Carson Kressley Recalls Past 'Queer Eye' Drama Amid Jonathan Van Ness Controversy (Exclusive)

Carson Kressley has firsthand experience dealing with reality TV drama.

The cast of Netflix's Queer Eye has been in the news recently due to rumors of conflicts among the stars. In a Rolling Stone article released on Tuesday, March 5, crew members accused Jonathan Van Ness of having "rage issues."

Kressley, 54, revealed to We on Wednesday, March 6, that he did not read the actual article because it required too much research. He was discussing his partnership with ALG Vacations.

Having met Van Ness, 36, and the rest of the cast over the years, Kressley expressed his concern about the claims surrounding the TV personality. He mentioned that it would be unfortunate if the claims turned out to be true. Kressley highlighted the high-pressure environment of the show, with tight deadlines and limited budgets, which can lead to stress. He shared his own experience, stating that despite his job of dressing people and shopping, he found it relatively easy and not stressful at all.

Kressley, who was part of the original Queer Eye from 2003 to 2007, mentioned that fans have not heard from the cast members about the situation. He believes it is important to listen to their side of the story and acknowledges that it can be stressful. Kressley also noted that the cast members have always been respectful in his interactions with them, so he is inclined to give them the benefit of the doubt.

In a Rolling Stone article, some crew members described working with Van Ness as challenging and stated that they did not want to share the spotlight. Another crew member claimed that Van Ness often needed someone to blame and make the villain of the day. Van Ness has not publicly responded to these allegations.

Carson Kressley Weighs in on Jonathan Van Ness Rage Accusations Reflects on OG Queer Eye Drama

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In addition to Van Ness, rumors of a feud between Bobby Berk and Tan France surfaced when Berk, 42, unfollowed France, 40, shortly after announcing his departure from the series in November 2023. A source told Us exclusively that Berk left the show because he had lost interest and the rest of the cast began to resent him for it.

Berk, who will be replaced by Jeremiah Brent for season 9, confirmed the conflict with France in a January interview with Vanity Fair. He shared, "Tan and I had a moment. There was a situation between us that was personal and had nothing to do with the show. It was something that had been brewing, but I want to clarify that it was not romantic."

Kressley mentioned that he and his former Queer Eye colleagues experienced their fair share of drama. He explained that there were days when everything seemed to go wrong and they felt pressure to do a great job for the client. When you care deeply about the outcome, it's easy to get frustrated or upset if things aren't going well. He expressed hope that they would be able to resolve any issues.

Carson Kressley Weighs in on Jonathan Van Ness Rage Accusations Reflects on OG Queer Eye Drama

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Reported by Christina Garibaldi

Editor's P/S:

The recent allegations of conflict among the cast of Netflix's Queer Eye are disheartening. While it is understandable that the high-pressure environment of reality television can lead to stress and tension, it is concerning to hear about such negative behavior. The show has been a beacon of positivity and inclusivity, and it would be unfortunate if these claims were to overshadow its message.

It is important to remember that the allegations are just that, and it would be unfair to judge the cast members without giving them a chance to respond. However, it is also important to hold people accountable for their actions, and if the claims are true, it is crucial that the cast members take responsibility and work to resolve their issues. The show has a large and loyal fan base, and they deserve to know the truth about what is happening behind the scenes.