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Bravo launches ‘Next Gen NYC' starring Real Housewives kids and Gen Z socialites

Bravo launches ‘Next Gen NYC' starring Real Housewives kids and Gen Z socialites

Express Tribune08-04-2025

Bravo's new reality series Next Gen NYC premieres June 3, 2025, at 9 p.m. ET. It follows Real Housewives' kids and Gen Z influencers navigating life in New York City.
The cast includes Ariana Biermann (daughter of Kim Zolciak-Biermann), Riley Burruss (daughter of Kandi Burruss), Gia Giudice (daughter of Teresa Giudice), and Brooks Marks (son of Meredith Marks), alongside socialites Ava Dash, Emira D'Spain, Shai Fruchter, Georgia McCann, Hudson McLeroy, and Charlie Zakkour.
Billed as a coming-of-age tale set in the chaos of the Manhattan social scene, Next Gen NYC explores how these twentysomethings step out from their famous parents' shadows to carve out their own legacies. Viewers can expect drama fueled by brunches, breakups, and bold career moves—all under the glow of influencer culture and city lights.
With legacy names, industry ambition, and Gen Z hustle, the cast brings a mix of entrepreneurial spirit and social savvy. Ariana Biermann leaves Atlanta behind for independence, while Riley Burruss faces pressure to choose between passion and law school. Gia Giudice balances loyalty and ambition, and Brooks Marks juggles family drama with fashion dreams.
Next Gen NYC is poised to be Bravo's next reality obsession, packed with familiar names and fresh faces creating their own spotlight.

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