Andy Cohen, Bravo settle bitter lawsuit with ‘RHONY’ alum Leah McSweeney who claimed they preyed on her alcoholism
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Key Points:
- Andy Cohen and Bravo have settled a lawsuit with "Real Housewives of New York" star Leah McSweeney, avoiding the network's first courtroom trial against a cast member.
- McSweeney sued Bravo and Cohen, alleging they exploited her alcohol addiction to boost ratings by pressuring her to drink and undermining her sobriety during filming.
- A judge acknowledged Bravo's First Amendment rights but sought answers on the alleged harsh tactics used to encourage McSweeney’s drinking, including harassment and coaching other cast members to disparage her.
- McSweeney withdrew the suit following the settlement, with her attorney expressing satisfaction with the outcome; the settlement amount remains undisclosed.
- The lawsuit also included claims that Cohen snorted cocaine with cast members, which he denied and labeled defamatory, though no legal action has been taken regarding those allegations.
