18. The Real Housewives
The veil of reality TV authenticity is lifted with revelations from Real Housewives of New Jersey star Theresa Giudice. In a court deposition, she all but confirmed suspicions of scripting within the franchise. Meetings between cast members are orchestrated by producers, and the intense conflicts are often premeditated discussions with producers. Guidice’s testimony sheds light on the behind-the-scenes manipulation, challenging the notion of unscripted drama and prompting viewers to reconsider the authenticity of their favourite reality shows.
