Twenty years ago, the world was introduced to five fabulous women living in gated communities in Orange County, California. This group known as the Real Housewives of Orange County would be the face of the franchise until additional states and cities were added. Over the years there have been both domestic and international additions with the newest in the mix being Rhode Island.
The Ocean State (and also the smallest state) has a lot to offer when it comes to delivering a promising show. These seven women are introducing themselves to the world, and Bravo is there for the magic.
Cast Introductions
Kelsey Swanson: “Who needs a sugar daddy when my life is this sweet?”
Pageant girl Kelsey has lived a life of beauty and grace but what happens when her relationship drama shakes the group. Romances and alleged multiple boyfriends and girlfriends are getting brought to the group. What will Kelsey do once she is confronted with a decision?
Rulla Nehme: “I have a blessed life, and I’m a loyal wife.”
A proud Lebanese woman, Rulla’s family values are deep within the friend group; she is a longtime family friend with Alicia and close friends with Liz. What will Rulla do when accusations against her marriage are brought to the table?
Alicia Carmody: “Why settle for just a slice when you can have the whole damn pie?”
Alicia comes to us as authentically “Rhode Island” She is a proud mother of her daughter and helps run her fiancé’s pizza restaurant, she has her hands full. Her personality, blunt attitude and many connections within the group make Alicia key to the show.
Ashley Iaconetti: “My life is like a rom-com; when I’m not crying, I’m laughing.”
This is not Ashley’s first stunt on reality TV, having met her now husband on The Bachelor. Ashley is the outcast of the group only being Rosie’s friend and not any of the other women. Jared and Ashley raise three children, two young toddlers and opreate a struggling coffee café. Life in Rhode Island is hectic for this mother and much less peaceful than imagined.
Rosie DiMarie: “I used to report the news, but now I’m the headline”
Rosie is a former Rhode Island news reporter who specialized in morning traffic for the most part. Her husband Rich and she traded condo living to fix up their dream home. Known as the pot-stirrer and integrator of the group, Rosie often finds herself questioning her role.
Jo-Ellen Tiberi : “I’m not trying to be mean, I just mean what I say”
Jo-Ellen is a fiery housewife who works in aesthetics and isn’t afraid to give it to you straight. She and Rulla butt heads right off the bat when a marriage conflict is brought up. Jo-Ellen is family friends with Alicia and friends with a big majority of the cast as well as the proclaimed villain of the season. Will her mouth get her in trouble this time around?
Liz McGraw: “In the Ocean State, I dispense the weed and the truth”
The Ocean State’s very own cannabis queen, Liz and her husband Gerry run a very successful cannabis company. She is one of the anchors of this cast having many long-term relationships with the women. Liz and her husband prepare for additions to their family when they find out they’re becoming grandparents. With a new chapter in her life, will the queen fall?
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