Andy Cohen, Bravo's longtime host and executive producer, reflected on the network's enduring appeal in an interview with Variety. The 'Real Housewives' franchise recently marked its 20th anniversary—a rare milestone for any entertainment property. Cohen, who hosts 'Watch What Happens Live' five nights a week alongside his SiriusXM show, discussed the intimate connection audiences develop with Bravo's casts and the recent 'Summer House' reunion. The franchise's longevity speaks to audiences' appetite for the manufactured drama and interpersonal conflict that has become Bravo's signature.

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