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At the risk of sounding like a Real Housewives tagline, when Andy Cohen talks, people listen. That’s true when he hosts Watch What Happens Live and the Bravo reunions, and it’s especially true for his SiriusXM show, where he has time to dig into everything from Wicked to Bravolebrity brouhahas.
“There are things I say that the viewers disagree with,” Cohen, 56, tells Us from his Andy Cohen Live studio in NYC. “There was a moment early in Vanderpump Rules where I said [on the radio], ‘Lala [Kent] is the voice of reason this season.’ People played that clip for months on end and were all over me.”
During the daily broadcast on Radio Andy (channel 102, 10 a.m.), Cohen and cohost John Hill — also his ex-boyfriend, more on that later — “generate a lot of pop culture news,” he says. “And we also reflect on it. Whatever’s going on in pop culture, it will be dissected here.” And at Andy Cohen Live, that often means the latest in the Bravo universe.
Cohen is the first to acknowledge it can be tricky to navigate giving his frank take while wearing so many hats in reality TV (he also produces the Housewives franchise). “Sometimes I mess up, but I think I have a good sense,” Cohen says, adding, “[Radio] is also a place I talk more often as a producer than I do anywhere else. It’s a great opportunity for me to give background and explain further my point of view.”
The people he discusses on-air might respond in the media — or they might even respond directly. “I remember Teresa [Giudice] called me about something I said, but I was like, ‘Teresa, did you hear the clip? Let me explain,’” Cohen recalls of the Real Housewives of New Jersey star. “And she was like, ‘Oh, my God, I get the context now.’”
On December 2, he addressed VPR again, telling listeners: “Bravo announced, or word got out, that they are revamping the show, and I have to say, this is, first of all, the absolute right thing to do.” No, he’s not a producer on that particular show, but fans looked to him — as did a slew of celebrities. Without naming names, he confirmed his phone blew up when news broke of the season 12 recasting. “[The response was] mainly sadness and, ‘Oh, my God,’” he says. “Then I have to say, ‘Look, it’s how it needs to be.’”
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How does it feel to see his opinions be sought after and passed along? “If it’s a good headline, I’m happy about it. If it’s a bad headline, I’m annoyed by it just like anyone else,” Cohen says. “We have a lot of airtime. [Often] it’s just John and I talking. Anything that could be said could wind up either making a headline or [laughs] coming back to bite me.”
The secret sauce to Andy Cohen Live just might be cohost Hill. “I can’t think of too many exes that host something together — Sonny and Cher hosted after they got divorced — but I think it’s interesting for the listener to hear John absolutely shading me,” Cohen admits. “Or he totally knocks me down in a way that no one else would go there. Even Jeff Lewis.”
And when Hill gets into his own Housewives feuds — most recently exchanging in a back-and-forth with former RHOC star Kelly Dodd — Cohen lets him fight his own battles. “That was between John and she. I sat it out and he quickly apologized,” he said. “At Radio Andy, I’m just proud of everybody in the family for what each person has built, because they’ve all kind of come to this with their own personality and point of view. And they’ve all built their own followings and their own little universes on the channel.”
Ah, back to Jeff Lewis — another personality under the Radio Andy umbrella on SiriusXM. His remarks on Jeff Lewis Live have become storylines on several Bravo series this year, including The Real Housewives of Orange County and The Real Housewives of New York City, which Cohen acknowledges plays a part in why the shows now break the fourth wall.
“It’s wild that the tentacles of the Housewives have reached him, and he’s reached into the show,” Cohen says of the “outspoken” and “provocative” host. So outspoken that Lewis hears from his boss? Not unless Cohen wants to be part of that storyline too. “It will take a lot for me to get involved because I’ve been burned,” he says. “He’s read my messages on the air!”
There’s also Dorinda Medley, the only former Housewife on the channel. “I wouldn’t have done it if she was still on the Housewives. It would’ve created some potential issues,” Cohen says. “She’s got a very unique perspective. She’s been in the game. She’s also a fan. She’s very savvy. She’s opinionated, so she works on a bunch of levels.”
Outside of the Bravo universe, Radio Andy features talent like newswoman Gayle King, who “brings a totally legit perspective on pop culture to radio,” Cohen says; actress Sandra Bernhard; the Smith sisters (“they disseminate pop culture is unlike anything else”) and perhaps the most popular addition to the team of late, social media influencer Tinx. “When Tinx is on, the phone lines are absolutely jammed. She gives the best relationship advice — people really want to hear from her,” Cohen says. (Us witnessed the calls rolling in before Tinx’s broadcast had even started.) Time to make your own headlines, Tinx!
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While music is part of Andy Cohen Live — just three minutes before going to air during Us’ visit, Cohen confirms to his producer that “Kashmir” by Led Zeppelin is the choice to bring in that particular Wednesday’s show — it’s the main event on his separate SiriusXM channel, Andy Cohen’s Kiki Lounge. “During Covid, I spent many nights searching for my most perfect 600 or so songs,” he tells Us. “They are just songs that touch me, songs I have a story about [and] songs that have affected me in my life.”
Song He Can’t Get Enough Of: Cohen adds and subtracts from the Kiki Lounge lineup “all the time.” His latest obsession: Troye Sivan’s “One of Your Girls.”
Song He Overdid: Should Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso” stay in 2024? “It’s a great song but such an annoying earworm at this point.”
Song of the Summer: “I was a brat this summer,” Cohen happily declares, referencing the title track of Charli XCX’s critical fave. “I love that album.”
Song for the Holidays: Cohen’s preferred classic tune is “Christmas Wrapping” by the Waitresses, but he’s also a sucker for Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” telling Us as a fact: “Mariah is everyone’s queen of Christmas.”
Song His Kids Make Him Listen To: Son Ben, 5, “loves ‘Life Is a Highway’ from Cars,” Cohen reveals. Asked whether he feels the same way about the Rascal Flatts cover from the 2006 animated film, he simply replies, “No.”
Song That Makes Him Cry: Coldplay’s “Warning Song” can still put him in his feels as he considers it his “breakup song” from cohost Hill.
Song That’s a Hit With the Family: Cohen beams as he reports Ben and daughter Lucy, 2, are on board with his devotion to Madonna, naming “Hung Up” as the family’s No. 1 song. But when they’re stuck in traffic (as often documented on Cohen’s Instagram Stories), his go-to is the Grateful Dead.
Simone Biles kisses her husband, Jonathan Owens of the Chicago Bears prior to an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks at Soldier Field on December 26, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.
Owens, 29, received a sweet kiss from wife Simone Biles ahead of the matchup. The couple, who have been married since spring 2023, packed on the PDA at the Bears’ home Soldier Field.
Moments before their kiss, Owens was taken aback that the Olympic gymnast, 27, wore a custom outfit plastered with images of himself.
Biles, known for her chic game day style, stepped out in a cropped fleece hoodie that had pictures of Owens in his uniform across the front, back and sleeves. She wore a matching pair of patchwork pants, both of which were crafted by Philadelphia-based designer Kelly Daley. Biles accessorized her look with a white Chanel handbag and a simple pair of diamond stud earrings.
“Thursday night football,” Biles later wrote via Instagram Story. “Gvng.”
Biles became a football fan after she started dating Owens in 2020. (They famously matched on the dating app Raya but he was unaware of her own athletic career.)
Simone Biles looks on before the game between the Seattle Seahawks and the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on December 26, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.
“Well, I could probably explain [football] to a 5-year-old,” Biles quipped in a recent Instagram video for the Olympics. “But, if I’m explaining it to a 25-year-old, it might not make sense.”
According to Biles, the NFL safety “knows so much” more about gymnastics. Owens even received special permission from his Bears coaches to miss a handful of training camp practices to watch her compete at the summer Olympics.
Ahead of the July competition, Owens gave Us Weekly insight into how he supports his wife’s gymnastics meets.
“It is not much motivation you need to do, just because you don’t want to put extra, added pressure on anyone,” Owens exclusively told Us. “I just tell her, ‘Go do your thing, baby.’… As long as she’s there, she’s on the field, give her a kiss and we can go about our way.”
He continued at the time, “You get a different type of focus whenever you just have this one person that you’re focusing on. And I ain’t saying there’s something wrong with being single, but for me, knowing myself, I’ve played a lot better since [meeting Simone], I’ve just been focused and locked in, and you come home, talk about my day and play with the dogs, you know what I mean? That’s just kind of, like, our thing.”
After Biles clinched multiple medals in Paris, she embarked on a Gold Across America tour with the other American gymnasts. After the shows concluded this fall, she spent most of her downtime cheering on Owens at his games.
With her timeless and chic aesthetic, we at Us are always striving to attain Kate Middleton’sroyal style. It’s not always an easy task considering she gets the very best of what designer fashion has to offer, but thankfully Amazon makes it a little bit easier. In fact, we were shocked to find these 17 pieces that would all be Middleton-approved and start at just $15.
Because of the cold English weather, we know Middleton has got to have tons of chic layers, like this simple and stylish long coatigan. She also needs upscale dresses like this pleated style for things like charity outings. However, she has tons of cute off duty looks as well, where she’ll throw on some jeans and comfy sneakers like this pair. Find all of those, plus sweaters, cardigans, coats and more below — all inspired by Middleton’s looks.
1. Our Top Pick: We’d be willing to bet that there is a striped cardigan or two exactly like this one in Middleton’s closet right now!
2. Striped and Stylish: On days she’s not at fancy balls or galas, Middleton wears striped sweaters like this sleek style that even has shoulder button details!
3. Classy Coatigan: Keep it classy and simple in this long lightweight coat that also doubles as a cardigan!
4. Comfy Sneakers: For days of lots of walking, we’ve seen Middleton in simple sneaker styles like this comfy pair from Guess!
5. Luxe Layer: Do layering the English way with this knitted cardigan that gives cozy cabin vibes!
6. Crisp Coat: Elevate all of your winter looks with this sleek double breasted coat we know we’ve seen Middleton in a version of several times!
7. Posh Poncho: We can picture Middleton wearing this posh shawl poncho with some skinny blue jeans and some tie-up boots!
8. Simple and Classic: One of the easiest ways to create the princess’s style is with this classic lightweight turtleneck that can go with jeans, skirts, blazers and more!
9. Oversized Perfection: Last Christmas, Middleton wore an oversized turtleneck sweater that’s strikingly similar to this one!
10. Blouse Beauty: Give yourself a boost of confidence for work events or important meetings with this sleek silk blouse!
11. Pleated Perfection: Pleats are a staple in the royal fabric family and this midi puff sleeve dress would fit right in!
12. Quilted Queen: For cabin getaways or horse riding, we can bet Middelton would reach for a quilted jacket just like this style!
13. Off-Duty Booties: Walking on the English mud after days of rain can get messy, which is why she’s likely to reach for these combat-style booties to stay clean!
14. Classic Crewneck: A great buy for the money, this classic lightweight crewneck sweater can be worn from fall through spring!
15. Favorite Sneakers: Truth be told, Middleton is a big fan of Veja sneakers like this Esplar pair that can go with jeans, dresses, skirts and more!
16. Brilliant Blazer: A big part of Middleton’s wardrobe is her blazer and this open front style emulates her business casual looks flawlessly!
17. Elegant Earrings: A perfect lookalike for the twisted hoop earrings we see Middelton in often are this 14k gold plated style!
The Buffalo Bills quarterback, 28, was gifted a 14-karat white gold chain emblazoned with “MVP” on it by his teammates.
Bills offensive tackle Dion Dawkins revealed the gift from the team’s offensive line via Instagram on Wednesday, December 25.
The luxurious chain is shaped like a football jersey and also features Allen’s number, 17, on it. The back of the pendant lists the names of Allen’s offensive line teammates.
In a video posted to his Instagram Stories, Dawkins shared the moment he presented Allen with the gift. “That’s so sick,” Allen said when he received it.
Jeweler Gabriel Jacobs of Rafaello and Co., who designed the gift, told TMZ that the unique piece is comprised of 14 karats of white gold and has 27 carats of diamonds in it, including 12 in the necklace and 15 in the pendant.
Jacobs told the outlet that Dawkins, 30, reached out to him to make the chain on December 9 and it was shipped and ready to be gifted to Allen by December 20.
“She’s been a huge part,” the Bills QB told The Associated Press on Wednesday, December 18. “The morale, the support. When I get home, she’s my biggest fan, my biggest supporter.”
Allen added, “She’s just the best.”
That sentiment was shared by Dawkins, who said that “there’s something about” the stability that Steinfeld, 28, has been able to provide Allen.
“When you’re in this world that we’re in, and a lot of people pulling at you and a lot of sources of ups and downs of a roller-coaster, and you have that one stable person that you can rely on and go home and hug and get a laugh no matter what, I think that’s dope,” Dawkins told the AP. “And that’s what I think is going on.”
Allen proposed to Steinfeld on November 22, during the Bills’ bye week, after more than one year of dating. The couple announced their engagement a week later, with a simple post via Instagram.
“ 11•22•24 ,” Allen wrote alongside a picture from the oceanside proposal, which happened in Malibu.
The couple were first linked when they were spotted together in New York City in May 2023, shortly after Allen ended his eight-year relationship with girlfriend Brittany Williams.
In June 2023, a source exclusively told Us Weekly that Allen and Steinfeld’s courtship was “going really great,” adding, “[They] laugh a ton when they’re together [and] are always smiling.”
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