Riley Burruss Declines Hug After Costar Doesn't Wash Her Hands
Riley Burruss Declines to Hug ‘Next Gen NYC’ Costar After she Admits She Does Not Wash Her Hands
Riley Burruss, daughter of Real Housewives of Atlanta star and Grammy-winning artist Kandi Burruss, is carving out her own space in the spotlight thanks to her role on the new reality series Next Gen NYC. Known for her grounded personality and straightforward honesty, Riley’s latest moment on the show has viewers talking—not because of drama, but because of her response to something many people take seriously: hygiene.
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In a recent episode, the cast was out enjoying food and drinks when they made a quick bathroom stop. Riley happened to notice that fellow castmate Georgia didn’t wash her hands. Naturally, she asked why. Georgia responded with surprising confidence, saying that she believes germs are good for you and that she rarely gets sick.
The moment left Riley visibly uncomfortable. Later, when the cast was saying their goodbyes, Riley made a firm but respectful decision—not to hug Georgia. She explained that knowing Georgia doesn’t wash her hands made her uncomfortable with that kind of physical contact.
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While the exchange was brief, it sparked a larger conversation online about boundaries, self-care, and the realities of sharing space with others—especially in a post-pandemic world where cleanliness is more front-of-mind than ever.
Riley’s reaction was praised by many viewers who felt she handled the moment maturely, calmly standing her ground without being disrespectful. It’s a reflection of how she’s grown into adulthood in front of the cameras. Now in her early 20s, Riley is balancing school, career goals, and navigating friendships under the lens of reality TV—all while maintaining a clear sense of who she is.
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As for Georgia, she’s an interesting character in her own right. A fourth-generation New Yorker, Georgia works as a creative strategist specializing in brands and events. She’s been behind some buzzworthy parties, including one for Katz Deli hosted by Diplo, and even an event at convicted scammer Anna Delvey’s apartment-turned-nightclub while Delvey was on house arrest.
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Though Georgia’s take on germs and hygiene may raise eyebrows, there’s no denying she brings an edgy, unapologetic energy to the show. And Riley, with her grounded personality and clear boundaries, offers a strong counterbalance.
Together, their interactions reflect what Next Gen NYC is all about—young people trying to find their place in the city, in friendships, and in the public eye, all while being unapologetically themselves.
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