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1,000%! Stephanie did her chest-beating gorilla act at a fancy restaurant, and nobody had a fit. But at the tourist-trap eatery the next night, Miss Try-Hard had to make another show. Also, why is she playing the private-jet card yet again? Alexia already called her out on that BS. Why is she threatening to lock people in a closet on that thing? It's 22 f***ing minutes. Most of the women will be napping the whole way over. I'm sick of hearing about it. Stephanie is a Pick-Me. She plays the loudmouth 'I said what I said' type, but is desperate to be noticed by the 'cool girls,' aka Las Cubanas and Larsa. She thought that by making Adriana the bad guy, she'd win them over, but even they are tired of jumping through hoops just to park their ass on that effing plane.

RHOM I've been catching up on RHOM and am behind on RHOC, because the impetus to watch RHOM has been stronger for me. I love this show soooo much. It's the first time in a while that I've wondered how much fun to be on a trip to Seville with these ladies. With BH, I dread the trips, because they seem so toxic and mean spirited. Erika acting bored, and she and Kyke targeting someone. With Seville, I have especially enjoyed the,FOHs who don't feel like FOHs to me. Adriana, Kiki and Marysol. Adriana is amazing, and her and Guerdy are a great double act. It is crazy to me that other cast members are trying to ice them out when they have been a delight on the trip (mostly). Marysol has been a pretty great hostess. Even Stephanie trying to ice out Adriana, Guerdy and Lisa from The Plane left Marysol feeling like that was ridiculous and Stephanie needed to grow up. Larsa has been better this,season, but her targeting Lisa constantly is very strategic and im bored with it. Lisa in her incredible goddess dress tripping in front of horrified diners was a moment you couldn't improvise. Bring on Marbella!

It kind of felt like a throwback to the old international RH shows, didn't it? The way it ambled along at its own pace, introducing all the women separately. Because i recognise many of the locations, it really felt like London had become that elusive 'sixth character' to me. I mean, Amanda must have driven around Lowndes Square in her Bentley a full two hours to get that shot of her talking to her dog and other drivers, lol. Belgravia and Chelsea: the locations are impeccable; this really is where the wealthy live. Amanda's gated home is near Groom's Place, a location @DaytimeFan may know. Karen is having her house refurbished on Wilton Crescent, one of THEE most expensive and gorgeous,early-1800s streets in London. As far as cast members, those two stood out for me: Amanda is the queen been, the one the others are going to be all jealous of. And Karen just has this inate elegance, but also humour, and something which chimes with the audience, that 'OMG is this really happening right now?' look on her face when Panthea started to pick a fight with Juliet Mayhew. I think Panthea may become annoying real quick if she keeps wanting to start fights with the women. But I can see why she's there. I like Juliet M and Nessie fine, but it's early days with them. Weirdly, im waiting to see what the infamous other Juliet, Angus, brings to this franchise.

It's cute. I'm not getting a handle on any of the stories from this trailer, apart from the fact that Lisa Barlow is having marriage troubles. Nevertheless, last year was SO good, I will be watching.

I thought the episode was a god segue to the second half of the season. Building up to rivalries and a great cast trip (Seville IMO is perhaps Spain's most beautiful city). Guerdy and Julia seemed to have repaired their friendship a little, but while Guerdy in her confessional hoped it was a new start, Julia seemed to indicate that for her, it was just a 'let's be cordial' band-aid. Guerdy was being pressurised by Las Cubanas throughout this episode and their meaning couldn't have been clearer: 'Are you part of this group or do we squeeze you out?' Adriana just gets better and better in my estimation. It's the fact that she's not just a pretty face, but is also working on getting a degree. She has always been a lot more interested in many different subjects and areas than she lets on. Stephanie 'interviewing' the cast to see who gets her spot on the private jet was insulting and yet perfect RHs. I'm going to give it to Alexia, I thought she was going to snap up the offer of a ride, but I too would have probably said "That's OK, I'd rather fly First Class on Iberia, thanks." Julia's daughters no longer talking to Julia & Martina just because they decided to adopt is suspect, and sounds to me like there is a lot more to this story. It just doesn't track.

RHOA Dare I say, a solid reunion and partial reboot. Im ready to see these ladies again excluding Brat (typo and it stays), and Kenya and some OGs back. By OGs I don't mean Kim Zolciak or Shetee. Drew held up for herself surprisingly well, so I want her back, but Im ready for this mess with Ralph to be over.

I'm surprised that Guerdy and Julia didn't get first chair. Stephanie vs Alexia is fine but it is small potatoes compared to the other two.

"Davoon" annoys the heck out of me! She's trying to make fetch happen. Certainly, I've heard nobody else use this word online or IRL.

They pop up on my IG algorithm because it recognises that I am a RH fan, lol. The open-mouthed-eating stuff kind of nauseates me now, even though I usually love a foodie reel. I think it's because she's trying so hard to convince us that she endlessly gorges -- and yet can fit into a child-size bikini, you guys! It feels disordered. However, I used to enjoy the way she'd lock herself in her shoe closet in the Hamptons and smear half a red lipstick all over her cheeks. Apparently, doing those vids used to drive her ex-fiancé nuts and that's why he broke it off. She's a supermodel now after walking that runaway? 😅 Remember when she was a stand-up comedian for a hot second?

Was Ed J Scott unavailable?? JFP reduced this once-vibrant show to a brown, boring heap the last time, so now she's back to plunge the final dagger into the back of a soap she never really cared to understand. Perhaps Josh Griffith could no longer handle the insane HW/EP workload and that's why she's back. Best believe she won't stay 'just a producer, she'll have no input into storyline.'

I was thrilled too! Carole was unfairly edged out by Bethenny and Andy in cahoots, and the show never really recovered its balance after that. Bethenny must be having a fit right about now. She's going to ramp up those open-mouthed-chewing/makeup-splurge-at-Target videos big-time.

OK, now Nene next Boz is doing A WHOLE LOT to kiss up to the Faux Force Three. Imagine having Dorit '5 Hours Late' Kemsley and Pat-the-Puss on your payroll. Erika talks a good game when it comes to working as an entertainer, but I watched her spinoff show and Mikey was taking her to task about her work ethic. Boz still has some work to do to kiss up to Kyle though, lol.

Maybe on different sides at that particular moment, but Guerdy was majestic in this last episode on the yacht. She had Alexia coming for her and Julia and she held her ground. Because it is more than simply a few texts on a wall, or a seat at Captain Sandy's table. I can't get Guerdy's face out of my head, her face when Martina was casually rude to her, or her face when Julia threw the water. She was in shock, biting back tears. This is about attempts to unjustly humiliate this woman. A woman in remission. They underestimated how strong Guerdy is, true to herself. I may have felt that the text thing flopped, but the way she stood up to peer pressure on the yacht was inspiring. Today I saw pics on Twitter of Guerdy, Adriana and Lisa out last night celebrating Lisa's birthday. Im glad Guerdy has some friends she can still count on. Adriana especially has not wavered once this season when it comes to having Guerdy's back.

I 100% agree with you. The point i was making is that i enjoy aspects of Marysol, some of her VTs for example, or when she imitates Mama Elsa. Nevertheless, Marysol is ringleader of the Mean Girls, and I'm cheering for the other team. Nicole let it be known that she not only has zero time for Larsa, but that also applies to Marysol. That says to me that she knows Marysol helped orchestrate attacks against her. The fact that Marysol is trying to edge people out the cast so she can take their spot tracks, as she was doing the same thing on OG RHOM in increasingly desperate and unhinged ways. No doubt in my mind that she's co-opted Julia's supposed beef with Guerdy in order to take Guerdy's spot for herself. (The backlash is such now that i predict Marysol and Alexia will distance themselves from Julia at reunion and throw her under the Bravo bus). She's been trying to do the same thing with Adriana for three seasons as she sees her as a direct threat. She thinks she's got Kiki in her pocket and can control her. She won't come for Kiki directly (yet) because Kiki is both a fan favorite and popular with Andy/Bravo.

I caught up on the last four episodes of RHOM this weekend and they were SPECTACULAR (old Seinfeld/Teri Hatcher reference). I was worried that this season would disappoint for a host of reasons. Im so glad to be proved wrong. This really is the most compelling franchise. I stand by my POV that losing Nicole was a big mistake, though. It was great to see her last episode. Nicole is a lynchpin cast member with beauty, smarts, money, connections and an interesting personal story. Her kiki-ing with Stephanie over Facetime over her having dated Anthony proves that this girl needs to be back on the show. She knows everyone, she can make nice with her husband's ex-GF, and she gets it right re: the Julia of it all -- the new kid in school who dumps her old friends when she gets an in with the so-called 'cool girls'. Nicole's full-time return better not be TBD, Bravo. The Julia of it all... yes, she has become this manipulative social-climber. I honestly don't know why she'd leave behind loyal friends for Alexia, Marysol, Larsa who are loyal to themselves and that's where it ends. Not that I don't enjoy watching those women. Alexia's family life and relationship drama is incredibly real and watchable. Marysol is a great Greek chorus. And I'll even give it to Larsa -- im enjoying her this season for the first time ever, and she was a good friend to Lisa. But this is also Team OG which chased Nicole away and ganged up on Adriana. Adriana and Kiki should be holding mojitos. I was worried Adriana was being edited out of the season, but she's come to the fore these last few episodes. Her talk with Julia on the boat was truthful and bittersweet because Julia has moved on from her but (like Todd with Alexia) keeps coming back when she needs her, or to try and guilt her into having her back. Adriana's friendship story with Julia feels emotionally central to the show right now and is the one i am most invested in. This will be an unpopular opinion, but while I am Team Guerdy in standing up to how Julia treated her, I thought the text reveal was a flop. She was looking for a dramatic moment, any excuse to surprise-reveal the texts. It flopped because nobody could read all those messages projected largescale against a wall. She was better off sending screenshot to the group chat and the producers and then breaking it down in her VTs as to why the texts were relevant. I wasn't sure about Stephanie at first, I still think the flashing of conspicuous wealth is a put-on for the cameras. Waiting for the headlines telling us Massoud and his companies are broke in 3...2....1. But I do like her, especially standing up for Guerdy and standing up to Alexia's arrogance and narcissism. I like that no-one pushes her around. Can't wait for Seville and all the cast trips. Lisa tripping as she dramatically storms out, lol.

Thrilled for Elizabeth Hendrickson -- sounds like a dream come true for her.

I agree that Kelli came across well this episode, and defended herself with clarity. But she's perhaps not a strong enough HW to stay the long-term. Brit can definitely go and be replaced with someone popular and with more longevity. IA, Cynthia was great as FOH and all the other HW agreed she held the group together.

No-one is,talking about RHOA reunion Part 2... I guess it's not as scintillating as reunions past. Even if they had a poor season,the ATL women bring it at reunion. See last year with Drew serenading Ralph.. IMO Porsha shows why she's a veteran HW -- she tackled a lot of questions with ease. I dare say she is 100% im control of this reunion. Shamea couldn't quite keep up with the twists and turns. I think she got caught out because she did make her breakdon in friendship with Porsha central to the season. Shout out to Drew who IMO manages to get pulled into other people's SLs with a "Who, me?" attitude. I hope Porsha, Shamea, Drew, Angela will be back next year, but they really need to be joined by Cynthia, Kenya and Nene. RHOA needs heavy hitters.

I thought Katie's was the best of the bunch and quite brilliant, considering that she's been caught out. I always side-eye the legal-ass-covering of "My truth." That usually means it's BS. Rinna used that phrase all the time.

Gina and Emily are in danger, Emily slightly less so because at least she has some engaging family story other than "Travis moved back into da casita." They are also doing too much going after Katie, and then (I imagine) Jen and Gretchen may be targets next. Why they decided that becoming Tamra's henchmen/proxies was a safe job choice is beyond me. BH badly needs Heather Dubrow. I would love it if she was hired. Bummed to know that she was pals with Garcelle, and now Garcelle has been ruthlessly iced out of the show. None of the BH women would stand a chance against any of the OC women, but Heather's cunning, sharp tongue and ability to dig up dirt are lethal. She's got class/education pedigree that the entire BH cast should fear, and I don't think Erika would want to go up against her without Mikey furiously scripting her responses.

Not even in OC's borefest era was there a day when I thought "We need Kelly Dodd back." This is why.

My thought:

I can definitely see why the other women don't feel secure around Katie. She is actively digging for dirt about them and transactioning that info to RH bloggers. Kind of like what Whitney Rose does on SLC. Nevertheless, I was struck by what she said about why she did those things: "Last year, it was eat or become eaten." This is what a lot of these shows have become, not least RHOC where Tamra, Heather, Emily, Gina trade damning info they have on others and use it against them. Katie was a sitting duck at the dinner, and Gina in particular the water-carrier doing Tamra's bidding. Katie is dumb to have targeted one of her few allies (Shannon) with the recording, because now she's islanded without any allies. I cannot believe I'm going to say this, because i found her a bimbo back in the day, but it was good to see Gretchen hold Tamra to account right from the get. She pretty clearly articulated Tamra's underhand methods to her face and may turn out to be a better FOH return than Alexis. As long as she doesn't flub it. Shannon's in her happy place, playing the dramatic, self-aggrandizing victim. I wasn't sure about the first episode of this new season, but the second episode found its groove, and im really looking forward to the season. This show has a way of bringing it while maintaining its original, unique identity.

Errol, thank you for all you do to keep this site running. This forum is part of my daily life. Even when I don't post, I check it out to keep up on what everyone is talking about. It's a special group of people here.

As skeptical as I was about this (London is facing some tough financial times),the trailer has retained a certain Ladies of London vibe. Juliet was wisely kept until later in the trailer while they established the Alphas. Nice to see Dorinda and Stanbury, hopefully they will be FOHs because they are our entry into this new franchise.