Eric Adams Andy Cohen NYE Feud: Former Mayor Slams Host Over 'Drunken Rant'

The party is over, but the knives are out. Eric Adams, the former mayor of New York City, is firing back at Bravo boss Andy Cohen following a series of pointed insults during CNN's New Year's Eve special. Adams didn't hold back, labeling Cohen's remarks a "sloppy drunken rant" and suggesting the host seek professional help for alcohol use.

The Origins of the Eric Adams Andy Cohen NYE Feud

According to Entertainment Weekly, the tension ignited on January 1, 2026, when Cohen, co-hosting with Anderson Cooper, celebrated the "final moments" of Adams' term. Cohen erroneously claimed that Adams "got his pardons," despite the fact that a federal corruption case against him was actually dismissed by a judge in April 2025. The host's jabs extended to Adams' 2023 appointment of a "rat czar," using it as a metaphor for his administration's legacy.

Cooper attempted to steer the broadcast away from the controversy, but Cohen doubled down, prompting a viral moment that has since dominated social media conversations. "He can't help himself," Cooper remarked during the live show as Cohen continued his critique of the 65-year-old politician.

Adams Strikes Back with 'AA' Comments

Adams responded on Thursday via social media with a blistering retort. He called for Cohen to join "Andy's Alcohol Anonymous," stating that New Yorkers aren't laughing with the host but are instead "concerned about him." Adams argued that his administration's work ensured the safety of Times Square, allowing Cohen to drink freely in the first place.

This public spat coincides with the inauguration of NYC's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, who was sworn in just after midnight in a private ceremony. As the city enters a new era, the shadow of the previous administration continues to linger through these high-profile celebrity feuds. Cohen’s representative has not yet provided a comment on the situation.