Andy Cohen Claims Jillian Michaels Once Screamed at WWHL Staff

The Watch What Happens Live host says he has no plans to invite the former Biggest Loser trainer back on his show.

Jan. 27, 2026 at 11:07am

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

Andy Cohen has revealed that he has no plans to invite Jillian Michaels back on his late night show Watch What Happens Live after she allegedly screamed at his staff during her one and only appearance in 2013. Cohen said Michaels was "furious" during the episode and left the show screaming at his staff, which he said is "kind of it" for him.

Why it matters

The incident highlights the ongoing tension between Jillian Michaels and the entertainment industry, as she has faced backlash and controversy over her time on The Biggest Loser. Cohen's comments suggest there may be lingering bad blood between Michaels and WWHL staff, which could impact her future TV appearances.

The details

During Michaels' 2013 WWHL appearance, she addressed workout mistakes and spoke with Real Housewives alum Brandi Glanville. Michaels also participated in Cohen's shotski drinking segment, but Cohen said she "left and she was screaming at my staff." Cohen said if someone "screams at my staff, that's kind of it for me."

  • Jillian Michaels appeared on Watch What Happens Live in 2013.

The players

Andy Cohen

The host of the late night show Watch What Happens Live.

Jillian Michaels

A former trainer on the reality show The Biggest Loser who has faced controversy over her approach on the show.

Brandi Glanville

A former cast member of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills who called in during Michaels' WWHL appearance.

Melissa Rauch

An actress from The Big Bang Theory who was a guest on WWHL alongside Michaels.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“[Jillian] left and she was screaming at my staff. And if you scream at my staff, that's kind of it for me.”

— Andy Cohen, Host, Watch What Happens Live (Entertainment Weekly)

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing tensions between Jillian Michaels and the entertainment industry, as she has faced repeated controversies over her time on shows like The Biggest Loser. Cohen's refusal to invite her back on his show suggests there may be lingering bad blood between Michaels and WWHL staff, underscoring the challenges she has faced in maintaining a TV presence in recent years.