How '90 Day Fiancé's' Casting Process Changed After Controversy With Alina Kozhevnikova
- 2 years ago
"90 Day Fiancé" is known for its controversial storylines, but fans learned there is a limit to the type of drama the producers will tolerate. After former cast member Alina Kozhevnikova made headlines with a number of past social media posts containing racist language, the TLC bosses cut her out of the franchise, along with her partner Caleb Greenwood. We’re learning now that after that fiasco, the casting crew changed up its process for seeking out new subjects, in an effort to ensure nothing like that happens again.
"90 Day Fiancé's" senior director of casting Brooklyn Bagwell spoke with Variety about the show's process behind securing its seasonal stars, and how things changed after the series cut ties with Alina. Bagwell noted there’s an extensive vetting process that occurs for casting, even before potential cast members have their first interviews.
"90 Day Fiancé's" senior director of casting Brooklyn Bagwell spoke with Variety about the show's process behind securing its seasonal stars, and how things changed after the series cut ties with Alina. Bagwell noted there’s an extensive vetting process that occurs for casting, even before potential cast members have their first interviews.