In a shocking revelation, Andy Cohen, the renowned Bravo host, has shed light on his uncomfortable experience with Meghan Markle during a podcast.
Cohen, in his autobiography, expressed his doubts about Meghan’s interview on Spotify, questioning her narration style.
Meghan, in her Archetypes monologue, criticized Cohen’s Real Housewives franchise for perpetuating negative gender stereotypes.
However, it appears that Meghan did not directly confront Cohen, limiting his ability to respond effectively.
Meghan’s apparent resentment towards Cohen stemmed from his failure to invite her on his show in the past and his inability to remember her.
She claimed to have met him on two occasions, once before her role in Suits and another around the second or third season.
This rejection must have dealt a blow to her ego, as Cohen did not recall meeting the one and only Meghan Markle.
When the podcast episode finally aired, Cohen seemed taken aback by the reviews but did acknowledge that Meghan was pleasant in person.
In his book, “The Daddy Diaries,” Cohen shared Meghan’s criticism of reality TV franchises, particularly the Real Housewives series, for fueling the fire of archetypes by creating stereotypical female characters.
Meghan played a clip from the Real Housewives of New Jersey, featuring an argument about cheating, and expressed her reservations about the show’s portrayal of women.
She acknowledged that some might consider these portrayals as stereotypes, leading to mixed feelings about the show’s impact on perpetuating labels discussed on Archetypes.
Meghan emphasized the importance of hearing Cohen’s perspective and getting to know him better.
However, according to Cohen’s memoir, Meghan failed to voice her concerns directly to him during their conversation, denying him the opportunity to address them.
It seems that Cohen had prepared himself to defend the Real Housewives franchise against similar criticisms.
Reflecting on Meghan’s interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021, Cohen admitted that he initially didn’t understand her reference until it dawned on him.
He also criticized Meghan’s interviewing skills, noting that a skilled interviewer would use a guest’s answer to craft thoughtful follow-up questions, which contribute to a compelling conversation.
Additionally, Cohen highlighted Meghan’s inability to pivot smoothly during the podcast, expressing his amusement and admiration for his own ability to gracefully incorporate self-references.
The revelation of Meghan’s treatment of Cohen during the podcast has sparked a wave of intrigue and controversy.
It raises questions about Meghan’s approach to interviews and her willingness to engage in constructive dialogue.
As the public eagerly awaits any response from Meghan or her representatives, it remains to be seen how this revelation will impact her public image and future interactions with media personalities.