The RHONY have been in Cartagena, Colombia for the past four days or so. I’ve been working on this story for a while. But before we get there, I wanted to give a minor Luann update. Her attorney was in court on her behalf in Palm Beach today where he rejected a plea deal on her behalf. A new court date was set for April. I have been trying to find details of the plea deal but it does not appear they are going to be made public. I suspect that the plea deal probably waived jail time, gave a probation period of a year or more and included a felony on her record. The last part would be the most likely reason for her attorney to reject the deal. This is fairly standard behavior and her attorney and the prosecutor will likely continue to argue over the details for then next few weeks. Luann was not in court.
In other RHONY news, if you recall, the RHONY had a trip planned to Buenos Aires this season. However, due to Luann’s passport being held by the court, and the fact that Luann’s arrest led to a lot of filming to be done in NYC, all the production staff was needed in NYC. They did take the RHONY to a spa for a weekend shortly after Luann returned to NYC that was filmed.
Then, a new trip was scheduled to Cartagena, Colombia. It was an all cast trip and Luann was allowed to go by the Palm Beach Court. The cast stayed at the Hotel Charleston Santa Teresa, a five-star resort and one the best hotels in Cartagena. It has full spa services and a highly rated restaurant. The rooftop terrace has fantastic sunset views.
The ladies seemed to run into some issues getting out of the airport today. Ramona was photographed sitting in a wheelchair apparently being her usual needy self. They guy in the vest seems to be looking for an escape route. The others were sitting on the floor in the airport waiting for production to deal with their departure situation. Ramona was the only one posting photos from Cartagena.
The photo to the right appears to show everyone. Someone is lying down next to Sonja and someone is behind Dorinda and in front of Ramona. One is Tinsley and the other is Bethenny.
The other news is that Ramona went to Morocco just prior to joining the ladies in Colombia. A group of 20 of Jill Zarin’s friends took her on a girls retreat in Morocco. Ramona was with the group who were all there to support Jill one month after Bobby passed away. Jill also went to London on the way to see her daughter.
Basically, RHONY filming has been a crazy mess and sources have been difficult to track down and have been working overtime for the past month.
So that’s what I know so far.
Thanks for the update.
Wow. Luann looks great, but she looks like she’s lost quite a bit of weight – her rib cage is showing on her chest. The weight loss might well be from all the stress and worry she’s undoubtedly been going through lately.
If Luann isn’t drinking, she’s eliminating a LOT of daily calories, so weight loss shouldn’t be a surprise.
After seeing a photo of the cop she assaulted, I hope she is punished. I don’t feel sorry for her one bit. Bethenny is right about her.
Yes, that was a gnarly faint read mark on his forehead. It almost looked like where he wore his cap.
HORRIFIC INDEED! BURN HER!
Come on, why is she above the law. Do you think we’d get away with it? Stupid ass going to Florida to begin with. Time to grow up Lu.
I agree that if it was just a “regular” person who did that we sure would not be excused for our bad behavior. I also think we would be required to show up for court. This isn’t a misdemeanor charge
Any middle aged woman with no prior arrest record and the funds to hire a decent attorney would get this pled down to a misdemeanor. Appearing in court would not be necessary.
I don’t think any middle-aged woman could get assault ON A COP plead down that far. The tensions between the police and the public have been higher than I’ve ever seen and it’s been this way for several years now. I don’t think any judge is going to take kindly to any type of assault on a police officer.
Wait! Don’t we want her to due in a fire?
She d idnt punch him in the head. It looks like she opened the door on him. That can happen anywhere.
Did you see the cops cheek? It wasn’t just his forehead. She’s lucky she didn’t get tazered.
Lu will be punished, the issue is does the punishment fit the crime.
In this case, TT is suggesting a felony charge may be unwarranted as punishment.
Next time, better understand the context of what is being discussed before typing.
I’m happy to hear there is a cast trip. I’m looking for to RHONY!
Ha! Can you imagine the hell that poor employee is in?
What a sweet thing for Jill’s friends to do for her.
I love Carageña. That is all.
Where did you stay?
At the Pasta Palace.
I’m not a Ramona fan at all, but I have to admit that she looks fabulous for her age. If she’d just keep her mouth shut all the time, I’d have no problems with her, but she never does!! Luann definitely looks as though she lost a lot of weight, but that’s a hard way to do it. I don’t blame her for turning down the plea deal if she would still end up with a felony – it’s very important for her to plead it down to a misdemeanor. It’s not as though she’s as career criminal, just a woman who drank too much and showed very poor judgment. She deserves consequences, but not a felony.
I agree Ramona’s face and body look great for her age but she needs style. Hint, shiny satin shows a tummy bulge on a size 0. RHONY & usually RHOBH unlike the other franchises present a pretty stylish picture. I wish Ramona would look to her castmates for advice.
I am rooting for Lu to move forward as she always does. Of course I am also rooting for Lindsay Lohan to get her shit together so my Rah Rah means nothing
“the guy in the vest seems to be looking for an escape route.” LMAO
i’m kinda bummed that they stayed in a hotel. i love when they stay in a house and get crazy
So the court allowed Luann to film in Colombia, but not Argentina? I spent the winter of 93-94 in Cartagena on my sailboat & loved it, but the crime rate & the water are both really bad. Never ate so many banana splits in my life. They were only $1.40, so dined on them at Magali Paris several nights a week. Played double-12 dominoes almost every afternoon at the yacht club where a family of boas lived in the thatched roof to control the wharf rats, & when our domino set was stolen we were so bereft we had another flown in with a fellow cruiser. Before arrival, we had been out-island in the San Blas for a month, & my late great skipper, Rocket Man, was having Egg McMuffin withdrawal symptoms, so we flew to Bogota in search of Golden Arches, but alas, all we could find anywhere in Colombia was a Wimpy’s. Another time I’ll tell the tale how we eventually set sail in our quest for Egg McMuffins–
I think I have finally learned my lesson, which is for some reason y’all are not nearly as interested in spoilers as I am.
I’ll go back to making the quick and easy post.. Posts like this take too much time.
I think I have finally learned my lesson, which is for some reason y’all are not nearly as interested in spoilers as I am.
I’ll go back to making the quick and easy post.. Posts like this take too much time.
Noooo, Tamara! [Even tho I only commented on Luann’s weight, lol] this post is excellent, and it’s *definitely* appreciated. I’m still digesting it, TBH – there’s a lot to unpack here. Your research and exclusive stories are incredible. Please don’t stop.
Bitch this is what differentiates you from other sites! Keep on with your keep on.
Don’t stop the spoilers! They help keep us all sane inbetween seasons!
NO Don’t stop the spoilers!! This is what makes your site the best.
Never ever stop the spoilers! Or the tea. Ever.
No! Some of us love the spoilers and inside information!
Stopped in a Colombian airport you say? I wonder if Dorinda had been sampling some local exports? ❄?
The trip was probably Dorindas idea ?
Please don’t stop! I am a long time reader but just recently started posting. Your website was a lifeline when I was hospitalized (5 times, physical rehabilitation twice). Gave me something to look forward to after a long boring day and a tv cable system that was nuts.
I’m bummed we won’t be seeing Buenos Aires. I think RHONY is the only franchise I actually like anymore. Maybe RHOBH, but it took me a bit to get into this season.
I don’t always comment but I read your page several times a day. Do not stop, please. I know how much time this takes but we love you for it and if I wasn’t in Washington state I would be buying you boxes of wine helping you keep this ship floating. Much love to you!!
I love these behind the scenes tid bits!. Ramona in a w/c? Maybe she fell in the bushes this year?
Sitting on floor is something I’ve done in airports ….nice to see a few down to earth moments from a few of the ladies, if someone is laying down? Done that too, many a layover, snow storms, cancelled flights etc…
Columbia huh? Sounds interesting! Hope they do some day trips so we get to see a bit of the country
No, please keep the spoilers! These posts are great and I really appreciate the time you spend! This site is a blessed relief from the depressing news. I need to be informed, but I also need to escape from things I have no control of.
This crew held up in a Columbian airport with one in a wheelchair gives me life! I sure hope they filmed part of this.
I’ve since found out they were just waiting for the crew and the equipment to clear security.
How do I change my profile name?
Hmmm I guess log out of this one and come back and sign in as someone else or without the apostrophe? I’m really not sure, I am always logged in. Perhaps another reader can tell you?