Say Yes to the Dress has been a beloved bridal show for over a decade, showcasing the journey of brides-to-be as they search for their perfect wedding dress. But what happens when the show’s airing schedule clashes with a bride’s wedding plans? One bride is taking legal action against the show after her episode was scheduled to air before her big day.
Alexandra Godino, a bride-to-be from Palm Springs, California, is suing Say Yes to the Dress for airing her episode earlier than the agreed-upon airdate. Her wedding isn’t until May, but the episode featuring her dress selection is set to air in March, giving her fiancé and wedding guests a chance to see her in the dress before the big day.
Godino agreed to appear on the show while shopping at Kleinfeld Bridal with her mom and fiancé, but only on the condition that the episode wouldn’t air until after her wedding. When she found out that the show was scheduled to air in March, she contacted the producers and requested that they delay the episode, but they declined. She has now hired a lawyer to block the episode from airing before her wedding.
The lawsuit argues that the $40,000 dress is one of the most important aspects of her entire wedding, and airing the episode early would ruin the surprise and excitement for her fiancé and guests. She has planned her wedding with 300 guests and a 16-piece orchestra, and she wants everything to be perfect.
Godino’s lawyer told the New York Daily News that she’s “mortified” by the situation and that it’s a huge deal for her. The representative for Half Yard Productions, the producers of Say Yes to the Dress, declined to comment on the situation due to the nature of the lawsuit.
This situation highlights the potential conflicts that can arise when a bride agrees to appear on a reality TV show. While Say Yes to the Dress has brought joy to many brides over the years, it’s important to consider the potential consequences before agreeing to appear on the show.
Say Yes to the Dress has become a cultural phenomenon, but it’s not without its controversies. Alexandra Godino’s lawsuit against the show raises important questions about the impact of reality TV on real-life events. As the legal battle continues, it remains to be seen how the situation will be resolved.