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Bravo is a basic cable TV network that debuted on Dec. 8, 1980. It initially specialized in fine arts and film programming but has become popular for its reality TV series such as the Real Housewives franchise. Hits have included Queer Eye for the Straight Guy, The Real Housewives of Atlanta, The Real Housewives of New Jersey, The Real Housewives of New York City, and Southern Charm. The channel's most popular current series include Below Deck, Project Runway, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, The Real Housewives of Potomac, The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, Vanderpump Rules, and Watch What Happens Live. The last is hosted and executive-produced by Andy Cohen, who also executive-produces the Real Housewives franchise.
- Founder: AMC Networks
- Launched: Dec. 8, 1980
- Owner: NBCUniversal
- How to watch: Cable provider, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Bravo mobile app, BravoTV.com
- Top programs: Below Deck, Project Runway, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Top Chef, Vanderpump Rules, Watch What Happens Live
- Best known for: The Real Housewives franchise and other reality TV series
- Cultural impact: The channel spawned the term "Bravolebrity" for its shows' many celebrities.
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‘The Bachelorette’ Season 21 Hometown Spoilers: Who Goes Home?

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Is Andy Cohen Leaving Bravo?

A new report from In Touch claims that Andy Cohen is considering leaving Bravo, but the network says there's no truth to the rumors.

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Published on August 15, 2024

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Bravolebrities Reunite: ‘VPR,’ ‘Real Housewives,’ and ‘The Valley’ Stars Gather to Celebrate Sutton Stracke

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Brandi Glanville Slams Caroline Manzo Lawsuit, Claims Manzo Has ‘Buyer’s Remorse’

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Kyle Richards is seen on March 12, 2024 in Los Angeles, California

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‘RHOBH’ Star Kyle Richards Went Sober for ‘Health and Beauty’

Kyle Richards celebrated two years sober in July. She says she did it for health and beauty reasons.

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Every Time Andy Cohen Has Suggested ‘RHONJ’ Will Be Completely Recast for Season 15

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Cast members Kelli Ferrell, Phaedra Parks, Angela Oakley, and Drew Sidora smile for the camera while filming season 16 of The Real Housewives of Atlanta

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Phaedra Parks Gives Sneak Peek of ‘RHOA’ Filming Season 16 Amidst Gutted Cast

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Melissa Gorga Claims Luis Ruelas’ Ex Isn’t the Only Person From His Past to Reach Out

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by Andrea Francese

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Another Rumors Hints at a ‘The Real Housewives of New Jersey’ Complete Refresh

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Jackie Goldschneider, Jennifer Aydin, Margaret Josephs, Dolores Catania, Teresa Giudice, Melissa Gorga, Jennifer Fessler, Rachel Fuda, and Danielle Cabral pose together during season 13 of 'The Real Housewives of New Jersey'

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‘The Real Housewives of New Jersey’: Dramatic Fight in the Season 14 Finale Was Reportedly Left on the Cutting Room Floor

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by Andrea Francese

Smiling Dorinda Medley with short blonde hair

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Dorinda Medley Might Be Getting Her Own Bravo Spinoff

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by Megan Elliott

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‘The Real Housewives of New Jersey’ Cast Sound Off About ‘Rebranding’ Rumors

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by Andrea Francese

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Andy Cohen Backpedals on ‘All Fresh Faces’ for ‘The Real Housewives of New Jersey’ Season 15 Comment

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Andy Cohen Teases ‘RHONJ’ Reboot After Fan Complaints

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‘The Real Housewives of New Jersey’: The Reason Everyone Thinks Joe Giudice Cheated on Teresa Giudice

Joe Giudice denies allegations that he cheated while married to Teresa Giudice, but the rumors persist. The public rumors started with Jacqueline Laurita.

by Andrea Francese

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Kathy Hilton Wants to See Kyle Richards Start Dating Again Now That Mauricio Umansky Has Been Spotted With a New Woman

Kathy Hilton has given Kyle Richards some advice now that her marriage has ended. Hilton told the 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' star to get back out there.

by Andrea Francese

Teresa Giudice (r) and her eldest daughter Gia Fiudice smile for a photo at Bravocon

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Teresa Giudice Wishes Gia Giudice Would Have Made a Different Housing Decision

Teresa Giudice doesn't want her kids to make the same decisions she made; the mother of four wishes Gisa Giudice would live solo before moving in with a romantic partner.

by Andrea Francese

Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky attend the Homeless Not Toothless Hollywood Event at The Beverly Hilton on April 22, 2023 in Beverly Hills, California

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Do Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky Have a Prenup?

It doesn't look like Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky will be getting back together. Their divorce could be complicated because they do not have a prenup.

by Andrea Francese

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Bravolebrities Reunite: ‘VPR,’ ‘Real Housewives,’ and ‘The Valley’ Stars Gather to Celebrate Sutton Stracke

We don't often see Bravolebrities gather en masse outside of mandatory filming. But Sutton Stracke brought everyone together for her fashion show.

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Teresa Giudice attends at Spago on November 29, 2023 in Beverly Hills, California.

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Teresa Giudice Confirms She’s Not Leaving ‘The Real Housewives of New Jersey’ Until Bravo Tells Her To

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‘The Real Housewives of New Jersey’ Cast Split Into Two Rooms for Upcoming Special

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Teresa Giudice, Andy Cohen and Melissa Gorga appear together

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Andy Cohen Isn’t Against Rebranding ‘The Real Housewives of New Jersey’

Andy Cohen responded to a fan who thinks rebranding 'RHONJ' is a good idea. Cohen seems to agree that something drastic needs to change.

by Andrea Francese

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Danielle Cabral Reportedly Gets ‘Extremely Violent’ During ‘The Real Housewives of New Jersey’ Season Finale

The season 14 of 'The Real Housewives of New Jersey' will reportedly feature a glass-throwing fight over a comment Jennifer Aydin makes, claims insiders.

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