The Real Housewives of Orange County

Aired 2008

The mid-2000s housing crash brings severe financial strain to the community, forcing women like Jeana Keough to navigate a brutal economic downturn. Young newcomer Gretchen Rossi sparks immediate gossip and skepticism from Tamra Barney and Vicki Gunvalson due to her engagement to an ailing, wealthy older man. This mutual distrust culminates in a disastrous, alcohol-fueled etiquette dinner, all while Vicki’s marriage crumbles and Lauri Peterson steps away from the group to focus on her troubled son.

Aired 2009

As financial hardship hits the neighborhood, longtime resident Jeana Keough steps back from the toxic group dynamic, making room for devout Christian mother Alexis Bellino. Tensions mount across the community as Gretchen Rossi begins a polarizing romance with Slade Smiley, and Lynne Curtin’s opulent lifestyle secretly unravels due to her husband's hidden debts. Meanwhile, the tight bond between Vicki Gunvalson and Tamra Barney completely ruptures when Vicki's vocal disapproval of Tamra's husband forces Tamra to choose between her spouse and her best friend.

Aired 2011

As the women attempt to move past old traumas, deeply rooted conflicts resurface when Alexis Bellino introduces her friend Peggy Tanous, sparking an intense, unspoken rivalry between the two wealthy mothers. Tamra Barney navigates a volatile divorce while finding solace in a steamy new romance with Eddie Judge and drawing community whispers over her close friendship with a local lesbian. The group's emotional stability crumbles entirely as Gretchen Rossi clashes with Tamra once again, and Vicki Gunvalson spirals into a vulnerable emotional tailspin amidst escalating marital discord.

Aired 2012

Vicki Gunvalson struggles in the wake of her separation, finding herself completely isolated when her controversial new romance with Brooks Ayers alienates her daughter and longtime rivals Tamra Barney and Gretchen Rossi form a shocking new friendship. While Tamra focuses on her real estate career and Gretchen pursues entertainment opportunities in Las Vegas, ultra-polished former actress Heather Dubrow joins the neighborhood. Heather's sophisticated air immediately clashes with Alexis Bellino, culminating in relentless scrutiny that pushes their friendships to a breaking point during a tense getaway to Costa Rica.

Aired 2013

As Tamra Barney plans her wedding to Eddie, her joy is overshadowed by a fierce tug-of-war for her loyalty between Gretchen Rossi and Vicki Gunvalson, a rivalry exacerbated by the return of Lauri Peterson and her damaging rumors about Vicki. Hoping to land her dream home on a luxury magazine cover, Heather Dubrow introduces wealthy heiress Lydia McLaughlin to the group, though the spiritual newcomer quickly becomes overwhelmed playing peacekeeper during a high-stakes trip to Mexico. Meanwhile, professional jealousy erodes Gretchen and Heather’s mutual trust, leaving a cautious Alexis Bellino caught in the crossfire as she attempts to mend fences with the women who previously alienated her.

Aired 2014

As Heather Dubrow immerses herself in designing her sprawling mega-mansion, she introduces eccentric new neighbor Shannon Beador, whose hidden marital struggles and subsequent misunderstandings quickly ignite a bitter high-society feud between the two women. Meanwhile, Vicki Gunvalson faces a heartbreaking family crisis when the toxic animosity between her boyfriend and daughter forces Briana to move out of state. Into this emotional minefield steps opinionated former beauty queen Lizzie Rovsek, who fearlessly challenges the veteran housewives and triggers explosive confrontations during a dramatic group trip to Bali.

Aired 2015

As Heather Dubrow immerses herself in designing her sprawling mega-mansion, she introduces eccentric new neighbor Shannon Beador, whose hidden marital struggles and subsequent misunderstandings quickly ignite a bitter high-society feud between the two women. Meanwhile, Vicki Gunvalson faces a heartbreaking family crisis when the toxic animosity between her boyfriend and daughter forces Briana to move out of state. Into this emotional minefield steps opinionated former beauty queen Lizzie Rovsek, who fearlessly challenges the veteran housewives and triggers explosive confrontations during a dramatic group trip to Bali.

Aired 2016

Isolated from her former friends, Vicki Gunvalson forms an intense bond with fearless newcomer Kelly Dodd, whose unfiltered, explosive energy sparks legendary screaming matches that completely disrupt the conservative enclave. Standing firm against Vicki, Tamra Judge juggles a new grandchild and her fitness empire while strengthening her bond with Shannon Beador, who enjoys a beautiful vow renewal despite lingering marital trauma. The group's fragile dynamic faces terrifying physical and emotional climaxes throughout the year, from a horrific high-speed sand dune crash in Glamis to a volatile overseas escape to Ireland organized by a newly pregnant Meghan King Edmonds.

Aired 2017

Any hope of peace in the OC is shattered when a vicious rumor campaign destroys Vicki Gunvalson and Tamra Judge’s former friendship, a conflict worsened when returning peacemaker Lydia McLaughlin inadvertently sparks a feud with an emotionally overwhelmed Shannon Beador. As Shannon endures agonizing personal stress and the slow-motion collapse of her marriage, Kelly Dodd faces a similarly painful marital crossroads but works hard to build bridges and show a softer side to her old rivals. Adding to the tension is wealthy newcomer Peggy Sulahian, whose private health battle and defensive nature draw the immediate suspicion of new mother Meghan King Edmonds, stoking deep mistrust just as the women embark on a volatile vacation to Iceland.

Aired 2018

The "Tres Amigas"—Vicki Gunvalson, Tamra Judge, and Shannon Beador—form an exclusive, tight-knit bond that creates a tough social barrier for newcomers Gina Kirschenheiter and Emily Simpson to navigate. As the new wives adjust to the group's intense dynamics, the veterans face major personal trials, with Shannon navigating life post-divorce and Tamra dealing with the immense emotional toll of her husband Eddie's serious heart condition. Meanwhile, a newly single Kelly Dodd injects a wild, unpredictable dating energy into the social scene that clashes with the older guard, ultimately culminating in a disastrous luxury trip to Jamaica where secret resentments shatter their delicate peace.

Aired 2019

Unconventional mother of seven Braunwyn Windham-Burke bursts onto the scene, bringing a free-spirited, partying energy that coincides with the explosive spread of malicious rumors regarding Kelly Dodd's sex life. Newly engaged Vicki Gunvalson helps propagate these scandalous whispers, creating a hostile war with Kelly that traps Tamra Judge in the middle, while a blissfully distracted Shannon Beador enjoys a beautiful personal rebirth and new romance. Amidst this escalating group tension, Gina Kirschenheiter faces a devastating domestic crisis and a DUI arrest, while Emily Simpson battles extreme marital loneliness, leading to a chaotic cast trip to Key West that leaves the women fractured.

Aired 2020

As a global pandemic forces the women behind their gated homes, eccentric newcomer Elizabeth Lyn Vargas joins the circle, sparking immediate suspicion over her opaque finances and unconventional romantic life. The year is defined by profound personal upheavals, notably Braunwyn Windham-Burke, who bravely confronts her alcoholism and makes shocking confessions about her identity that alienate her from a highly anxious, illness-stricken Shannon Storms Beador. Conversely, Gina Kirschenheiter and Emily Simpson find immense strength and renewal in their supportive friendship as they rebuild their lives and navigate a defiant Kelly Dodd, whose unfiltered opinions and whirlwind romance push the group's patience to the absolute limit.

Aired 2021

After a five-year hiatus, Heather Dubrow makes her return to the franchise joining veteran Housewives Shannon Storms Beador, Gina Kirschenheiter and Emily Simpson. The ladies are introduced to new Housewives Dr. Jen Armstrong and Noella Bergener.

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