E! Orders For Real: The Story of Reality TV

E! has greenlit the new limited event series For Real: The Story of Reality TV, hosted and executive produced by Andy Cohen.

For Real: The Story of Reality TV will revisit some of the most iconic reality television moments that have helped to shape the modern world and share the inside scoop from those who lived them. In each episode, Cohen will explore a pivotal theme or moment from reality television and sit down with some of the biggest names in the unscripted world, with additional commentary from those embedded in the industry. The series is set to air in early 2021.

For Real: The Story of Reality TV is produced by Bunim/Murray Productions and Most Talkative with Gil Goldschein, Julie Pizzi, David Sambuchi and Cohen serving as executive producers.

Cohen said: “I’m thrilled to look back at the shows that formed my love for reality TV and interview the icons of the genre. This series is like great candy!”

Rachel Smith, executive VP of development for Bravo and E!, said: “A reality connoisseur in his own right, Andy takes viewers on a deep and captivating journey into a genre that’s forever captivated audiences and impacted pop culture. At a time where the world is constantly changing, For Real: The Story of Reality TV offers the perfect escape we all need; an opportunity to sit back, relax and submerge into a world that’s captured so many.”