Real Housewives Goes Into Syndication

NBC Universal has decided to take offer its Real Housewives francise to smaller markets for syndication in Fall 2010. The series will be picked up by NBC Local in all of its markets in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Dallas, San Francisco, Washington D.C., Miami, San Diego and Hartford. The series has also been sold to Hearst Television stations including Tampa, Orlando, Sacramento, Kansas City, Baltimore, Cincinnati, Louisville, New Orleans and West Palm Beach.

“‘The Real Housewives’ is a very successful franchise, especially popular with women,” says NBC Local Media President John Wallace. “And by coming to broadcast television stations in daytime, this series will appeal to a new audience that is looking for something that stands out from the pack.”

The Real Housewives, which individual series features women from Atlanta, New York, Orange County and New Jersey currently airs on Bravo. In syndication each series will air in chronological order to maintain continuity.

The Real Housewives of O.C. Lose a Wife and Gain Another

Alexis Bellino Fills the Void That Jeana Keough’s Departure Left

The sun-loving girls of Southern California are back and on the prowl for steamy suburban drama, all against the dramatic backdrop of changing economic times in the wealthy enclave of Orange County, on the fifth season premiere of Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” Thursday, November 5 at 10 p.m. ET/PT. Tamra Barney, Lynne Curtin, Vicki Gunvalson and Gretchen Rossi welcome a beautiful new face to the group Alexis Bellino, a 32-year-old stay-at-home mom with a body that defies all logic that she is indeed a mother of three small children. But, changes are in store for the girls this season as they must say farewell to longtime housewife Jeana Keough. In this fifth season of the original series behind the hit “Real Housewives” franchise, the gates have finally swung open and shocking truths are revealed. The series takes an important turn with shifting relationships and the tough economy hitting the ladies and their families hard. The ladies prove their tenacity as they continue to live life unabashedly large and on their own terms as Vicki takes her family on a trip to Italy, and the girls visit San Francisco and Ft. Lauderdale for lavish getaways. The ladies show no signs of slowing down, and shopping, dining, drinking, dancing, plastic surgery and working out continue to remain at the top of their list of priorities. For a sneak peek at “The Real Housewives of Orange County’s” fifth season, go to: http://www.bravotv.com/the-real-housewives-of-orange-county/videos/this-season-in-the-oc. Luckily Vicki’s workaholic ways have paid off, with her life insurance empire thriving. Vicki’s two kids are working and doing well, taking away some of her self-afflicted pressure and allowing her time to focus more on her marriage to Donn. Tamra is coping with family and financial concerns, along with changes in one of her close friendships. Lynne is also facing financial issues and a possible eviction from her home, but for the first time in her life finds an independent voice, unfortunately perhaps a little too late to help her family. Meanwhile, Gretchen is in the aftermath of the devastating loss of her fianc, Jeff, and does her best to move on both professionally and personally, with a surprising new love interest. But, Jeana Keough’s real estate business has been hit the hardest, and she makes the decision to turn her focus away from the ladies to concentrate more on her work and family. Temperatures rise even more for the complicated circle when the Barneys become friendly with a new couple on the scene, the Bellinos. Tamra is excited to introduce the group to Alexis, a gorgeous honey blonde with legs for miles and miles. Alexis’s husband, Jim, is an assertive man who prides himself on being the head of his household. Alexis is the modern day version of a 1950’s housewife, taking on a very traditional role in her marriage. Even with three very small children and her extensive beauty regimen, Alexis still insists on always putting Jim and his needs first.

Real Housewives’ Gretchen Rossi dropped as teen pageant host

Gretchen Rossi of The Real Housewives of Orange County was recently dropped as the host of the Miss Newport Beach and Miss Newport Beach Teen pageants after an advertisement for the event lead to a deluge of protest emails and phone calls.

According to The Daily Pilot, which also ran the ad featuring Rossi’s picture, pageant organizer Caren Lacona received 100 emails and phone calls which protested the choice of the reality star as host because of the way she is portrayed on the hit show.  Lacona says that some of the pageant’s previous sponsors have backed out as well, which she also feels is related to her choice of host.

Lacona, who offered the job to Gretchen Rossi after they met at a social event, is currently looking for someone else to emcee the April 24th event, but says that the Rossi she knows is not the person portrayed on television.

“I actually really like her, but she’s coming off on the TV show as something she’s not,” Lancona said. “The TV show has really dragged her through the mud.”

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Real Housewives pitch in to help injured Marines

Although recognized for their enviable lifestyles, Real Housewives Vicki Gunvalson, Tammy Knickerbocker, Jeana Keough and Tamra Barney will soon parlay their celebrity for a cause that extends far beyond the gates of Coto. Joining forces with the Cox Community Golf Tournament to benefit injured Marines, the Real Housewives’ participation is a testament to the power of connectivity and community action.

Made possible by the support of corporate sponsors, participants and volunteers who continue to do well by doing good, this event has raised more than $100,000 for the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund (IMSFF), since its inception. In an effort to make the March 9 event the most successful yet, despite a challenging economy, Cox Orange County’s charitable foundation, Cox Cares, is actively pursuing sponsors to join The Real Housewives and align with a special cause that directly benefits heroes in need.

Sponsorship packages range from $500 to $20,000, each offering a variety of publicity benefits based on the level of financial commitment. Individual golfers can register online for $325, foursomes for $1,300, and dinner guests for $100. Visit www.cox-cares.org/golf.

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One season ends and another begins on a night of Real Housewives

The Real Housewives of Orange County’s juiciest season yet comes to a close — Lynne finds herself at her wits-end with her daughter Raquel who refuses to look for a job and take responsibility of her future. Vicki throws her annual BBQ and strives for attention from her guests at the expense of her husband Don.  Also, familiar faces stop by the neighborhood for Vicki’s party to celebrate the close of summer with the ladies : click here to see a preview.

Later, there’s big drama in the Big Apple when a catty feud between Jill and Alex’s husband Simon makes its way onto the New York tabloids, leaving the rest of the Real Housewives of New York City ladies commenting on the salacious gossip. Author, fashion-insider, and socialite Kelly Bensimon joins the neighborhood as the new housewife, leaving the other ladies curious about what she’s really like. Will the new housewife be a threat to the other ladies? Click here to see for yourself.

Real Housewives of Orange County do Vegas tonight

Real Housewives of Orange County airs tonight at 10/9c on Bravo:

This week the OC ladies hit Sin City and boy are they acting naughty. Gretchen blows the “hottie whistle” to try to catch some men while hanging out by the pool, meanwhile Jeana says that Lynne is “pretty freaking boring but we’re tolerating you”. OUCH.

Also, Jeana takes her kids to Wisconsin to visit her parents, where seeing what a good father her dad is reminds her of her mistake in marrying her husband. Tamra treats her mom to a post-face-lift dinner where she insists on signing her up for online dating since it’s “new and improved”.

Don’t Miss Tonight’s Episode of Real Housewives of OC

Vicki and Jeana take a road trip to Chicago to attend Jeana’s son Shane’s baseball game. Vicki is shocked when Shane “greets” Jeana by saying “Get the f**k away from me” and the air is thick with tension throughout the remainder of his game. YIKES.

As if that wasn’t enough for one trip, the two ladies attend dinner with Vicki’s hometown friends and Jeana and Vicki butt heads over their parenting skills. Back in the OC, Lynne invites the housewives over for her Jewelry line trunk show where Gretchen at last declares Tamra the “Hottest Housewife”. Is their feud finally over?

Real Housewives of Orange County Season Premiere Tonight

This week on The Real Housewives of Orange County, the jealousy and cattiness is almost too much for new housewife Lynne to handle. Tensions between the housewives continue to build when the housewives get ready to attend opening day at Del Mar Racetrack and have to look the part, competing for the most fashionable hat to wear.

Watch All Your Favorites on The Best of Bravo Holiday Marathon

From Bravo:

Bravo brings out all the trimmings for a festive holiday with the “Best of Bravo.” To celebrate the season, Bravo will air marathons of some of the network’s most popular series “The Real Housewives of New York City,” “The Real Housewives of Atlanta,” “Flipping Out” “Top Chef,” “The Rachel Zoe Project,” “Project Runway,” “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” “Million Dollar Listing” and “The Millionaire Matchmaker.”

The marathon schedule is as follows:

Sunday, December 21:

“The Rachel Zoe Project,” from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ET/PT

“The Real Housewives of Orange County,” from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Tuesday, December 23:

“Flipping Out,” from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Wednesday, December 24:

“Top Chef: Chicago,” from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Thursday, December 25:

“Top Chef: New York,” from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Seasons Three and Four of “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Friday, December 26:

“The Millionaire Matchmaker,” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, December 27:

“The Real Housewives of Atlanta,” from 12:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Monday, December 29:

Season Four of “Project Runway,” from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Tuesday, December 30:

Season Two of “Million Dollar Listing,” from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Wednesday, December 31:

Season Five of “Project Runway,” from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and

Saturday, January 3:

“The Real Housewives of New York City,” from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Real Housewives of OC go lingerie shopping

On tonight’s Real Housewives of Orange County on Bravo, the girls do a bit of lingerie shopping:

Each Real Housewife has her own set of problems, it seems…. Vicki struggles with her marriage, the new girl on the block Gretchen can’t seem to get along with the others, and Tamra — well, she just needs to figure out what type of lingerie will please her husband most. What do you think? Trampy Vamp or Naughty Nurse?

The Real Housewives of OC is on tonight 10/9c on Bravo.

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