5 Juicy Moments From Modern Reality TV Shows

Reality TV is buzzing with behind-the-scenes scoop and big-name confessions! From paycheck revelations to drama-packed experiences, reality stars are letting fans in on what filming is really like. Actress Tisha Campbell even revealed she turned down an offer to join a hit Real Housewives franchise, explaining it’s “not the time” but gave props to others building massive careers out of reality stardom. In other Bravo news, Bethenny Frankel slammed the RHONY reboot, saying fan-favorite OGs like Sonja Morgan deserve justice and called out declining viewership.

Meanwhile, Kim Zolciak shared she has “severe PTSD” from her time on RHOA but hinted she might consider a return thanks to cast changes. And behind the camera, producer SallyAnn Salsano dished that the magic of shows like Jersey Shore lies in capturing the unexpected, saying, “The best shows go sideways.” Now, that’s some tea!

This report was produced with the help of AI tools, which summarized previous stories reported and written by McClatchy journalists. It was edited by journalists from Us Weekly.