Leah McSweeney Dismisses Lawsuit Against Andy Cohen
The former reality star dropped her legal claims against the producer and Bravo with prejudice this week.
Updated on Oct. 31, 2026 in Substance Abuse
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Leah McSweeney has officially dismissed her lawsuit against Andy Cohen and Bravo in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. The dismissal was filed with prejudice, meaning the claims cannot be brought forward again by the plaintiff.
Why it matters
The suit, which was filed in 2024, alleged that Bravo fostered a toxic workplace and that producers intentionally exacerbated McSweeney's alcohol use disorder. These allegations against the network and Cohen drew significant attention regarding industry practices.
The legal action involved 44-year-old Leah McSweeney and 58-year-old Andy Cohen. All parties involved agreed to the dismissal of the suit.
The players
Leah McSweeney
She is a former reality television personality who alleged workplace misconduct in her 2024 lawsuit.
Andy Cohen
He is a prominent television producer and host associated with the Bravo network.
Lewis J. Liman
He is a judge for the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York who oversaw the legal proceedings.
The details
The original 2024 complaint accused Cohen of engaging in cocaine use with cast members and alleged he induced other stars to disparage McSweeney in 2025 filings. Judge Lewis J. Liman had previously ordered the case to proceed in March 2026, despite a subsequent motion to dismiss filed by Cohen in April 2026.
Timeline
The initial lawsuit was filed in 2024.
Judge Liman ordered the case to proceed in March 2026.
Andy Cohen filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit in April 2026.
McSweeney filed additional court documents in May 2025.
The lawsuit was formally dismissed on October 30, 2026.
Health Landscape
This case sits against the backdrop of the 2024 legal complaint filed by Leah McSweeney against Bravo and Andy Cohen. The resolution marks the formal end to the high-profile conflict surrounding these specific allegations.
The resolution of this case settles the public legal battle regarding the claims of workplace conduct and the management of alcohol use disorder. It provides closure for the participants and concludes the ongoing scrutiny of these specific allegations.
The takeaway
This dismissal permanently resolves the legal dispute between the parties involved. Future workplace environment discussions in the entertainment industry will likely continue to evolve based on the precedents set during this case.
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