Netflix's latest reality show, Selling The City, has captured the attention of audiences with its blend of luxury real estate and interpersonal drama. The first season wrapped up with tension between two central characters, agents Jade Chan and Abi Godfrey, leading to swirling rumors about Chanel potentially suing the streaming giant.
Debuting last week, Selling The City follows agents from the prestigious Douglas Elliman brokerage as they navigate the competitive New York real estate market, reminiscent of its California counterpart, Selling Sunset. Fans were left captivated by the show's high stakes and personal dramas, especially during the final moments of the season.
What unfolded between Jade and Abi was quite dramatic. Throughout the season, their relationship had been strained, and it culminated during the season finale at a bar where Abi attempted to address comments Jade had made about their colleagues. An exchange erupted, with Jade staunchly refusing to engage and Abi opting to speak candidly about Jade's comments.
The confrontation escalated as Jade, feeling cornered, attempted to exit the scene. Insisting on her perspective, she exclaimed, "If any of this fing airs, I'll sue every single one of your asses." The intensity of the moment led to Jade expressing her frustration with the production, telling the crew, "This is fing bulls. This camera [had]better get out of my fing face. I am not mic’d. F you, Netflix. F Netflix. F*** everybody."
With such heated words exchanged, viewers were left questioning whether Jade would actually proceed with legal action against Netflix. The rumors quickly took off online, but Jade later clarified her intentions.
Speaking exclusively to US Weekly, Jade asserted, "No, I am not taking legal action. I [actually want to] thank the producers for their beautiful way of still telling the story and still showcasing the spiciness.” This statement revealed her appreciation for how the creators handled the on-screen drama and acknowledged the editing choices.
Jade went on to explain the complexity of the situation, stating, "Because there was much more to [the] scene than just the one minute shown." Despite the explosive moment, she expressed gratitude for the producers’ respectful treatment of the narrative. "They were very respectful in knowing what was right and wrong in regards to [what to include].”
Reflecting on the spat, Jade said, "There were below-the-belt things said from both sides — from Abigail [Godfrey] and myself —that I would never want to be shown across the entire world." This emphasizes the nuances often left out of reality TV editing, providing insight not just on her perspective but on the challenging dynamics of competitive reality television.
The enthusiastic response from viewers indicates many are eager for more episodes. Given the unresolved tensions and the ever-fluctuating relationships within the cast, fans are left yearning for a second season to explore how these conflicts evolve.
With Selling The City now available to stream on Netflix, audiences across the globe are tuning in to watch the luxury properties and complex personal battles. Fans are anticipating whether Jade’s contentious dynamic with Abi, and the drama surrounding their heated exchanges, will continue to play out if the series returns.
Real estate-themed reality TV continues to hold fascination, and Selling The City piqued interest as it showcases the vibrant backdrop of New York City. Audiences can expect both property showcases and the drama associated with each listing as these agents work to navigate the high stakes of their careers.
For those who appreciate reality television fueled by ambitions, tensions, and personalities, Selling The City could be regarded as another successful entrant to the genre. So, will fans see Jade and Abi face off again? Only time will tell as we await potential developments on the series' future adventures.