Katie Maloney Criticizes “Unwatchable” Vanderpump Rules Reboot Again
Former Vanderpump Rules star Katie Maloney recently expressed her strong feelings about Bravo’s reboot of the series on her podcast, Disrespectfully. She reiterated her view that the new iteration feels “cheap” and criticized two of its new cast members as “losers.”
Katie Maloney’s Critique of the Reboot
During her podcast discussion, Maloney reflected on a recent interview where two new cast members were captured sitting in a sauna while responding to her comments on the reboot. This situation prompted Katie to state, “The reboot just feels cheap.” She further elaborated that the production could have tried new approaches to revamp the show.
Missed Opportunities for Creativity
Maloney suggested that taking the cast to a new location, such as Las Vegas, could have transformed the series’ atmosphere. She questioned the decision to replicate the original show’s framework instead of innovating.
Response from New Cast
When the new cast members referred to her as “Who’s Katie Maloney?”, she regarded their reaction as dismissive. Maloney interpreted their response as implied shade, suggesting they felt superior by claiming to be different from the original cast.
Advice for Retaining Viewers
Katie concluded with advice for the reboot: to avoid undermining the established fans who have supported the show for over eleven years. She emphasized the importance of maintaining respect for the original audience.
- Show: Vanderpump Rules
- Original Star: Katie Maloney
- Podcast: Disrespectfully
- Key Criticism: Reboot feels “cheap”
- Location Idea: Suggestion to film in Las Vegas
- New Cast’s Response: Dismissed Katie’s relevance
- Advice: Respect longtime audience
Maloney’s candid remarks shed light on the dissatisfaction some fans feel regarding the direction of the Vanderpump Rules reboot, illustrating the delicate balance between innovation and honoring a beloved franchise.
