Leah McSweeney Sues Andy Cohen, Bravo For Discrimination

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‘Real Housewives of New York’ star Leah McSweeney has filed a lawsuit against Andy Cohen, Bravo, and others, alleging a toxic work environment and discrimination. The lawsuit claims that the producers created a harmful atmosphere that exploited her mental health and alcohol use disorder in the pursuit of drama.

Allegations of Pressure and Exploitation

Leah alleges that she was pressured to consume alcohol during her time on the show, despite the producers being aware of her addiction struggles. She points to instances where she felt her newfound sobriety was disregarded, including a text message from a co-star that she interpreted as a reference to her sobriety. Additionally, she claims that Andy Cohen and other Housewives and Bravo stars engage in cocaine use, with alleged rewards for those who participate in the drug use with favorable TV edits.

Response and Legal Action

A representative for Andy Cohen has stated that the claims against him are false. Leah is seeking unspecified damages, citing discrimination based on her known alcohol problem and other issues, as well as the failure to make accommodations during her time on the shows. This lawsuit comes in the wake of other ‘Housewives’ drama involving Andy Cohen, who has also been accused of sexually harassing another ‘Real Housewives’ alum, Brandi Glanville.