The Real Housewives Blog: October 2016

Monday, October 31, 2016

Jules Wainstein's Estranged Husband Michael Accused of Scamming Film Composer in Condo Lawsuit

Jules Wainstein's ex tried to pull a fast one by renting out an NYC apartment he had no business hawking because SHE owns it ... according to a new lawsuit, but he denies any wrongdoing.

Michael Wainstein is being sued by Jonathan Sheffer -- a famous conductor -- who says he needed to lease a place for his nanny, and Michael offered the pad ... at a premium. In the suit, Sheffer says Michael demanded more than $20k for rent, security deposit and broker fees.

Sheffer agreed and signed the lease, but according to the docs ... he had maintenance issues with the place, which led to his big discovery -- Michael wasn't the owner.

Sheffer thinks Michael was taking the cash for personal use. He's suing for a complete refund, plus damages.

Wainstein's attorney tells us Sheffer's the one in the wrong, and claims he breached the terms of the lease and is simply looking for "a creative way to cancel his obligations." He adds ... Michael denies all the allegations, and plans to file his own lawsuit against Sheffer.

Phaedra Parks Talks Re-Entering the Dating Scene, Raising Her Two Sons and Life as a Mortician @ 'The Real'

Sunday, October 30, 2016

Luann de Lesseps Celebrates Her Bachelorette Party Without Real Housewives of New York City Cast Mates, But Jill Zarin and Miami Alums Were There

People.com:

It was girls’ night out on Friday night as soon-to-be-married Luann de Lesseps and 15 of her friends partied at the 51-year-old Real Housewives of New York star’s bachelorette party in Miami!

The event, thrown by Real Housewives of Miami alum Marysol Patton, was held at the famed Peruvian hot spot Coya — where the tight-knit ladies enjoyed a three-course sit-down dinner and an open bar cocktail reception featuring the club’s signature Pisco sour cocktails, a source close to de Lesseps tells PEOPLE.

De Lesseps was all smiles, wearing a sparkly tiara that said “Bachelorette,” a fur shrug and embellished T-shirt that said “Mrs. D’Agostino” — in honor of her fiancé Tom D’Agostino, Jr.

He proposed to her in February with an eight-carat yellow-diamond ring after a few weeks of dating. Their relationship was the fodder for much drama on this season of Bravo’s hit reality show, as D’Agostino, Jr. allegedly had a “friends with benefits” relationship with Housewife Sonja Morgan —and had previously dated Housewife Ramona Singer.

Neither Morgan nor Singer were in attendance at the Miami party. Instead, the night was filled with alums of the Real Housewives franchise, including RHONY’s Jill Zarin and RHOM’s Adriana de Moura and Alexia Echevarria.

All the ladies shared shots of the fun on their Instagram page. It’s the first time Echevarria has been seen out since her husband, Herman, was found dead in his apartment on Sept. 26.

Siggy Flicker Talks Jacqeuline Laurita and Trying To Diffuse Drama on 'Real Housewives of New Jersey'

Saturday, October 29, 2016

Tamra Judge: My Husband Eddie Is Not Gay

USmagazine.com:

He only plays for one team. Tamra Judge defended husband Eddie Judge’s sexuality during a Monday, October 24, appearance on Watch What Happens Live after she accused costar Vicki Gunvalson of spreading gay rumors about her man.

The Real Housewives of Orange County star, 49, insisted that Eddie is straight when a caller asked about his recently questioned romantic preferences.

“Vicki put that out there,” Tamra shot back before the caller told her that Eddie “has a few tendencies that could be skewed as homosexual.”

This comment only seemed to infuriate the fitness enthusiast — who tied the knot with personal trainer Eddie on June 15, 2013, as seen in a televised wedding special — and she continued to stick up for her hubby and his attraction to women.

“Why [do you think he seems gay]?” she asked the caller. “Because he’s hot?!”

The caller, invoking more than a few tired stereotypes, then mentioned that since Eddie is “good-looking” and “in shape,” it might be a “red flag” that he has a thing for other men. During the telecast, the camera panned to Tamra’s insanely fit spouse, who seemed unbothered as he smiled from the sidelines.

Amber Marchese on 'Marriage Boot Camp': I Cheated on Husband Jim With a Woman

USmagazine.com:

The secrets are coming out! The Real Housewives of New Jersey alum Amber Marchese reveals on Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars' Friday, October 28, episode that she previously cheated on her husband, Jim, with a woman, as seen in Us Weekly's exclusive sneak peek.

The WE tv series' preview clip shows Love & Hip Hop Atlanta's Margeaux Simms opening up about her relationship with girlfriend Merika Palmiste. This season has focused on the couple's drama, which has been exacerbated by Simms' estranged husband, Nikko London, living in the house with them.

Simms tells her costars that she first started having feelings for women after she and London tied the knot. "When I was with Nikko, I thought about it, and I questioned it, and I talked to him about it," she says.

In an interview with the camera, Jim says about Simms, "She wants her cake and [to] eat it, too." This leads Amber to quip, "What girl doesn't?"

The next scene shows Amber whispering to her female costars, "Guys, I want to say it slow. I had an affair with a girl — Jim got pissed. To me, it was like no big deal. It was like, so what?"

Last week's episode showed Amber and Jim — who appeared on The Real Housewives of New Jersey's sixth season — fighting over his fondness for booze. "You drink too much, and I tell you that," she said in the episode. "Stop f--king drinking."

Friday, October 28, 2016

Kenya Moore Talks News Season of 'RHOA', Donald Trump and Body Shaming on 'The Real'

'RHONJ' Finale Meeting Between Teresa Giudice and Jacqueline Laurita Is Anything But Peaceful

EOnline.com:

It's the season finale of The Real Housewives of New Jersey and you know what that means: It's time for a final sit down between the ladies. The Housewives of the Garden State have been fractured since the disastrous Vermont trip that culminated with Jacqueline Laurita, Melissa Gorga and Teresa Giudice all yelling over sushi and chicken wings.

Now, Siggy Flicker and Dolores Catania are attempting to bring RHONJ's Lucy and Ethel back together again.

According to Siggy, Teresa told her she was sincere in her attempts to rebuild a friendship with Jacqueline. "But why did she take the first opportunity to end the friendship," Jacqueline asks in the preview below.

Jacqueline wants to talk to Melissa and Jacqueline separately and in the clip, asks Teresa to sit and Melissa to leave. "You don't tell me what to do," Teresa says.

"Jacqueline's barking orders at me. I'm not your child," Teresa says in a confessional. "I didn't come out of your vagina. Who are you?"

So much for a peaceful meeting.

Thursday, October 27, 2016

Sources Claim Larsa Pippen Cheated on Scottie Pippen with Rapper Future

USWeekly.com:

Multiple sources tell Us Weekly that Larsa Pippen cheated on Scottie Pippen with rapper Future, leading to the former NBA star’s recent divorce filing.

According to one source, the Real Housewives of Miami alum, 42, first met Future, 32, at his Haute Living cover party in Miami late this summer, and he’s been “flying her everywhere on his private jet since then.”

“Scottie is devastated,” the insider tells Us. Adds a second source: “He found out about Larsa and Future and couldn’t handle it.”

A source close to Larsa denies claims that the former reality star cheated on her husband, however, telling Us that she and Future “are friends.” “Larsa’s solely focused and dedicated to her children,” the source adds.

Other sources close to the couple tell Us that the pair have “been separated for quite some time living separate lives,” and that their split was a long time coming.

Adding fuel to the fire of speculation, Future shared a Snapchat video with fans on Tuesday, October 25, with the cryptic message, “She mines nooowwwwwwwwww,” just days after Scottie’s initial divorce filing.

Cynthia Bailey Talks New Season of 'Real Housewives of Atlanta' & Estranged Marriage @ The Real

Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Lisa Vanderpump Covers Adweek, Launches Her Own Emojis

BravoTV.com:

Anything Kim Kardashian can do, Lisa Vanderpump can do better, including launching her own personalized emojis — or should we say Vandermojis. Lisa shared on Instagram that the bundle — inspired by The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills restaurateur's fab style — comes with "emojis, gifs, audio and video... And they're all very Vanderpump!" We'd expect nothing less.

For a whopping $1.99 you can now text with your friends and sprinkle in a little Lisa for good measure. According to the official description, "Vandermojis will make you feel like you’ve been whisked away to Villa Rosa. All your messaging can now have your favorite Housewife’s signature style and voice, with the new Vandermojis by Lisa Vanderpump (and Giggy!)."

Sounds like a bargain to us!

Lisa will be back when Vanderpump Rules returns November 7 at 9/8c.

RELATED: Here's How Lisa Vanderpump Went From Restaurateur to Reality TV Tour de Force

Kim Zolciak Gets Butt Shots to Remove Cellulite: 'One Dimple at a ..."

ExtraTV.com:

Reality star Kim Zolciak-Biermann gave fans a video breakdown of how to get rid of cellulite dimples in one of her latest Instagram posts.

Face-down on a doctor’s table, the bare-bottomed “RHOA" and “Don’t Be Tardy…” star could be seen receiving injections from cosmetic dermatologist Dr. Simon Ourian of Epione in Beverly Hills.

This isn’t the first time Kim has opted for injections to rid her booty of cellulite — she had the same treatment this summer. Kim’s caption read, “Had to make a stop by @simonourianmd1 office last week while in LA! I can't believe how much better my little 😂 dimples 😩 look! I'm sooooo excited. 😬😬 No negative Nancy's please I love to share my ‘secrets' with you guys. I do it because it works and It makes me feel better about me ❤️ #OneCelluliteDimpleAtATime #ByeDimples #DrSimonOurian Thanks Dr Ourian see you soon 💃🏼💃🏼”

Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Tamra Judge Accuses Vicki Gunvalson of Spreading Cheating Rumors

People.com:

Season 11 of the Real Housewives of Orange County may be coming to a close, but the drama doesn’t appear to be dwindling down any time soon.

In an exclusive sneak peek of Monday’s episode, emotions are running high as Tamra Judge confronts Vicki Gunvalson about comments she allegedly made to fellow Housewife Kelly Dodd about her husband, Eddie.

“You’ve been feeding Kelly information about all of us,” Judge accuses Gunvalson as the cast rides in a bus. “Oh, my husband cheats on me. My husband’s gay. My husband does this. Really?”

Gunvalson, 54, appearing confused, rushes to defend herself: “I never said he was gay! I never said that. I never said that about Eddie.”

And Judge’s confessional was just as emotional.

“I have been so nice to Vicki. I accepted her apology. I got everybody in this group to become friends with her again,” Judge says of Gunvalson. “This is how I get paid back. She goes around and spreads rumors about my husband?”

Bomb Threats, an 'Unstable' Ex and Daddy Issues Dominate New Season of 'Real Housewives of Atlanta'

People.com:

Bravo fans, buckle up: The Real Housewives of Atlanta is almost back!

In addition to a brand new supertease, PEOPLE can exclusively reveal the official cast announcement for season 9 of the hit series, set to premiere Nov. 6: Cynthia Bailey, Kandi Burruss, Kenya Moore, Phaedra Parks and Porsha Williams are all returning, and RHOA alum Shereè Whitfield is returning as a full-time housewife. (She previously starred on the show seasons 1–4.)

And while O.G. Atlanta Housewife NeNe Leakes doesn’t appear in the trailer, it certainly still has plenty of the show’s signature blend of nights out, fights and one-liners.

First up, we’ve got Whitfield stirring up drama with Moore over construction at Moore’s new (and still unfinished) home: “The bitch is back and the Chateau is finally ready,” says Whitfield, flaunting her own newly finished mansion. “Unlike ‘More Work Needed Manor!’ ”

“Look, ho—” Moore says, before Whitfield fires back: “Ho?! Why you running away with your unfinished a– house?!”

But Moore has bigger fish to fry: The star is also going through a rollercoaster relationship with her on-again, off-again boyfriend Matt Jordan.

Things appear to be going well at first, with Parks remarking to Moore: “Real sex does you good, girl” — but things quickly take a dark turn.

“He kicked in my hotel room door,” says Moore in the next scene, crying. “Just mad and hitting the walls."

Monday, October 24, 2016

Teresa Giudice Promises The Real Housewives of New Jersey Reunion Is a Can't Miss

EOnline.com:

The Real Housewives of New Jersey's Teresa Giudice and Jacqueline Laurita are never—ever—getting back together, according to Teresa at least.

"You know what? When you really hurt someone, I think it's hard to go back. It's like a marriage. Like when your husband cheats on you, it's hard to go—some women forgive, and I guess I did kind of forgive her because I did accept her back into my life when I came home, but then she hurt me again and again," Teresa told E! News at Mohegan Sun's 20th Anniversary celebration.

Teresa and Jacqueline recently came face-to-face at The Real Housewives of New Jersey season seven reunion. "It's definitely a reunion you don't want to miss," Teresa said.

A source previously described the reunion as "crazy," and told us Teresa and Jacqueline had words. Jacqueline also rehashed their drama Melissa Gorga.

"Jacqueline and Melissa really went at it," a source told us. " Teresa and Jacqueline as well. Teresa went crazy on her."

Our source said the ladies fought about what they've been sparring about all season.

Real Housewives of Melbourne to Return for a Fourth Season, But Chyka Keebaugh Won't Be Back

DailyMail.com:

Real Housewives of Melbourne is reportedly making a comeback.

Sources tell The Herald Sun the reality TV show 'will definitely' be back for a fourth series next year.

Meanwhile, cast member Chyka Keebaugh has confirmed she will not return.

Chyka, 46, decided to quit RHOM to focus on her family, hospitality business and lifestyle brand.

She previously wrote on Instagram: 'Reality TV is a ride I have enjoyed it thoroughly, but that ride for me is now over.'

Chyka, nicknamed Switzerland on the show, also said leaving RHOM would make way for new opportunities.

'I have decided to close this door in order to make way for some exciting new opportunities within the lifestyle arena, for the "Chyka Home and Life" media brand.'

Despite her departure, Chyka has a positive attitude towards her former co-stars, saying earlier this year, 'My friendships made during the show won't change'.

'I'll look on with such pride as the girls film many more seasons full of drama, frocks and shocks

'I'll just have a little more time for my family and businesses,' she concluded.

In June, Gina Liano confirmed the show will 'definitely' be back, but didn't reveal which cast members would be returning.

Sunday, October 23, 2016

Why Danielle Staub "Immediately Said Yes" to Meeting with Teresa Giudice

BravoTV.com:

It was the Instagram post that shook the world on Wednesday. Or at least the world of The Real Housewives of New Jersey. Teresa Giudice posted a photo of herself getting her yoga on with her onetime adversary Danielle Staub, and we're still picking our jaws up off the floor.

But truthfully, there was nothing but love (and yoga) between the Garden State ladies when they got together. "Teresa reached out to me a few weeks ago wanting to reconnect with me and I immediately said yes. We were talking about yoga mostly and our kids via text message and then, seeing as she has this love for yoga — I don't think she understood that I've been a yogi for eight years and I'm well advanced in my yoga practice — she asked if she could come and take a class with me. I took her to my favorite yogi master and instructor and she joined the class," Danielle described during a recent interview with Mic. "When she walked in, it was like we just saw each other yesterday; we gave each other a big hug. It was quite beautiful because people were walking up to us asking, 'Did we just witness something iconic?'"

Though these two have quite a history together, Danielle said that they have moved on from their tumultuous past. "I know we can. We went and had Jamba Juice and discussed everything that had happened. A little bit of tears because I definitely feel like she was heartfelt with the way she wants to acknowledge how she treated me and my children," the RHONJ alum explained. "It takes a really big person to own up to your mistakes. I forgive. You don't ever forget, but when someone apologizes I have always been able to move on from it as long as I believe it's genuine. She's really grown as a person."

In addition to "maybe" spilling some tea about the other Housewives, Teresa told The Daily Dish on Thursday that she and Danielle had a lengthy chat during their yoga sesh. "We talked about a lot. Not too much, because I had to go, but it was good," Teresa shared (clip above). "We aired some stuff out."

However, it sounds like Danielle has not made the same amends with Jacqueline Laurita, who started out as her friend when RHONJ first premiered, but then their relationship fell apart as the series went on. "She's stuck in high school," Danielle told Mic. "She wants everyone to be her friend but she's not willing to be a friend to anyone."

Since RHONJ, Danielle said she has kept busy raising her daughters, who are now 18 and 22 years old. She is also "in a very serious relationship with the man I believe I will spend the rest of my life with."

Luann de Lesseps Says Certain 'Housewives' Tried To 'Ruin My Happiness'

People.com:

Luann de Lesseps has been a star of The Real Housewives of New York for seven seasons, but she says her time on the most recent season 8 was her least favorite.

In an interview with Sirius XM, the Bravo personality told the host of Wake Up with Taylor, “Every season has been different” but added of the most recent season, “I would say that I think this season — this last season” was the most difficult.

“Even though I got engaged, it was so toxic against me from the other women about being in love. They kind of tried to ruin my happiness,” de Lesseps, 51, said. “They didn’t, but they tried.”

De Lesseps, who will marry her fiancé Tom D’Agostino, Jr. on New Year’s Eve in Palm Beach, Fla., spent the last season defending her husband-to-be after he was spotted kissing an ex-girlfriend at the Regency Hotel in New York.

But despite D’Agostino kissing another woman the night before the couple’s engagement party, the reality star is choosing to move forward with her engagement.

“I’m not going to let a stupid kiss ruin the rest of my life,” she told PEOPLE. “He screwed up. What he did was wrong. But this wasn’t premeditated. It wasn’t an affair. It was a mistake. He was upset with me. It was a stupid retaliation of some sort. He did the wrong thing, and he totally recognizes that. I know in my heart of hearts that he loves me.”

RELATED: Luann de Lesseps Starts Filming 'RHONY'

Saturday, October 22, 2016

Porsha Williams Spills the Details on Dating Her Ex Again

EOnline.com:

Sometimes things are better the second time around.

When it comes to the new season of Real Housewives of Atlanta, reality star Porsha Williams reveals that fans will be getting an even closer view into her life through the show touching on intimate topics such as her love life and dipping back into dating.

"This season on Housewives, you will really get to know me. Um, I've been kind of evolving. And I think this season I'm more comfortable in my skin than ever before," Williams told the ladies on The Real (airing Monday).

"I'm taking counseling, which is something I'm a really big fan of, therapy. Being able to have another outlet is really good. Getting back closer to family as well and saying, 'yes' to things more. You know? Sometimes life can wear you down."

Williams continued to explain that she stopped holding blessings back from happening, and it ultimately led to rekindling an old flame.

"The power of yes! You know, you start to say 'no' because you think you're protecting yourself, but really, you're stopping some of the blessings that could happen. So for me, this season, you know, I start dating again," she said.

"And crazy enough, the person that I'm seeing is someone from my past. We dated four years in my early twenties, he was the love of my life."

Williams added that funny enough, her new beau's last name is Stewart! But no, it's not her ex-husband, LOL. "But it's interesting, you get to kind of see that relationship and kind of where we are. We're not exactly in a relationship right now, but it's growing into something," she said.

After 19 Years Together Larsa Pippen and Husband Scottie Pippen Decide To End Their Marriage

EOnline.com:

Larsa Pippen and her husband Scottie Pippen have decided to end their marriage after nearly two decades together.

E! News confirmed the retired NBA star filed for divorce from the his wife on Friday after 19 years of marraige, and now we've learned what lead up to their split.

Many people speculated that Future was at the center of the breakup as Larsa has been spotted hanging out with him recently. However, a source tells E! News they are "friends," and he has nothing to do with it.

Rather, the source told us, "Scottie and Larsa have been separated for quite some time living separate lives. Scottie has been residing in Chicago where his businesses are while Larsa has been living in Miami full time raising their children."

The insider notes that, despite the rumors regarding the split, she is only concerned about their children, Sophia Pippen, Scotty Pippen Jr., Justin Pippen and Preston Pippen. "Her sole focus right now are the children," the source added.

Though Scottie filed for the divorce, a rep for Larsa's camp told E! News the feeling is mutual.

"After careful consideration and 19 years together, Larsa and Scottie have each filed for dissolution of their marriage," a rep for the former Real Housewives of Miami star told us a statement. "Although they are no longer to be married, Larsa remains hopeful that she and Scottie will always do what is best for their 4 beautiful children and jointly raise them with love and respect.

"She would like to thank everyone for their understanding and kindly ask for privacy from the media during this difficult time of transition for her family."

Friday, October 21, 2016

Dolores Catania Explains Her Unconventional Relationship with Ex-Husband Frank

BravoTV.com:

Dolores Catania and her ex-husband Frank Catania are no longer married, but sometimes it almost seems like they're still together on The Real Housewives of New Jersey. They own businesses together, Frank led the remodeling of Dolores' home, and he even continues to manage her finances.

This is something the RHONJ newbie has gotten a lot of questions about. "Actually, there are a lot of men claiming their wives or girlfriends made them watch the show who come up to my ex husband to praise how we’ve been able to divorce so amicably," Dolores said during a recent interview published on The Huffington Post's Blogs section. "And women come to me and ask about this, but Frank has really gotten that question and been recognized."

Dolores briefly mentioned on RHONJ that she was recently engaged to someone else, but they decided to break up. "It never works out when a new partner does not understand the dynamics between Frank and myself," she said during the interview on The Huffington Post's Blogs. "Frank has been with his wonderful girlfriend for 12 years now and the relationship we have is great. If she can’t go somewhere with him, she’ll ask me if I’d like to attend because she completely understands it’s a friendship of 2 people who will always have kids they share [Gabrielle and Frankie]. His girlfriend not only accepts that there’s a family but she embraces it and we all have a good dynamic - all around."

Still, Dolores said she recognizes how unusual her relationship with Frank may seem to some people. "Frank and I are not married and obviously not involved beyond being good friends and co-parents as well as partners in business," she explained. "He called this morning to see how I’m doing & I sent him a pic of my butt because I just had work done yesterday - but this is completely normal for us."

However, it took some time for Dolores to rebuild that relationship with Frank after their marriage ended. "We had a very difficult time years ago and I had a lot of pain and anger to deal with. I mean, he cheated (he is not with that woman now, Thank God) and ended up leaving us right before I was supposed to give birth," Dolores said. "It took a lot of blood, sweat and tears but we were able to work it out. It certainly wasn’t always easy or anything like it looks now."

Tamra Judge Apologizes to Kelly Dodd After Ireland Debacle

ETOnline.com:

Tamra Judge is owning up to what went down in Ireland on the next episode of The Real Housewives of Orange County -- and ET has your exclusive first look.

After returning to the OC, Tamra and co-star Kelly Dodd sit down to hash out their differences. While abroad, Kelly got heated and told Shannon Beador she could see why Tamra’s daughter no longer talks to her. Shannon reported that information back to Tamra, who then exploded on Kelly.

Cameras didn’t capture the moment, but the ladies’ microphones were on -- and viewers could hear Tamra get physical with Kelly. There was some debate after the fact whether Tamra did in fact push Kelly, but Tamra sets the record straight during the dinner.

“So, one hundred percent, I was wrong,” Kelly says. “And I just wanted to clarify that with you.”

“I didn’t have any bad intent,” she adds. “I didn’t mean to hurt you. It was wrong. One hundred percent, I was wrong. I’m really, really, really sorry.”

“In Ireland, after that whole thing happened with what you said about my daughter, it just really put me in a bad, bad place,” Tamra says. “I’m very upset with myself, and disappointed, and I do want to apologize for pushing you.”

“I’m not a good drunk,” she continues, blaming the moment on alcohol. “There’s been time -- what, a couple weeks now? … You have to forgive to feel better about yourself, and move on.”

Before we get to that makeup session, there is more Ireland drama to come. Kelly told ET back in August she felt picked on by Tamra, Shannon and Heather Dubrow.

“I couldn't take it anymore, and then I exploded on them some news that Vicki [Gunvalson] told me,” Kelly shared. “You have to watch, because it's so good. It's so good.”

“We were all having a great time until Kelly got mad and she told us all the horrible things she was saying about us,” Tamra teased to ET back in July.

Thursday, October 20, 2016

Meghan King Edmonds Feels Kelly Dodd Had Every Reason to Feel Set Up on Ireland Trip

BravoTV.com:

After week two of the Ireland trip, what did y’all think? Of course it had even more drama! Since I was pregnant, I couldn’t participate, and I didn’t feel well for most of the trip, but watching these episodes back, I’m grateful for my baby girl for keeping me in my room away from it all!

The highlight of the trip for me was definitely learning so much about my family’s heritage. If you ever have the chance to meet with a genealogist and tour where your ancestors lived, you should! I learned so much and can’t wait to go back some day with my family and less drama. Looking for my relatives at Greystones was not nearly as easy as I thought it would be, and it actually ended up being totally awkward and forced. Even though I did end up meeting an O'Toole, it was still awkward! I've actually met more family members that I didn’t know I had in and around St. Louis! (For example, Girly Girl's trainer turned out to be my second cousin, my mom's first cousin's daughter). My family is so huge, so it's hard to know more than just immediate family! Even though wandering the streets of Greystones was easier said than done, I loved being able to tour Powerscourt and learn more about my ancestors.

Watching the ladies attempt to milk the cows was hilarious. I knew when I set that up for them that it would be entertaining to see, and as much as I wish I could’ve joined them, it was nice being able to pass on that adventure.

It was strange to see Shannon asking for a double for Kelly. I don't understand why she wanted to get her drunk? Since Kelly has a history of behaving badly when she's drunk, I believe that she had every reason to feel set up by Shannon. I don’t know if that was the case, but that whole meal felt weird and a little forced. Of course that meal then lead to World War III later that night! That car ride to the airport was not how I wanted to end my time in Ireland – just wait until next week when you see the rest of the footage!

RELATED: Kelly Dodd: I Am Naive Sometimes

Teresa Giudice and Former Archnemesis Danielle Staub Reunite ... for Yoga?!

People.com:

They had one of the biggest feuds in Real Housewives of New Jersey history. But it looks like Teresa Giudice and Danielle Staub have put their past behind them.

The two reality stars reunited on Wednesday for a morning yoga session at New Jersey’s JZT Dance and Yoga studio.

Giudice, 44, shared a photo of their experience together on social media, posing with friends on side-by-side yoga mats.

“Loved catching up and bonding this am with @daniellestaub,” the Turning Tables author tweeted.

“Leaving the past in the past and moving forward with only positive vibes,” she added on Instagram. “Looking forward to the future.”

“It was so nice seeing you,” Staub, 54, wrote in response. ” Just like old times…. great talk we had over Jamba Juice!”

The reunion was a surprise for RHONJ fans, who thought they’d never see the day the (former?) enemies would speak again.

Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Tamra Judge Breaks Down After Off-Camera Altercation with Kelly Dodd: 'I'll Kill You'

People.com:

She may have been visiting the green lands of Ireland, but Tamra Judge was seeing red on Monday’s all-new Real Housewives of Orange County episode.

The 49-year-old Cut Fitness owner lost her cool during a girls trip to Dublin, pushing Housewife Kelly Dodd after she made a disparaging comment about Judge’s estranged daughter, Sidney Barney.

As Judge revealed in the season 10 reunion, Sidney has been living with Judge’s ex-husband, Simon Barney, and hasn’t seen her mother in two years.

“You f—— bitch,” Judge screamed at Dodd in the off-camera altercation. “You talk about my f—— daughter and I’ll f—— kill you. What is wrong with you?”

The fight began when Judge accused Dodd of looking into Heather Dubrow‘s finances.

“You’re a goddamn liar,” an angry Dodd shot back. “Are you out of your mind? You are really a piece of work. You’re a liar — a f—— liar. I tell the truth! Shame on you.”

Judge wasn’t exactly lying — she was just getting some of the facts twisted. Dodd had, in fact, learned that Dubrow had borrowed money to buy the land her epic new house is now built upon. Dodd just hadn’t looked for that information — she was told it by Dubrow’s loaner.

“I have a realtor friend who knows the Dubrows and she told me they couldn’t afford her lot and they had to get a loan for her,” Dodd told viewers. “Just because I got this information and relayed it doesn’t mean I was looking into her.”

The accusation only fueled Dodd’s anger. “She’s a f—— s—-stirrer and a f—— liar,” she told Shannon Beador. “Goddamn f—— liar. No wonder why her daughter doesn’t talk to her.”

Ex-Husband Jason Hoppy to Bethenny Frankel: Shut Up!

TheHollywoodGossip.com:

Jason Hoppy and Bethenny Frankel were once a loved up couple.

Yes, for a very brief period of time, they were totally in love, but that all came to a grinding halt pretty quickly.

As you probably know if you watch The Real Housewives of New Jersey online, Bethenny likes to talk about her relationship.

However, she doesn't keep all of it for the show, but she most certainly does not speak highly of her ex-husband.

Something always seemed pretty off about their relationship. As much as they wanted fans to believe they were legit, it just seemed like a business agreement.

The couple got married on Bethenny Getting Married, but their relationship concluded in 2013, with Bethenny filing for divorce.

However, the two of them were locked in a nasty custody battle afterwards.

The former couple are probably far from amicable right about now.

There's no denying that she's an opinionated woman, but would she really go as far as to cause all of that drama for her former flame?

Well, she did call him "white trash" in a courtroom.

Now, it's been revealed that all Jason wants is for Bethenny to stop trashing him.
His lawyer, Bernard Clair did not hold back about what Jason thinks about Bethenny in a new report.

“Jason has asked her numerous times to stop talking about him, their daughter, and their divorce publicly,” Clair revealed.

Hoppy is also allegedly not happy about someone making a parody Twitter account in his name.

It fooled a lot of people into thinking it was the real deal.

Tuesday, October 18, 2016

The Dallas Morning News Interviews LeeAnne Locken

Meghan King Edmonds Dishes on Her Third Trimester and How She's Preparing for Her Baby Girl

EOnline.com:

The drama may be brewing in Ireland this week on Real Housewives of Orange County. But back home, Meghan King Edmonds is totally focused on her pregnancy journey.

As the Bravo star prepares for the birth of her first child with husband Jim Edmonds, E! News is learning more about how the couple is gearing up for their expanding family.

From the looks and sounds of things, it's pretty drama free.

"We just can't believe we've created this little baby together and can't wait to meet her. Jimmy is constantly doting on me, but he's usually very attentive," Meghan shared with E! News exclusively. "He has a close relationship with my parents and siblings and is happy my parents live so close. He's looking forward to having them at our house as much as possible! It's not a typical in-law relationship!"

While viewers have been able to follow Meghan's pregnancy on Bravo, her social media followers have learned that the mom-to-be is hard at work on the nursery. While it's not complete just yet, the #Hashtag Hats founder is excited at the progress she has made.

"It's more sophisticated than I anticipated with lots of statement pieces including an original painting I had commissioned, children's Versailles chairs from Restoration Hardware, a round crib in the center of the room and big, billowy puddled drapes," she explained. "Jim has great decorating ideas but he tends to under decorate. He thinks I over decorate, but he loves whatever I do. He's thrilled with the nursery!"

Although Meghan may have reached the eight-months mark, the Bravolebrity is still making time to travel and attend her family member's wedding. In addition, she recently participated in a maternity shoot where she posed in lingerie.

"It was hard to see all the new chub without a bump at first. Now that my bump has caught up I'm loving my womanly body," she explained after sharing a sneak peek on Instagram. "I'm fascinated by my body and how it nourishes our baby. I feel sexy!"

Monday, October 17, 2016

'Real Housewives of New Jersey' Episode Sees Teresa Giudice's Husband Joe Finally Going to Prison

EOnline.com:

Is anyone else as heartbroken for the Giudice girls as we are after watching the latest episode of The Real Housewives of New Jersey?

After weeks of heated arguments between Bravo's Garden State ladies, the nastiness was set aside this week for something a little bit sadder as the season finally caught up to that fateful day in March when Joe Giudice finally had to surrender himself and begin his 41-month prison sentence. Watching Teresa Giudice and her children say goodbye to ol' Juicy Joe made for quite the emotional experience.

Mercifully, Bravo made the right call and didn't intrude on Joe's actual goodbyes with his daughters in the house before he and Teresa got into the car and drove away, allowing for that moment to remain private, but there was still plenty to see that had us reaching for a tissue or two. Each of his girls giving him a birthday cupcake to make up for the ones they won't get to spend with him? Melissa and Joe Gorga's youngest son Joey clinging to his uncle at his going away party? Poor Milania watching her dad prepare to drive away through a window, retreating into the house in tears once the cameras catch her? Little Audriana telling her tough-as-nails older sister Milania that if she cries, she'll make her sister cry, too?

Siggy Flicker said it best: "You would have to be an empty shell of a person for this not to affect you."

Sunday, October 16, 2016

Sonja Morgan Keeps Her Pick for Real Housewives President Kept in the RHONY Family

BravoTV.com:

The time has come for you to cast your vote for president... of the Real Housewives. The 2016 Real Housewives Awards have officially kicked off, and that means you can now make your voice heard in this important election. The decision in this category is sure to be a tough one. The ladies in the running — Bethenny Frankel, Kandi Burruss, Lisa Vanderpump, Teresa Giudice, Karen Huger, LeeAnne Locken, and Vicki Gunvalson — have all made an impact on their respective franchise, but in the end only one can win the coveted title of president. If you're looking for a little direction on the matter, Sonja Morgan is showing some love for her The Real Housewives of New York City pal.

"Who should win president of of the Housewife franchises? Of course it's Bethenny," she told The Daily Dish. "She's the biggest B in the business. And I'll leave it up to you to decide what the B stands for. She's my girl. She's on my cast but I'm not saying that because she's on my cast."

Sonja really thinks Bethenny is worthy of the president title because she's herself in all situations at all times. "She just takes it out on me all the time like anybody else. I mean she's an equal opportunity bitch. That's her MO. I mean you take your friends for the way they are. I'm not expecting her to be any different with me than she is all the time," Sonja explained. "You now, but I tell you, I'm much happier with people just telling me the way it is. Just be real and I can deal."

Sonja is also up for a Real Housewife Award.

Joanna Krupa Poses Nude & More Racy ‘Real Housewives’ Pics

TMZ.com:

Joanna Krupa brought another meaning to the term beach bum down in Miami.

One minute the Polish model was like a fish in the surf ... extremely slippery when wet.

Then she was on land, where her husband, Romain Zago, unfortunately got in the picture and made sure she was protected ... from the sun.

Check out the vid -- pretty sure he didn't miss a single spot.

Joanna gave us even more proof ... her body's just fine. Totally fine.

Saturday, October 15, 2016

'RHOBH' season 7: Lisa Rinna & Kyle Richards at Odds with New Housewife Eden Sasoon?

BlastingNews.com:

Kyle Richards may not be a fan of her newest co-star, Eden Sassoon. Following Sassoon's addition to the show weeks ago, Richards and her fellow "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Lisa Rinna attended an event in Los Angeles, where they spoke of their time filming with Sassoon.

During a red carpet interview with Access Hollywood, via a report by Reality Tea, Richards and Rinna were asked about their new co-star and quickly made their feelings clear with their facial expressions and unenthusiastic comments. While neither party outright dissed Sassoon, the daughter of hair icon Vidal Sassoon, the outlet claimed that both women appeared frustrated with having to speak of her at all.

Speaking to Access Hollywood, Kyle Richards confirmed that Sassoon had come onto the show as a "friend of the housewives," not an actual housewife, which means that she will be seen substantially less than the other women. She then admitted that she may not have been allowed to make that announcement and said that she wasn't Sassoon's favorite person.

Meanwhile, after Rinna was asked for her thoughts on Sassoon, she shook her head back and forth before ultimately stating that she was previously a "big fan" of her father's. She then told the outlet that they will have to watch the show and see what happens between them.

According to Reality Tea, it was obvious that Rinna wasn't thrilled with having to address her newest co-star, but she did tell Access Hollywood that she was still getting to know her, which appeared to hint that there may be a chance for a future friendship.

Jacqueline Laurita Says Her and Dina Manzo Are Good

BravoTV.com:

It's been a few weeks since Caroline Manzo broke the news that her on and off-again relationship with her sister Dina Manzo is, in fact, off again, but for Jacqueline Laurita, things are still good with her sister-in-law.

"[Dina] and I made up two years ago," Jacqueline told The Daily Dish. "She came over for Thanksgiving, I saw her that Christmas, and I saw her at Lauren [Manzo Scalia]’s wedding."

Since Dina moved to Los Angeles, the Jersey Housewife admits the two don't see each other any more but manage to still keep in touch. "She sent me some stuff that I put on Instagram for her, and I sent her stuff that she put on Instagram for me. I would say it’s peaceful between us, but we haven’t seen her."

The last time Caroline and Dina were feuding, Jacqueline was also involved in the drama. While appearing on Watch What Happens Live in 2014, Caroline revealed that Dina didn't want Jacqueline in her life and gave her sister and Chris Laurita an ultimatum.

"I want you to understand the gravity of that," Caroline told host Andy Cohen. "This is a man that has a son that has special needs, and you’re saying for him to leave his wife in order for you to have a relationship with him."

Caroline has yet to reveal the reason behind her current feud with sister Dina, but it's safe to say the issue this time is not Jacqueline.

Friday, October 14, 2016

Cynthia Bailey Celebrates Estranged Husband Peter Thomas’ Birthday

PageSix.com:

Cynthia Bailey and Peter Thomas’ marriage may be over, but their friendship isn’t.

On Sunday, Thomas and his “Real Housewives of Atlanta” cast mates including Kandi Burruss, Todd Tucker, Phaedra Parks and Kenya Moore celebrated his birthday in Maui, Hawaii, where the show appears to be filming.

Bailey, 48, shared a selfie from the beach, writing, “Happy Birthday @PeterThomasRHOA Continued love, peace & blessings. Always love. Enjoy your day. #Happybirthdaypeter.”

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Thomas also shared his own message to mark the occasion. “So today it’s my birthday and I am in paradise, why don’t I feel like it, thank you GOD, for bringing me this far, I definitely need you to complete my journey,” it read.

While Thomas and Bailey seem to be acting cordial lately, their relationship wasn’t always so friendly.

Back in July, Thomas claims he was blindsided by Bailey’s divorce filing after five years of marriage. Since then, the former couple has put their Atlanta home on the market for $699,000.

Teresa Giudice Is Done Giving Jacqueline Laurita Chances

BravoTV.com:

Hi Everyone --

I am so glad that the episode ended with me and Dolores going to church and praying, because prayers have gotten me through so much. Prayers are what we all need after everything that has happened in this episode.

At the beginning of the episode, Dolores asked Jacqueline point blank if she was done with her relationship with me, and she said yes. She said she was done with Melissa, too.

Truth be told, that was a relief to hear. I don’t want her in my life anymore because she is too toxic and too negative and has caused me too many problems over the years. I don’t need it and Melissa doesn’t need it.

When I saw Siggy say that she has never seen that side of Jacqueline before, I laughed because I have! Too many times!

I've said this many times before -- I just want peace in my life, that's all. I have too much going on and don’t have the energy for someone like Jacqueline anymore. I wish her and her family well. But I'm done, too.

I'm also done with Kim D. After seeing her stir the pot at her fashion show again? I always gave her the benefit of the doubt, but I finally got my answer. I'm glad I got to see her true colors for myself.

What bothers me the most is that by saying what she said, she hurts my children. When you have known someone a long time and they do something like that shows how much class they have.

I also thought it was interesting that she decided to bring me and Joe up while she was on camera and at the fashion show.

Thursday, October 13, 2016

Petition Gains Steam To Replace Kelly Dodd on 'RHOC' After Alleged 'Fat-Shaming' Incident on Twitter

Inquisitr.com:

Is Kelly Dodd in danger of getting fired by Bravo? The polarizing newcomer of The Real Housewives of Orange County crossed a line with some fans when she fat-shamed a woman on Instagram.

She took it a step further by going to the woman’s Instagram account to criticize her weight and how embarrassed she is going to be by her.

According to The Real Mr. Housewife, Kelly Dodd wrote an offensive message on her Instagram to a fan who wrote something she didn’t like.

Dodd wrote, “Maybe try losing some weight because your kid is going to be ashamed that you’re a pig!! Get off my page you pig!” What’s more, Kelly went to @chellbell1973’s personal Instagram account page to make a disparaging comment about the woman and her daughter.

According to several tweets that Kelly Dodd is responding to, she tells fans that the woman attacked her husband and daughter.

Dodd writes in one response, “When ppl attack my husband & kid! I can’t say anything?? That girl shamed my family! I can’t say the same thing bk?”

Several fans proceeded to encourage Dodd to go silent and not react to the trolls. She acknowledged their suggestions by responding with “sage advice” and that one of them was “right.” Another person suggested Kelly disable her comments on Instagram.

In September, it was revealed that Kelly sent a private Facebook message to another fan telling her to get a nose job. The fan responded by calling her a “real girls’ girl” and that her automatic response to defending herself on anything is to attack another person’s looks. She added that once her time is up as a reality TV star she’ll only be remembered as a “joke” like so many others are.

Melissa Gorga Finally Admits She Got a Nose Job

People.com:

Real Housewives of New Jersey star Melissa Gorga has dodged questions and speculation about whether or not she’s gotten a nose job for years, but she’s finally coming clean.

On this week’s episode of the always dramatic Bravo franchise, Gorga’s frenemy co-star Jacqueline Laurita accused her of having not one, not two, but four nose jobs (in the midst of a dinner party screaming match). So finally, Gorga decided to open up — while putting Laurita in her place. “Let’s be honest, it’s the worst-kept secret that I’ve had a nose job, but it’s my secret to tell, not hers,” Gorga said on the show.

The 37-year-old reality star and mom anticipates some negative feedback for getting work done, but she says she’s not ashamed to admit it.

“It’s a personal thing,” the star told The Daily Dish. “It’s not hurting anyone. It’s your own business. Some people like to say, ‘Hey, I injected this, tummy tucked this,’ and that’s fine, too. It’s something that’s personal to me. It’s one of the very few things that is personal in my life at this point.”

It’s pretty clear Gorga’s rocky on-and-off friendship with Laurita won’t be mended anytime soon, either. “That was one of the things I wanted to keep to myself. Unfortunately, I had a crappy friend who has told the world for me,” Gorga said. “I have children, and there are certain things I don’t feel like I need to blurt all over the world.”

Ummm, someone might want to tell Melissa that as far as scandalous things you'd fear your children finding out about you, having had a nose job is on the extreme lighter side of the scale.

RELATED: Jacqueline Laurita Accuses Teresa Giudice and Melissa Gorga of Banding Together Against Her

Wednesday, October 12, 2016

Meghan King Edmonds Talks Excitement at Seeing That Ireland 'RHOC' Trip

Siggy Flicker Explains Her Constant Tears on 'Real Housewives of New Jersey'

BravoTV.com:

Some viewers have felt for me -– others have questioned my sanity -– either way, there’s no denying I’ve cried enough tears so far during this season of the RHONJ to form a Flicker River. You may have noticed I’m an emotional person, but do you know why I’m so emotional? I’m ready now to fill you in.

I’ve always had issues with my fibroids, but two years ago, they were inflamed enough to require surgery. During the surgery, my doctor, Dr. Nimesh Nagarsheth who saved my life, found a pre-cancerous tumor on my other ovary. Who knew inflamed fibroids could be such a blessing?! I underwent a full hysterectomy and my body went into complete shock; my hormones were –- and occasionally continue to be –- out of whack. My doctor recommended that I do hormone replacement therapy to counter the effects of my uterus being removed, but after much research, I decided against it because of the increased breast cancer risk associated with it. I also opted to have my breast implants removed because I couldn’t stand the thought of anything foreign in my body anymore. I embrace my hot flashes and my highs and lows. I’m alive and healthy, and that’s all that matters to me!

Now more than ever, I’m able to focus on what I feel is truly important in life. I’ve never been one to partake in drama, and after going through something like this, I know all too well that you don’t know what each day brings; life is too short and too precious, and there are MUCH MORE IMPORTANT THINGS IN LIFE THAN PETTY BULLS---.

I’m so lucky that my girlfriends have accepted me for who I am, an empathetic, compassionate, loyal friend to all of my loved ones. I’m also so grateful that they respect my wishes -- I don’t want to be in the middle of any more drama. The ladies and I have a pact: Teresa and Melissa won’t talk about Jacqueline in my presence, and Jacqueline won’t talk about Teresa or Melissa around me. I respect them and love them ALL too much to tolerate anything being said about any of them. Thank you, Chris, for understanding that I’m about mending, not breaking people.

What I do wish is that everyone on the show would sit down together and really listen to each other, the way Melissa and I did over coffee. You get so much further with people when you sit down with them, really listen to what they have to say, and you’re honest with them. I saw Melissa in a whole new light after our conversation, and I’m so glad that we each took the time to meet that day.