Rumors of tension among the “Queer Eye” cast emerged after reports indicated Karamo Brown’s conflict with his co-stars began when his mother overheard them criticizing him during production. Sources claim the incident occurred while filming Season 10 in Washington, D.C., last summer. Karamo had invited his mother, Charmaine Brown, to observe filming, where she allegedly heard co-stars Antoni Porowski, Tan France, and Jonathan Van Ness making disparaging remarks about her son through a live microphone while Karamo was absent from the group.
Upon learning of the comments from his mother, Karamo reportedly distanced himself from Porowski, France, and Van Ness. He currently only maintains an apparent connection with fellow cast member Jeremiah Brent, evidenced by being the sole co-star he follows on Instagram. Representatives for the “Queer Eye” cast did not immediately respond to requests for comment regarding the situation.
Speculation about the rift intensified after Karamo unexpectedly canceled a joint appearance with his co-stars on “CBS Mornings” just before the scheduled interview. In a statement read by host Gayle King, Karamo expressed concern about potential bullying as his reason for withdrawing, emphasizing the importance of protecting mental well-being. Porowski described their long-running cast dynamic as “complicated” but acknowledged their commitment to honoring the show’s legacy, while Van Ness commented on respecting where individuals are in their personal journeys.