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A major fallout has disrupted the Queer Eye cast ahead of their milestone 10th season.
According to reports from Wednesday, January 21, 2026, Karamo Brown has distanced himself from three of his co-stars following a "hot mic" incident.
The tension began last summer during filming in Washington, D.C., when Karamo brought his mother to the set.
While wearing production headphones, Karamo's mother allegedly overheard Antoni Porowski, Tan France, and Jonathan Van Ness speaking negatively about her son and his personal lifestyle choices.
The incident created an immediate rift between Karamo and the trio.
Sources claim that Karamo’s mother informed him of the conversation shortly after it happened, leading to a breakdown in their professional and personal relationships.
Jeremiah Brent currently appears as the only cast member Karamo still trusts, as Karamo follows only him on social media.
The fallout became public this week when Karamo skipped the group's scheduled appearance on CBS Mornings.
Karamo’s absence from the press tour sparked immediate concern and curiosity.
His assistant reportedly informed producers that Karamo chose to skip the interviews to protect his mental and emotional health.
In a video message shared on the TODAY show, Karamo explained that he is choosing "self-love" and following his therapist's advice to avoid toxic environments.
While he missed the group interviews, he still encouraged fans to watch the upcoming season, promising it would be a memorable experience.
Netflix and the other Queer Eye hosts have not yet released official statements regarding the specific allegations.
However, the visible tension marks a significant shift for a show built on themes of kindness and transformation.
As Season 10 approaches its release, fans are left wondering if the "Fab Five" can reconcile or if this marks the end of an era for the beloved reality series.
