With titans like Real Housewives of Orange County, Flipping Out and Top Chef, it’s no wonder that Bravo became and still is synonymous with reality TV.

What were they thinking? Maybe they did it for the money, the fame, or for true love, but why would anyone submit themselves, let alone their relationship, to the unforgiving pressures of reality television? Just in time for Valentine’s Day, let’s reflect on some of the more public failed showmances. From the Newlyweds “Chicken of the Sea” incident to Bachelor Pad drama, Snakkle looks back on some ill-fated love affairs, reality TV show matches (or mismatches) and marriages that didn’t survive real life.

Outspoken, witty, a self-made success story: Bethenny Frankel is that rarest of reality stars, one who’s actually a role model. She’s a chef and an author, a businesswoman and a mother, and while she’s aired much of her personal life on TV, it’s never felt tawdry. Here are some memorable moments from her life and career.