Bobby Berk Slams Netflix for Blindsiding Him on 'Queer Eye's' End

In a candid and revealing interview, former 'Queer Eye' design guru Bobby Berk has unleashed a stinging critique against Netflix, accusing the streaming giant of leaving him completely in the dark regarding the popular show's impending end. Berk, who famously departed the series after its eighth season, expressed profound disappointment and a sense of being blindsided, revealing he learned about 'Queer Eye' being cancelled not through a personal phone call or direct notification, but from a general press release sent to the public.

The revelation comes just as Netflix confirmed that the ninth season of 'Queer Eye' would indeed be its last.

For Berk, who had already announced his departure, the news of the show's overall cancellation was a separate, unexpected shock. "I found out with everybody else via an email," Berk stated, highlighting what he perceives as a significant communication failure on the part of the streaming platform. "I got the email, and then it said the show's ending.

I was like, 'Oh, okay, so I guess the show's ending.'"

Berk's previous announcement of his exit from the Fab Five had already sparked widespread speculation among fans. At the time, he cited a desire to explore new opportunities and a contract that was nearing its end as reasons for his departure.

However, he now clarifies that his decision to leave was distinct from the show's ultimate fate. His expectation, he implies, was that 'Queer Eye' would continue with a new design expert, making Netflix's subsequent decision to pull the plug on the entire series even more jarring.

The sentiment from Berk is one of confusion and a feeling of being undervalued, especially given his long-standing commitment and significant contribution to the show's global success.

He emphasized that for such a monumental decision impacting the lives and careers of its cast members, a more personal and direct approach from Netflix would have been appropriate and appreciated. "I definitely think we all should have been told," Berk asserted, underscoring a belief that the cast deserved better, more respectful communication.

This incident sheds light on the often-impersonal nature of big media decisions, even for beloved shows and their stars.

While Berk is moving on to new ventures, his public call-out of Netflix serves as a potent reminder of the human element behind the productions, and the importance of clear, timely communication from platforms to the talent that brings their content to life. Fans are left to wonder about the behind-the-scenes dynamics that led to 'Queer Eye's' surprising conclusion and Berk's unexpected discovery of it.