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For Real: The Story of Reality TV

2021

Last aired: S1 E7, Make It Work · 2021-05-06

For Real: The Story of Reality TV will rewind the clock and revisit some of the most iconic reality television moments that have undoubtedly shaped the world we live in today and share the inside scoop from the icons who lived it. From "Keeping Up with the Kardashians," "The Bachelor," and "The Real World," to "The Real Housewives," "Survivor" and more, the genre has evolved tremendously since its inception and radically affected society on a global scale. In each episode, Cohen will explore a pivotal theme or moment from reality television, sit down with some of the biggest, most memorable names in the unscripted world and include commentary from industry pioneers, producers and journalists.

Cast

Andy Cohen Host

Season 1

E1 Celebs: Just Like Us? 2021-03-25 · 60 min The Osbournes, the Kardashians, Kendra Wilkinson and Danny Bonaduce reveal the pros and cons of pioneering "celebreality." Host Andy Cohen ambushes Kim, Khloé, Kourtney and Kris on set.

E2 Is it Real? 2021-04-01 · 60 min Find out what was real and what wasn't on some of reality TV's first hit shows. Andy Cohen reunites four original cast members of The Real World; secrets are revealed.

E3 Addicted to Love 2021-04-08 · 60 min Stars of 90 Day Fiancé, Catfish, Rock of Love and Temptation Island reveal what really happened when they searched for love on reality TV. Jason and Molly Mesnick spill secrets of The Bachelor.

E4 How the Other Half Lives 2021-04-15 · 60 min Andy Cohen and Real Housewives Kyle, Teresa and Caroline look at Reality TV's fascination with the wealthy. Plus, how shows like Jersey Shore and Below Deck turned regular people into stars.

E5 Makeover My Life 2021-04-22 · 60 min Carson Kressley, Tabatha Coffey, Ty Pennington, Thom Filicia and Bob Harper share secrets of Makeover TV. Find out if changes last when host Andy Cohen meets up with past contestants from The Swan, The Biggest Loser and Queer Eye For the Straight Guy.

E6 Shock and Awe 2021-04-29 · 60 min Host Andy Cohen looks at how TV not only shocks and disgusts, with shows like Bad Girls Club, Mama June: From Not to Hot and Fear Factor, but also informs with shows like Botched; celebrates previously marginalized groups with shows like I am Jazz.

E7 Make It Work 2021-05-06 · 60 min Andy Cohen and stars of America's Next Top Model, American Idol, and The Apprentice reveal secrets of reality competition shows. Plus an inspiring discussion of Black Girl Magic & Reality TV. with Vivica A. Fox and Kandi Burruss.

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