I couldn't agree more with Shaunie's position but isn't she the executive producer for one of the messiest reality shows on TV?  (Basketball Wives SMH!)

Shaunie O'Neal

Shaunie O'Neal is the former wife of NBA star Shaquille O'Neal and the executive producer and star of the VH1 reality show "Basketball Wives." She will be a featured speaker on a reality television panel at the 2011 Essence Music Festival.

Shaunie O'Neal's CNN Commentary -- I'll be honest, I love reality TV.

Actually it's one of my guilty pleasure past times. Even before "Basketball Wives" I had my favorites, and I watched them faithfully. There is something appealing about seeing people deal with real life drama as you're watching. Now, as executive producer of "Basketball Wives," I know that's not exactly how it happens, but it's still fun to watch.

What isn't so fun to watch, however, is this new generation of reality TV. It seems to be more about the drama and less about the storyline. That concerns me, especially now that I'm producing a reality show.

I have gotten both good and bad responses from viewers about "Basketball Wives," and I certainly understand the opinion that the shows portrayal of black women is beginning to look somewhat negative.

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