Bravo TV executive Andy Cohen dished on the future of some of the biggest Real Housewives franchises on an episode of Andy Cohen Live.
RHORI
Real Housewives of Rhode Island is “going to be really good,” promised Andy. “We’re almost done filming the season.”
Andy confirmed it’s a “very” Italian cast thanks to its proximity to NY and NJ. “You do not want to f*ck with the people from Rhode Island.”
“We love Italians” and agreed he’s attracted to their “fiery” nature.
ICYMI, Dolores Catania has a friend on the RHORI cast and is slated to make an appearance.
RHONY
Since the Real Housewives of New York reboot didn’t transpire as hoped, the network is shaking things up.
“Yes” production is bringing in new women, explained Andy. “A few have been determined. We haven’t rounded it out yet.”
Regarding the number of newbies, Andy wouldn’t commit to a specific figure, as it’s “to be determined.”
RHOBH
Season 15 of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is “going great.”
“I believe we just wrapped. It’s so good.” (Based on the timing of this interview, my guess is that Alexia Umansky’s wedding will be the season finale, but we’ll see!)
A caller asked about the relationship between cast newbie, Rachel Zoe, and returning Housewife, Denise F*cking Richards. “Denise filmed with us a few times. I think she and Rachel know each other. They’re ok.”
RHONJ
Again, Real Housewives of New Jersey is on Bravo’s docket. Rumors from an anonymous source went viral (due to non-media-literate people having the biggest mouths … don’t get me started), which were debunked by Bravo TV.
“Jersey, we are working on, too.”
“We are taking our time with these shows. When we bring them back, we want to get them right.”
Andy concluded, “We took our time with Atlanta, and we feel we got it right.”
I really hope Andy is referring to the upcoming season 17 of Real Housewives of Atlanta because s16 was not it.
