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Andy Cohen is an American television host, producer, author, and media personality, born Andrew Joseph Cohen on June 2, 1968, in St. Louis, Missouri. He graduated from Boston University in 1990 with a degree in broadcast journalism and began his career at CBS, working as a news clerk and later as a producer for "CBS This Morning" and "48 Hours." After four years, he moved to NBCUniversal's Trio network, where he worked in project development. Cohen rose to prominence as an executive producer and host for Bravo, where he played a pivotal role in shaping the network's reality television landscape. He is best known as the executive producer of the "Real Housewives" franchise and as the host and executive producer of the late-night talk show "Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen." With this show, Cohen became the first openly gay man to host a late-night television program, marking a significant milestone in television history. Beyond television, Cohen has expanded his media presence with his own SiriusXM radio channel, "Radio Andy," and a book imprint, Andy Cohen Books, with Henry Holt & Co. He has authored several best-selling books and has made appearances in various media, including a cameo in a Lady Gaga music video. Cohen has received multiple awards, including a Primetime Emmy, and has been recognized for his contributions to television and LGBTQ+ representation. As of 2025, Cohen remains a prominent figure in pop culture, continuing to host "Watch What Happens Live" and engaging with audiences through his books, radio channel, and public appearances. His influence on reality television and late-night talk shows continues to be widely acknowledged.

Ariana Madix, born June 24, 1985, in Melbourne, Florida, is a television host, reality TV personality, actress, and businesswoman. She first gained widespread recognition as a cast member on Bravo's reality series *Vanderpump Rules* (2013–2024), which follows the lives of staff at restaurants owned by *Real Housewives* star Lisa Vanderpump. Madix’s role on the show helped establish her as a prominent figure in reality television. Before her reality TV fame, Madix pursued a diverse performing arts background. She excelled in competitive equestrian sports and won two national dance championships. She earned Bachelor's degrees in Theatre and Broadcast Communications from Flagler College and began her entertainment career in New York City, working in sketch comedy for platforms such as College Humor, MTV, and ESPN, which showcased her sharp wit and comedic timing. Madix has also developed an acting career with credits including the Lifetime film *Buying Back My Daughter* (2023), where she portrayed a police officer investigating sex trafficking. Her work on *Vanderpump Rules* and other projects earned her and the cast a "Best Reality On-Screen Team" award at the 2023 MTV Movie & TV Awards. In 2023, she competed in season 32 of ABC’s *Dancing with the Stars*, finishing in third place. That same year, she began appearing on *Love Island* specials and became the host for *Love Island USA* season 8 and the spin-off *Love Island Games* season 2, starting in September 2025. Madix also authored a cocktail book, *Single AF Cocktails: Drinks for Bad B*tches*, released in December 2023, which debuted at No. 10 on *The New York Times* best-seller list. Expanding into theater, she made her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in *Chicago* at the Ambassador Theatre from January to March 2024. Ariana Madix remains a versatile entertainer with ongoing roles in television hosting, acting, writing, and live performance[1][2][3][4][5].