Los Angeles, California – Tan France, known for his role as co-host and fashion expert on the popular Netflix series “Queer Eye,” recently addressed allegations surrounding the replacement of former cast member Bobby Berk with his friend Jeremiah Brent.
According to sources cited in a Rolling Stone article, France allegedly advocated for Brent to join the cast, with support from co-host Antoni Porowski. Brent is slated to make his debut in Season 9 of the show.
In response to the accusations, France took to Instagram to clarify the situation, stating that Berk’s departure was not a result of his efforts to secure a role for his friend. He emphasized that the decision to hire Brent was made through a thorough casting process, where Brent emerged as the top candidate for the job.
Expressing his disappointment with the spread of rumors and misinformation, France urged fans to look beyond gossip blogs that triggered the speculation about Berk’s exit from the show. He emphasized the need for a deeper understanding of the situation before jumping to conclusions.
Berk, who announced his departure from “Queer Eye” in 2023, initially disclosed his decision without mentioning being fired, unlike how France characterized the situation in his social media post. Following France’s statement, Berk shared a meme on his social media platform, quoting former First Lady Michelle Obama’s famous line, “When they go low, we go high.”
Requests for comments from both France and Berk’s representatives were made, with Berk choosing not to respond and France’s publicist remaining silent on the matter. The exchange between the two parties adds to the ongoing speculation and intrigue surrounding the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the popular show.
As fans eagerly await the upcoming season with Brent joining the cast, the controversy stirred by France’s involvement in the hiring process continues to raise questions about the transparency and decision-making within the “Queer Eye” production team.