The show has become a hit reality series the minute it started. I know in my house of five girls, four out of five watch one of the real housewives. Whether it be the real housewives of new york or the real housewives of Beverly hills, the show has become a complete hit. I too enjoy watching the show, seeing the gossip and all the crazy cat fights between the women. Do we women like these shows because it makes us feel that our lives are more normal? Or do we watch the show just to thrive off of other's drama and gossip? My mom always asks me "Ashley why do you like watching this show" and my only response can be "because it's funny and entertaining." Isn't that the point of reality TV? To show the lives of "real" people in "real" situations but much of what we think is real actually isn't. A lot of times the drama we see and the gossip they talk about is all made up. The directors will often times give them a script or tell them to start some gossip or rumors so that there's drama. I find it interesting that so many people enjoy watching shows like these. The real housewives is not the only reality series that has sparked an interest, others on MTV and E! have caught the attention of the public. Keeping up with the Kardashians has become a hit over the past three years because we (the public) enjoy watching the lives of the rich and famous. It's entertaining, it's funny and it keeps us wanting more. Reality TV will always be apart of our media culture and will always be something people will enjoy watching. What do you think?
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