Farrah Abrahamwas one of the originalTeen Momstars, but no one couldve predicted the twists her life would take.
These days,she barely resembles the person she once was, both physically and in reputation.
After brief stints onCouples TherapyandCelebrity Big Brother,she returned toTeen MomOGin 2015, but her comeback was short-lived.
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Hervolatile treatment of staffand renewed involvement in the adult industry led MTV to cut ties with herin 2017.
But if theres one thing Farrah brings, its drama.
But looking back, its impossible to ignore MTVs role in shaping these young reality stars.
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It may be time for the ‘Teen Mom’ cast to hang it up.
Thatset a precedent of prioritizing the show over their own daughters emotional well-being, if they ever did.
Farrah never had the chance to process her trauma privately.
The more chaos, the more screen time she got.
Theres no denying Farrah played the game well.
Its a pattern weve seen with manyTeen Momstars.
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The franchise has been on air for nearly two decades, and long-term fame hasnt been nice to everyone.
For Farrah, thats meant constantly outdoing herself in controversy, even during times she wasnt filming with MTV.
Sheclaims to have hadhundreds of thousands of dollars done in procedures.
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And what show do you think is funding that lifestyle?
And MTV didnt just stand by.
Theyve actively encouraged this culture.
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The connection hasaired plastic surgery journeys as storylinesonTeen Mom, turning medical procedures into entertainment.
And what makes better reality TV than someone suffering post-surgery complications?
One of her most infamous attempts to advance her career was her2013 foray into the adult industry.
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That year, she released a tape with adult film star James Deen.
At first, she claimed it was leaked, but later admitted she had orchestrated its release.
It seemed like a calculated move, considering she continued creating explicit content even after the backlash.
However, MTV decided this was a step too far.
Farrah, to this day, defends her decision and calls out the internet for shaming her.
MTV did nothing to intervene.
Instead of offering Farrah real support, they kept the cameras rolling, even as her family unravelled on-screen.
Years later, Farrah has revealed in memoirs and interviews that shesuffered physical and emotional abuse from her parents.
She also claims they encouraged her to market her adult tape to boost her career.
Today,shes cut ties with both of them, citing their toxic behavior.
Did MTV Ruin Farrah Abraham?
Farrah has done plenty of controversial things in nearly two decades too many to list.
IfTeen Momcan forgive these infractions,why was Farrahs adult tape such a dealbreaker?
The truth is, MTV has been at the center of this mess from the start.
When she was a teenager, MTV production saw her toxic home life firsthand.
They watched her spiral over the years and did nothing to help.
The only time they stepped in was when it hurttheirimage,not hers.
If anything, Farrah was following a well-established approach.
MTV didnt just ruin Farrah Abraham they built her up, only to tear her down.
They profited off her downfall for years.
The cycle doesnt end with Farrah.
Unfortunately, it seems like its only getting started.
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