Nicole Young has caused significant controversy on the latest season of Netflix's 'Selling Sunset' by spreading rumors that co-star Emma Hernan had an affair with a married man. These allegations, which Nicole claims to have heard from a 'reliable source,' have led to heated arguments among cast members, with Chrishell Stause and Chelsea Lazkani publicly defending Emma and condemning Nicole. The drama escalated in episode five and continued through the season, culminating in Nicole sharing the rumors with Bre Tiesi in the season finale. Nicole's actions have prompted threats from cast members to quit the show, raising tensions ahead of the season eight premiere. Despite the backlash, Nicole maintains that she was only sharing information she believed to be true, emphasizing the moral implications of the alleged affair.