, She's, Lauryn Evarts, Michael Bosstick, Tim Cook's, J.Crew, Cass Bird Organizations: Service, Housewives, New, Apple, Time Magazine, Time Locations: New York, J.Crew

☆ A New York City Socialite Returns to Her Southern Roots
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-24 | by ( Sadiba Hasan | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

From the mid- to late-2000s, Ms. Mortimer dominated the New York social scene as a prominent guest at the most glamorous charity balls and fashion shows. She attracted the cameras in her colorful baby-doll designer dresses and was omnipresent in the papers and gossip pages. She settled into a quiet, private life in Augusta, Ga., with Mr. Bovard and his three children. “I love Augusta. Mr. Bovard was a groomsman at the wedding.

Persons: Tinsley Randolph Mortimer, Mortimer, Robert Dennis Bovard, Bovard, “, Augusta, I’m, Mercer Ferguson Organizations: New, York Magazine, Housewives, University of the Locations: New York, New York City, Augusta , Ga, Richmond, Va

☆ See the best red carpet looks from the 2023 CFDA Awards
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-07 | by ( Manav Tanneeru | Leah Dolan | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

Taylor Hill/FilmMagic/Getty Images Hari Nef arrived in hot-off-the-runway JW Anderson. Taylor Hill/FilmMagic/Getty Images Molly Ringwald stepped out in a scarlet red Zac Posen number. Taylor Hill/FilmMagic/Getty Images Jenna Lyons opted for a classic back suit with a fitted waist. Taylor Hill/FilmMagic/Getty ImagesSerena Williams, who became the first athlete to be honored as a CFDA Fashion Icon, similarly opted for an all-American designer. Taylor Hill/FilmMagic/Getty ImagesKim Kardashian and Law Roach, meanwhile, broke from the ranks and chose to amplify smaller US designers in two equally eye-catching looks.

Persons: Willy Chavarria, Catherine Holstein —, —, Olsen, Anne Hathaway, Dimitrios Kambouris, Demi Moore, Carolina Herrera sequined, Taylor, Devon Lee Carlson, Jeremy O, Harris, Chloe Sevigny, Gwyneth Paltrow, Hari Nef, Molly Ringwald, Zac Posen, Jenna Lyons, Greta Lee, Emma Chamberlain, Thom Browne, Ashley Graham, Anne, Ralph Lauren’s, jean, Britney Spears, it’s, Ralph Lauren, Vanessa Hudgens, Vera Wang, Anne Hathaway's, Serena Williams, Williams, Thom Browne —, “, ” Williams, Hudgens, Wang, Wang —, Kim Kardashian, Law Roach, Roach Organizations: CNN, of Fashion Designers of America, American Museum of, Getty, Anderson, Housewives, New York, U.S ., York Locations: New York City, New York, Carolina, Los Angeles, Brooklyn

☆ Jeans as Formalwear: How the Divisive Look Became a Style Power Move in 2023
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-27 | by ( Tyler Mccall | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

THE BIGGEST SCANDAL on the set of the latest “Real Housewives of New York” reunion taping in September wasn’t a catty confessional interview or backstabbing dinner conversation. It was a pair of Levi’s. Jenna Lyons , one of the franchise’s new faces and the former creative director of J.Crew, broke with unspoken “Housewives” reunion protocol and eschewed frippery, instead wearing a blazer, sheer top and jeans. “The women normally go all out with rhinestones, feathers and gowns to the floor,” said Brian Moylan, author of 2021’s “The Housewives.” Lyons’s outfit triggered fan furor on social media. As Moylan explained, “For Jenna to wear jeans seemed like [she was] disrespecting the level of effort it takes to be a Housewife.”

Persons: Jenna Lyons, J.Crew, ”, Brian Moylan, Moylan, Jenna Organizations: THE, Housewives, New York

☆ Why food giants are rushing into a world of mustard Skittles and caviar-topped Pringles
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-27 | by ( Laura Petrecca | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

A "crisps and caviar" snack kit from Pringles and The Caviar Co. While brand partnerships are a tried-and-true tactic to get attention, the marketing mashups of 2023 take it to a whole new level. Waning consumer attention spans and the escalating number of marketing messages have forced companies to find novel ways to break through. Beanstalk put together the partnership between Kellogg's Pringles brand and The Caviar Co. after noticing a trend on TikTok where users added a dollop of caviar on the chip. The three caviar kits, priced at $49, $110, and $140 — which include separate containers of Pringles and caviar — went viral on social media, with users posting videos of the kits and doing taste tests.

Persons: Tiffany, Burger King, Daniel Anderson, Allison Ames Organizations: Nike, Revlon, Stone Creamery, Kellogg's, Housewives, New Locations: New York

☆ Who Is Nadine Arslanian, Bob Menendez's Wife Indicted in a Bribery Scandal?
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-11 | by ( Michelle Mark | Katherine Long | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +17 min

Sen. Bob Menendez and his wife Nadine Arslanian arrive at federal court following an indictment on corruption charges. Still, even prior to Menendez and federal indictment, Arslanian brushed up against fame and scandal. Arslanian "liked nice things," Anton told Insider. The longtime friend, who asked not to be identified by name, told Insider that Arslanian was conscious of her looks. AdvertisementAdvertisement"We felt that it was a very one-sided investigation," Koop's sister, Rosemarie Koop-Angelicola, told Insider.

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☆ Anna Delvey, the ‘fake heiress’, hosted a rooftop fashion show — under house arrest
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-13 | by ( Jacqui Palumbo | Alex Rees | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

New York City CNN —Swarming crowds and extravagant locations are par for the course at New York Fashion Week. On Monday, a packed rooftop show hosted by convicted felon Anna Delvey became one of the more unusual runways the city has seen in recent years. Delvey (left), wearing a bedazzled suit jacket designed by Shao Yang, poses with publicist Kelly Cutrone (right) after the show. Courtesy ShaoModels in the lobby of Delvey's East Village apartment building before beginning their ascent to its rooftop. As the crowd swelled, designer Yang was at one point almost denied access to her own show.

Persons: Anna Delvey, ”, Anna ”, Delvey, Shao Yang, Kelly Cutrone, Shao, Dominik Bindl, “, Cutrone, —, Delvey’s —, Yang, Nicola Formichetti, Leah McSweeney, ’ Yang, ” Yang Organizations: York, York City CNN, New York, Netflix, People’s, Agency, CNN, Housewives, New Locations: York City, Germany, New York, New, Delvey’s

☆ Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt's 2000 wedding is still remembered fondly by one of their guests
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-16 | by ( Marianne Garvey | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt treated guests at their lavish 2000 wedding like VIPs. Actor Michael Rapaport was a guest on “Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen” earlier this week, where he revealed he was among the roughly 200 invited guests at the Malibu wedding. “I was at Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston’s wedding. Pitt and Aniston were married for five years before they announced their divorce but remain friendly. Michael Rapaport Recounts Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston’s Wedding | WWHLWatch Rapaport talk caviar here.

Persons: Jennifer Aniston, Brad Pitt, Michael Rapaport, Andy Cohen ”, “, Erin Lichy, ” Rapaport, Jennifer Aniston’s, ” Cohen, I’ve, Aniston, Pitt Organizations: CNN, “ Real Housewives, New, Hamptons Locations: New York City

☆ On the New ‘Real Housewives of New York City,’ Everyone Has Something to Sell
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-14 | by ( Allie Jones | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

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☆ A day in the life of Erin Lichy, the new 'Real Housewives of New York City' cast member whose day job is selling and flipping luxury real estate
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-04 | by ( Jordan Pandy | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

She is also a cast mate on the rebooted "Real Housewives of New York City," premiering July 16. Her two jobs play off each other: One day Lichy might sell a dated $5 million condo on the Upper West Side. While Lichy works with sellers to maximize their profit when listing a property, she's dabbled in flipping properties, too. Lichy earned her real-estate license at 19 years old and received a master's degree in sustainable development from New York University. Five of the new 'Real Housewives of New York City' cast members with Lichy at right.

Persons: Erin Lichy, Douglas Elliman's Eklund Gomes, —, Lichy, she's, hasn't, It's, Tesla, Abraham, Abraham Lichy, Levi, Layla, Elijah, Eklund Gomes, Homegirl, She's, it's, Le Cuona, We've, Erin Lichy She'll Organizations: Housewives, New, Service, Douglas Elliman's Eklund Gomes Team, New York University, New York City, NBC Locations: New York City, New, New York, Tribeca, Manhattan, Barry's, Flatiron, Tribeca ., romaine, Ubers, Brasserie

☆ A Bravo-obsessed Instagram account and podcast notched its biggest growth month ever amid 'Vanderpump Rules' #Scandoval. Here's its plan to keep the momentum going as the drama winds down.
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-22 | by ( Ashley Rodriguez | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

The most explosive season of Bravo's "Vanderpump Rules" ended last week. The world of "Vanderpump Rules" was rocked in March when longtime cast member Ariana Madix discovered her partner of nine years, Tom Sandoval, had been having an affair with one of her close friends, Raquel Leviss. One Bravo-focused account seized the #Scandoval moment and gained 44,000 Instagram followersBravo by Betches, an Instagram account devoted to all things Bravo from Betches Media, had its biggest growth month ever during March. While growth has slowed since peak #Scandoval, the women's media company has managed to sustain some of the Vanderpump bump. Before #Scandoval, the audience for "Vanderpump Rules" had been waning and Bravo by Betches wasn't posting about the show as much.

Persons: Betches, Ariana Madix, Tom Sandoval, Raquel Leviss, dishing, Bravo, Madix, Sami Sage, Daisy Kelliher, Dylan Hafer, —, It's, lt's, Hafer Organizations: Bravo, Betches, Betches Media, Apple, Housewives, New Locations: Orange County, New York

☆ Wealthy shoppers keep flocking to Aldi and dollar stores and say there's no longer any stigma, report says
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-20 | by ( Grace Dean | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Wealthy shoppers are increasingly turning to discount stores like Aldi, Dollar Tree, and Dollar General. This is because of inflation, improved product quality, and changing attitudes to discount stores. Morgan Pierce, who The Journal reported earns about $200,000 a year working at McDonald's corporate office in Chicago, visits Aldi and dollar stores for staples. People who The Journal spoke to said that the idea of shopping at discount stores was no longer as stigmatized. Soaring inflation during 2021 and 2022 combined with better-quality budget products and a rising number of brand-agnostic shoppers have all helped to push wealthier shoppers to discount stores.

Persons: —, Morgan Pierce, I'm, Pierce, Rick Dreiling, Kelly Dilts, Bob Gillman, Bethenny Frankel, It's, Dreiling Organizations: Service, Wall Street, Aldi, Dollar, YouTube, Housewives, New Locations: Aldi, Chicago, New York City

☆ How Bravo's 'Vanderpump Rules' and #Scandoval have boosted NBCUniversal's Peacock as streamers increasingly lean into reality TV
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-11 | by ( Ashley Rodriguez | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Peacock seized on the recent runaway success of "Vanderpump Rules" to reach new audiences. It also shows the potential for Peacock's reality-TV shows compared to those on other top streamers. The surge shows how Peacock — whose Instagram bio still reads: "Why are you reading this bio instead of watching Vanderpump Rules rn?" Thanks in part to its Bravo catalog, Peacock is in one of the best positions to capitalize on its unscripted TV pile. Recent Parrot Analytics data first published by TVREV shows Peacock had the second-largest US share of demand for unscripted TV programming during Q1, and ample supply.

Persons: Peacock, Jax Taylor, Brittany Cartwright, Lisa Vanderpump, Ariana Madix, Tom Sandoval, Raquel Leviss, we've, I've, TVREV, HBO Max, Scandoval Organizations: West Hollywood, Housewives, Beverly, Bravo, Housewives of, Warner Bros, Discovery, HBO, Netflix, Hulu Locations: West, Beverly Hills, Jersey

☆ Data shows how Bravo's 'Vanderpump Rules' and #Scandoval have boosted NBCUniversal's Peacock as streamers increasingly lean into reality TV
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-10 | by ( Ashley Rodriguez | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Peacock seized on the recent runaway success of "Vanderpump Rules" to reach new audiences. Data shows how the streamer's marketing and programming efforts to capitalize on the show's high-profile drama have played out. It also shows the potential for Peacock's reality-TV shows compared to those on other top streamers. The surge shows how Peacock — whose Instagram bio still reads: "Why are you reading this bio instead of watching Vanderpump Rules rn?" Recent Parrot Analytics data first published by TVREV shows Peacock had the second-largest US share of demand for unscripted TV programming during Q1, and ample supply.

☆ Bethenny Frankel still had Ikea furniture while shooting 'Real Housewives of New York': 'I never spent a dime'
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-10 | by ( Nicolas Vega | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

In a recent TikTok post, the 52-year-old spoke about how she was militant about not spending money she didn't have. Frankel earned just $7,250 for her star-making turn on the first season of "The Real Housewives of New York." "My apartment was furnished by Ikea when I was on the 'Housewives of New York,'" she said. In the years following her "Housewives" debut, Frankel started and sold her Skinnygirl Cocktails brand for a reported $100 million. "I was always terrified, because you don't spend money you don't f---ing have."

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