‘Vanderpump Rules’ Ex-Cast Member Sues NBC Over Contract (1)

NBCUniversal Media LLC allegedly tried to cover up a campaign of racist harassment and retaliation that forced former “Vanderpump Rules” cast member Faith Stowers to leave the show, according to the latest suit filed over reality TV cast members’ contracts and working conditions.

Stowers, who was the only Black cast member on the Bravo reality TV show, alleged that her contract is part of a “systemic deception” by NBC and Evolution Media. Contracts by the production companies attempt to bar her and other reality TV cast members from discussing illegal behavior and pursuing legal action for events that unfold on ...