Eminem Files Opposition For “Reasonably Shady” Trademark Filed By “Real Housewives of Potomac” Stars

Eminem filed an opposition to prevent Real Housewives of Potomac stars, Gizelle Bryant and Robyn Dixon from using his brand “Shady” as a name for their “Reasonably Shady” podcast. Em said the wives using the reference could “damage” his brand.


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The “Lose Yourself” rapper has filed an opposition that could prevent Real Housewives of Potomac reality stars, Gizelle Bryant and Robyn Dixon from using “shady” as a name for their podcast, “Reasonably Shady.” Eminem filed the opposition on Feb. 14. 

The Detroit-bred rapper said that he believes the usage of  “shady” which he’s used since 1998, could  “damage” his brand and cause confusion.

Eminem also has his own hip-hop radio station, Shade 45 which started in 2004 and broadcasted on satellite radio, SiriusXM.

Bryant and Dixon intended to also sell products such as socks, sweatshirts, lip gloss, hats, and more for their “Reasonably Shady” brand. Speaking of  “Shady,” Eminem also has the 8 Mile series in the works put together by 50 Cent.

Diddy + 7

Recently, Diddy tried to make his way back to reality television, and this time he’s bringing his family to the spotlight. A recent trademark filing, “Diddy +7,” was filed in May 2022 and published for opposition on Jan. 3.