Leah McSweeney claims Andy Cohen cleared Brandi Glanville investigation

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From Evan Real

Andy Cohen has been cleared in an investigation into misconduct allegations by former “Real Housewives” stars as the Bravo host’s late-night talk show “What What Happens Live” is renewed.

“The external investigation into Brandi Glanville and Leah McSweeney’s recent allegations against Andy Cohen is now complete and the claims have been found to be without merit,” a Bravo spokesperson tells Page Six.

In March, Real Housewives of New York City alum McSweeney, 41, filed a lengthy lawsuit that made a series of sordid allegations against Cohen and Bravo’s tentpole franchise.

In addition to accusing Cohen of offering cocaine to certain talents and granting them special professional favors, McSweeney claimed that Cohen and Bravo exploited their drinking problems to gain positive reviews and even created a work environment that turned a blind eye to sexually predatory Behave.

Cohen has categorically denied the allegations. A rep for the TV personality previously told Page Six, “The allegations against Andy are completely false.”

A month earlier, Glanville, 51, accused Cohen of sexual harassment, claiming he invited her to watch him and “Below Deck” alum Kate Chastain have sex – which the former “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star described as “extraordinary.” “Abuse” refers to performance.”

Cohen brushed this off

Following both women’s claims, countless “housewives” spoke out in Cohen’s defense.

“During my 14 years working with Andy, I have experienced nothing but respect, kindness and support. “He has never offered me any drugs,” “Real Housewives of New Jersey” star Melissa Gorga told Page Six in March.

Meanwhile, Real Housewives of Orange County veteran Heather Dubrow told us she was disappointed by McSweeney’s claims, which she hoped wouldn’t ruin the “fun experience” of being a Bravolebrity — which includes frequent appearances “What What Happens Live with” belongs to Andy Cohen.”

“I’ve been on Watch What Happens Live a million times. I’ve never seen drugs, never heard of drugs, never anything. And I’m a kid from the ’80s, okay?” she said in February.

“I’ve never seen anything like this before. Watch What Happens Live is such an entertaining experience. Yes, we have a cocktail on the show. It’s fun, but it’s a drinking game with one caveat: don’t drink while driving. It’s a fun experience. It’s sad that it is downgraded to this level. My experience was entirely positive.”

Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen was one of many renewed Bravo shows, including Married to Medicine, Top Chef, Southern Charm, Southern Hospitality, Below Deck, RHONY and RHOBH.” “, “The Real Housewives of Atlanta”, “The Real Housewives of Orange County”, “The Real Housewives of Miami”, “The Real Housewives of Potomac” and “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City”.

The channel also announced two new series.

“Making it in Manhattan,” a working title, follows “a close-knit group of friends in New York City as they navigate the trials and triumphs of young adulthood,” according to Langzeile.

Meanwhile, “On Safari” – also a working title – “is set in the heart of the South African bush and explores the spectacular world of the most luxurious safari experiences and the international group of guides who create once-in-a-lifetime moments for their adventurous clientele.”