In a bizarre turn of events, a bride’s search for her ideal wedding dress on “Say Yes To The Dress” led to a lawsuit and the prospect of a second legal battle. Caroline Miller has taken action against the popular TLC show after it aired her episode well in advance of her wedding date. The 28-year-old bride claims that the producers assured her that her episode would be held until after her wedding, despite having signed a contract that allowed the show full discretion over the airing schedule.
“It’s turned into a complete nightmare,” Miller shared during an interview. “I think anyone who has ever planned a wedding can relate to how important this moment is.” While many women might empathize, it’s likely that most brides wouldn’t choose to showcase such personal moments on a widely viewed television program. What prompted her to participate in the show in the first place?
According to TLC’s application process, brides are responsible for all expenses related to their appearance on the show, including travel and accommodation costs. The terms explicitly state that no financial compensation is provided, although some brides have reported receiving minor discounts on their dresses. Essentially, the experience appears to be more about the exposure than any tangible benefits.
Ultimately, a judge in New York ruled against Miller, stating that while the airing of the episode could detract from the specialness of her wedding day, the contract she signed granted the producers complete control over her image. “Could she ask her fiancé not to watch the episode?” the judge posed to Miller’s attorney. The answer was yes, which raises the question of whether her fiancé is even interested in tuning into the show.
Following the ruling, Miller’s attorney announced plans to pursue further legal action against the show for damages. However, it’s difficult to see how being forced to record an episode and watch it later constitutes significant harm.
On average, brides spend about $1,357 on their wedding dresses, underscoring the importance of finding the right one. Yet if maintaining the surprise until the wedding day was a priority for Miller, participating in a reality show may not have been the best choice.
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In summary, Caroline Miller’s attempt to sue “Say Yes To The Dress” for airing her episode before her wedding has resulted in a legal setback, raising questions about the implications of reality television participation and personal privacy.