Here is the latest EXCLUSIVE TEA on the confusing RHOA Casting .
The new production team for RHOA does not seem to know what they want. Their tactics seem to be film a bunch of random stuff and figure it all out later. But now they are going to be doing it without Claudia. Claudia appears to be out for good this time. Claudia has opted to work her own booking (often with Demetria McKinney) and leave RHOA behind. Claudia has been making a lot of changes in her life and moving her career in a different direction. RHOA can’t seem to promise anyone anything at the moment and Claudia is not one to sit on the sidelines while other people get their shit together.
So Claudia and Demetria are in NYC doing their thing. I hope Claudia changes her mind, but my sources say that Claudia needs to work and she always seems to have some sort of event or photo shoot lined up.
There is always the chance that when RHOA production finally gets their act together they may approach Claudia again with a bigger offer. But as of this moment, Claudia is out again.
Porsha is in the same situation as Claudia is in. With Claudia throwing in the towel and doing her own thing, this may improve Porsha’s chances. Because Porsha is working on Rickey Smiley, (when she isn’t shooting assault rifles in the dessert) she is tied to Atlanta and will be available at Bravo’s beck and call. You know, like a good little beck and call girl.
Bravo has continued to shoot test shots with Kim Fields and the new girl “Tammy” but it’s still not a done deal for any of them. There were a couple of filming trucks at Phaedra’s recently. They did not look like the usual production vans, but there is a new production crew this year so who knows. The crew was not there very long AT ALL. It might have been something for that plastic surgeon she does promos for. I’ve gotten ZERO information on Kenya, Kandi or Cynthia filming but I’m told they are all three for sure back fulltime.
It is very late in the month for things to be this chaotic. I don’t think they were prepared for negotiations with Nene to fail. That combined with a new crew has left things in a huge mess. I realize I keep bringing you slightly different tea every few days, but things keep changing every few days. At this point, I am wondering if there will even be a new season. Seriously. Wouldn’t Nene just love that. It seems the place really is falling apart without her.
Ugghhh. No Bueno.
But thank you for the tea. It’s always appreciated no matter how chaotic!
Sadly I think that Bravo shot themselves in the foot with all of this casting mess. I was delighted to give a try to another season, esp. one without Nene. Too bad that I am no longer interested. Bravo is allergic to class and intellect if it happens to exist in ALT. Very disturbing.
Class is the Atl. Don’t get it twisted with what you see on reality tv with the six ladies.
ATL, NOT ALT
Too bad. I was so hoping Bravo would give Porsha a one way ticket off the show on the Underground Railroad.
I will probably be putting RHOA in the file cabinet with N.J. and Secrets and Wives and Shahs of Sunset. Bored and not interested in any of the cast. I liked Claudia and would have probably watched with her but no go for Porsha if they ask her back
Wouldn’t Nene just love that. It seems the place really is falling apart without her.
Would that Nene and the Nenetards understand that correlation =/= causation. I’m afraid not though.
I hope the production company gets their shit together and soon. I don’t even want to hear all of the gloating that will happen if they don’t.
Exactly my feelings, erickzu. I can deal with most any cast. Even though I do have my preferences, but I hate the idea of Nene’s reaction. I also don’t think her leaving will be the determining factor for the show’s future.
Thanks for the tea, Tamara.
So sorry that I got your name wrong, Ericzku.
Guess Bravo wants to keep us in the dark!! At this point with Claudia out I’m not interested- I’m done with Kandi pedaling her vibrators! I have never been a fan of Kenyas but what happened to life twirls on ??? that actually looked funny– if they lose viewers nene will definitely be 🙂 .. thanks for the tea Tamara !!
“…I’m done with Kandi pedaling her vibrators!”
Ooohhh cherise. You had me THIS CLOSE to whipping up a poster with that hilarious image. Ha! I totally relate to your points though. At this point I vote for an all new cast. I call …”Do over!”
I get that Team Pretty is popular in these parts – they are all nice ladies, but not sure what the storyline would be short of putting together ikea furniture and Cynthia crying over Peter’s cheating. More fibroids? unless the ladies can be open with their man troubles (the only possible storyline I see) it’s just going to be the Lesbian Express of compliments and ass kissing.
Team Pretty and Kandi are all business women who have other businesses they run besides being on RHOA. Unlike Nene and Phaedra (Phaedra does not practice law, embalm people or even take care of her own children, contrary to what she would like people to believe). I’m not sure what Team Pretty does any differently than the other ladies other than they just look better doing it.
On Tue, Jul 21, 2015 at 7:13 PM, Tamara Tattles wrote:
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Well said, Tamara!
Bring Sheree’ back!!!
Noooooooooooooooooo!
Hey there! Thanks for sharing. I’m sorry to hear Claudia won’t be back.
This is messy and surely the worst part is NeNe and Porsha will feel victorious. If I had a Peach at this point I would give it back. I am done.
I agree, I’m sure Kandi, Cynthia and Kenya are over it… They are probably like get your life together and probably texting Carlos telling him how messed up it is now 😉
This show is done.
And to think I was all happy and excited….I AM OVER BRAVO. Are those people bad at their jobs or what ??
I have to agree. There are some shows I still like (Southern Charm, Flipping Out) but it’s beginning to feel as though the HW franchise is running out of steam. I mean FFS it’s been 10? years now? I’ve been watching since day 1 with the ladies from the OC and it was FUN then. Such a glimpse of a lifestyle that was interesting to watch. Even the kids were interesting. Not anymore.
Regardless of what happens, I will always come to this site and support TT in what she’s doing. She’s provided us with entertainment and top-notch recaps. This site has become part of my daily life.
Thanks TT <3
Isn’t the word out that Southern Charm isn’t going to be renewed? Tat can you confirm?
I agree, it’s feels like work to watch the HW shows any more. I’ve soured on OC and I’ve been watching since day one and it was my fav. I just can’t seem to pay attention anymore. Now with no more favs, I need to find something entertaining. I do come in here daily for the most part. TT is definitely more entertaining than the HWs, at least they are good fodder for that.
Something is definately off here. I could fix this mess and deliver a great season. Idiots. And all this for what? Cos the “star” took her toys and went home?
At this point why not just do a complete recast with prominent Atlantian WIVES?
Prominent Atlanta wives would not be caught dead on this show!
On Tue, Jul 21, 2015 at 10:54 PM, Tamara Tattles wrote:
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If they really revamped the show to be less trashy, maybe?
As long as they go with an all black cast, Bravo will make it rachet. Bravo is not JUST misogynistic but racist too. I’ve listened to Andy go on and on about how nice it would be to find a nice, attractive successful black woman in NYC as if they are elusive unicorns he is on a quest for. Atlanta is full of intelligent successful black women as well. But that is not what he wants. He’s likes a good criminal record. Because, Andy.
On Wed, Jul 22, 2015 at 2:41 AM, Tamara Tattles wrote:
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I think the real problem is the “star” (I love you for the quotation marks) took her toys and went home at the last minute, without warning.
Aw, Claudia, why you gotta have a life and ambition and shit? Got my hopes up
I’m bummed Claudia won’t be back. I give her a lot of credit for working on the Price is Right for so long. I did a few episodes and they filmed 2 shows a day
Ugh it posted..Premature! anyways 2 shows a day (long day) and the people were WEIRD. She’s a cool girl. Wish her the best.
Ohh no, am not excited about this sudden change but i respect her decision. Claudia is a smart business woman who knows she can’t sit and wait for bread crumbs from thugs. i hope she can stop by as a friend to kenya. I will hate for Nene to feel the show can’t exist without her . Also I am hoping the producers work on giving this show some positive qualities and stop the ratchetness because i witnessed real disorderly conduct from some nenetards in a Malta train from the airport to the dome for a business convention last weekend. from the eyes of a stranger in ATL, i was amazed some folks get really personal with this show.
I’m going to need to hear the WHOLE STORY of “The Nenetards on MARTA” don’t leave out a single detail.
On Tue, Jul 21, 2015 at 10:43 PM, Tamara Tattles wrote:
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This season will suck. Worst of it is that some people (especially Nene) will say it is because there is no Nene.
Nene who?
Since Nene is gone, I will definitely watch the season. I don’t CARE who they have on at this point. I will just have to suck up Phaedra and her lying ass, but I am. I am. Plus, if nobody watches, then Nene WILL win, and I really don’t want that to happen.
Good point, Gingersnap! No victory for ramen noodles. I’ll be watching, too.
I’ll be watching too, I guess, although I was really looking forward to Claudia being on. I do like Kenya and Cynthia and Kandi so will watch them. It can only be better without Nene.
I’m bummed about losing Claudia but proud of her for not beck & calling it.
Please! Bravo stop it!
For Bravo to call Nene’s bluff tells me they wanted her to walk. Nene’s absence alone did not cause this confusion. There are several major factors at play at the moment.
I will support RHOA. Bravo finally rid this franchise of atrocious thug behavior by permitting Nene to keep on walking.
I still expect disputes between the cast members. Some women just don’t get along and that is fine because they have never lowered themselves to Nene’s level with the exception of Porsha at the reunion. The brutal beast is gone.
I just want to know how it all ends. This constant turmoil is killing me. GET IT TOGETHER.
On Wed, Jul 22, 2015 at 5:49 AM, Tamara Tattles wrote:
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Hey Tamara,
PHAEDRA shot a scene with QUAD on MARRIED TO MEDICINE.
Maybe that’s why production trucks were at her home.
M2M finished wrapping way back. Isn’t that scene happening soon or already happened? Y’all emailed me about it a while back.
On Wed, Jul 22, 2015 at 11:31 AM, Tamara Tattles wrote:
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It’s the next episode where Quad appears to be consulting Phaedra in her “office” about Lisa’s throwing a glass at her and cutting her face. Quad deserved it! imo But this was looooong ago. I remember them on WWHL together vaguely.
Not sure…just speculating
Random, but wanted to share: I read a lot of blogs, TT, but yours is THE BEST! And I appreciate how you engage with your readers. That is all, carry on! 🙂
And by engage you mean treat them horribly, right, Beattyful? 🙂 You can’t just let these fools run amock around here! I’m the head fool in charge!
Oooh new T-shirt Idea. Head Fool in Charge! We could give one to our Bosses on Bosses day. See? That is why I was never a good employee…
On Wed, Jul 22, 2015 at 2:06 PM, Tamara Tattles wrote:
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