Who is ready for another RHONY Recap? I’m not sure I am. We have way too many franchises of the housewives. I think that is the problem. The formulaic, misogynistic storylines are just way to apparent to everyone. And yet it’s women that are watching this garbage. This has been my issue for a long time. But I do understand getting addicted to them and needed to know what happens. So just like you, I’m tuned in and locked and loaded for another RHONY Recap.
Bethenny Frankel
I’m tired of going to court with Bethenny Frankel over custody battles and other cases with Jason Hoppy. And I am not even really going. And I love court cases. I just need some variance. I wrote three legal type posts today. Though I just now realize I left the legal stuff out of the dog killing story. Oops. And now we are going to court on RHONY tonight. Le sigh. By the way, they are still in court about this now.
This court hearing was when the judge decided that Jason Hoppy didn’t have the evidence to support drug testing Bethenny. This was right after Dennis died. So, Bethenny has a breakdown in the car and calls one of her executive about selling off some of her businesses to give her time to catch her breath.
Later, I love to see Bethenny Frankel doing her thing in the boardroom. I love that she does it in a ball cap with no makeup. She’s a real BOSS.
Jill Zarin
I’m a bit confused about where Jill Zarin lives. I was pretty sure she lives in Boca Raton. But, she sure manages to be in NYC to film a lot. In this scene, Luann and Jill both play tennis badly. Jill says she plays every day. Apparently, that isn’t helping. Didn’t these two both claim they tried out for the US Open in 2014? Then, they have a conversation where Jill tries to tell Luann she isn’t really an alcoholic. Luann thinks she is a special kind of alcoholic. It is abundantly clear she is not following a program.
Tinsley Mortimer
I am not interested in Tinsley’s mom having talking heads to further disparage Tinsley. Also, I am not interested in Tinsley’s daddy issues. Or production’s insistence on focusing on Tinsley’s daddy issues as why her relationship didn’t work out. Because, this is not what I watch this show for. RHONY should be called The Really Miserable Women of New York. I can be miserable by myself. I don’t need any lessons. What I need is distractions. What we all need is women out having fun! We do not need Tinsley’s overbearing mother. And neither does she.
I AM BEYOND IRRITATED THAT PROMOTIONAL PLACEMENT HAS TURNED INTO FULL ON ADS IN THE SHOW
The RHONY Got To The Big Apple Circus
Before Tinsley Mortimer big debut as ringmaster of the Big Apple Circus. the ladies all assess each other outfits. And breasts. Their looks and breasts have never been more appropriate. Tinsley is a hot mess. I would have thought she would be a natural at this. She clearly has anxiety issues. I am guessing they happened after her divorce. That seems like the likely trigger. She needs to be on some meds. Or different ones.
Her headset is not staying on her head for some reason. How is that even possible? I feel like what we are about to see is a set up. I was also unhappy with the name of this episode. It’s the same as this RHONY Recap for the sake of continuity. I feel like this show mocks Tinsley a bit much.
Tinsley came down into the big top in and aerial spinning hoop and said,” Ladies and Gentlemen! I’m Tinsley Mortimer your guest ringmaster for this evening! Welcome to The Big Apple Circus! Now on with the show!” That was the extent of her duties. She did her best.
Sonja Morgan Steals The Spotlight!
Then Sonja Morgan morphed into Lindsay Lohan and stole a baby. I’m not kidding. Since she was front row she took a baby from the guy behind her to hold. He’s probably a makeup artist or something. But that Lindsay Lohan story never gets old. Click on it here.
Ramona Singer left right after Tinsley’s big entrance. She has a date. ALLEGEDLY. I actually don’t blame her. Other than the whole filming for RHONY is her job. In real life, I’d probably leave too. I mean I didn’t even see any peanuts. And Bethenny and Luann didn’t come at all. I think that is why Ramona leaves so much to be honest. They don’t make Bethenny and Luann earn their money in the same way.
Then, Sonja Morgan got pulled down into the show. She had no idea that would happen! I mean of all the people? Please. She was funny though. At least her Target overstock dress stayed on. The best part of all of this is how incredibly jealous Dorinda Medley was about not getting to perform.
Tinsley’s Mom Is Plum Awful
The worst part was Tinsley’s mom. She’s plum awful. She mocked her own kid during all of her talking head. And she has had three or four. Why so many? Who hates her in production? Meanwhile, they are all drinking a shit ton of wine and are drunk as skunks.
Everyone bails after the show leaving Tinsley with her mother. This seems so overly produced. Tinsley has a meltdown. Her mother makes it worse. Tinsley starts ripping off her costume and says she is miserable. She just want to be happy again. This is so sad. Tinsley’s mom telling her to look at the positives in her life is SOFA KING hypocritical. All she does is pick at Tinsley’s weakest points. Oh look another talking head of her trashing her daughter. She basically tells her she wasted too much time and is old now. This is said to watch. Why do we watch this show?
Next week on RHONY: Luann has a Halloween cabaret show. How long does Halloween last in NYC? Bethenny doesn’t show up for that either. Dorinda’s daughter hates her new apartment. See you next week for another RHONY Recap!
Well, I understand why you’re exhausted from all the RHONY drama. Considering all the other legal stories you’ve been tracking, I get it. Still, thanks for toughing it out for us.
So this is Jill Zarin’s big reentry to the show? I guess we have to wait a little longer to see how and why she and Bethenny have a (yet another) falling-out.
I feel bad for Tinsley, her mother is God awful!
Sad for Tinsley. She is still young and has plenty of time to find another husband. Her mother is feeding her insecurity & doubt.
Tinsley used to be real nyc society. And now this.
I remember. She’s trying really hard to get back there. I wonder if she regrets divorcing her first husband.
I love this show and all the HW shows are escapism. This is the only one I watch all of though. I still love it. I hated the ad for the movie & Bravo needs to cut that shit out. Dorinda never Sonja talking like 2 aunties about Tinsley was cute and they were right. I loved seeing Jill and wish she was on the show instead of Barbara, although she’s a fucking moron bringing that beautiful dog where she could get hit by a ball and did. Like LVP bringing dog to a slab yard.
Did B sell part of her business? Hope she did, she’s too overscheduled. I feel bad for Tinsley because she seems nice. If that’s how her mom is when the camera she aren’t rolling no wonder she’s like this. Poor self esteem is quite evident and I do think a root cause is she feels a failure in her mom’s eyes. So sad. I hope she finds a great guy to have kids with because she wants a family.
AGREE about the shameless movie plug!!!!
Someone needs to tell Tinsley that alcohol is a depressant so lay of the fucking booze already. I’d love to punch Ramona. It’s amazing how she can insult someone and then try to spin it as “I’m just trying to help you!” She really shouldn’t be doling our fashion advice in my opinion. She’s had so much work done she looks like a fucking quilt, to boot. I wonder when Luann will get knocked off her high horse. I actually liked and aided with her almost the entire last season and now she’s just insufferable. I’m kind of surprised too bc her cabaret act seems mediocre at best from everything I’ve seen. I think the great reviews have a lot to do with the fact that she’s surrounded by talented ppl and THAT is what made the show successful. But hey, what do I know. Great recap TT
Autocorrect was awful and seems buggy. That was Sonja and Dorinda, not never. And that was when cameras aren’t rolling. Not she. Ugh.
Feel sad for Tinsley. Her mother is so manipulative, ugh! I hope Jill Zirin comes back on the show. I always liked her & she looks fabulous!
I can personally assure you that Jill Zarin is the hose beastiest hose beast who ever wore hose. She is an AWFUL person, even by Bravo standards, and if she comes back full-time I’m done.
Do you or someone you know personally know her? Just asking because she was one of my early favorites, but the way she is behaving being so desperate to be on the show is awful. I can’t get passed she let Bravo film outside her husband’s funeral.
I would never take fashion advice from Ramona. You might as well ask Giggy for help. As for Tinsley I so get it, I have been there. Where a guy doesn’t want you but he doesn’t want anyone else to have you. My last boyfriend was just like Scott (except for the money). I finally had to cut the cord, six years later he is still trying to get back into the picture. My best advice for Tinsley is to walk away and do not look back. You’ll end up giving up your best years for nothing. I’m probably the only person who would like to see Jill return. I hope she is on next season.
Ugh, no to Jill Zarin! Jill tried to manipulate a storyline just like LVP always does. I hated both Jill and LVP for pulling this crap. It ruins the shows. Please, God, no!
☝️☝️☝️YES. Kelly, Heather, ALEX, anyone but Jill.
Ugh no Kelly please!!
I’m with you 100%!
Yes, I want Jill back.
Only Luann can compare her going to jail to Jill losing her husband smh I feel so bad for Bethenny.still dealing with Jason. I hope ALL girls take stock in how he has treated Bethenny all these years and think twice about ever getting involved with him and especially don’t have a kid with him!
I don’t understand how he is paying for seven years of legal bills.
I hate to say it, but this is when we really need Carol! Carol was in her late 40’s , single with no children. She wasn’t sad and she didn’t allow for mocking. She was a wealthy, fashionable, writer with tons of women friends. She was cool. She broke up with her boyfriend. She didn’t cry, she had coffee. Tinsley could really have used her support this season.
OH SHUT THE FUCK UP!
Um….. god.
I really hate you.
But …
Ummm
That comment made a shit load of sense.
Lmoa! Ya, she was not my favorite last year either.
I, too, loved Carole until last season…I was glad to see her go! Tinsley really needs (1) professional help and (2) to stop listening to her mother! She is THE WORST!
Jesus. How could I have already forgotten how much I hate Carole?
I mean I loved her at first.
And now we have this?
This whole show is like a string of drunken partial memories where you can’t remember why you hate people so much.
Le sigh,
I agree season one Carole was great. By the end I couldn’t stand the sight of her. You’re right, it’s totally like a string of drunken memories!
Kris, I agree! Tinsley needs to spend more time with Carole to help her see her worth. I think if Bethenny wasn’t dealing with her legal issues during this time, she would help Tinsley snap out of it also.
Tinsley needs to stay away from Sonja and even Dorinda right now because they love to bash her in the name of “caring for her”. Like either one of them have any room to talk about relationship advice as they’ve both made poor choices since their divorces.
Carol made it very clear that she is no friend to Tinsley. Carol was condescending and dismissive to Tinsley
Let us not forget that Carol set Tinsley up with her friend Scott, who almost immediately started airing his coupon company ads during the show, and featured Carol in them as well. Convenient.
She did @sp which was even more clear on WWHL After Show. They asked does Tinsley speak to Carole and she said no. Basically from Carole’s end. She said she hopes to hear from Carole again. So it was Carole’s choice. And Tinsley also said she was hurt at the reunion when Carole said she’s not really friends with Tinsley.
When Tinsley was the only one who did not lose her shit on the boat Carol, instead of acknowledging Tinsley for keeping a cool head said it was probably because Tinsley had abusive relationships in her past as though Tinsley keeping her head is some kind of fault. Huh? Then at the reunion when she said that Tinsley was not really her friend, that was not cool, it was just cruel. Carol comes across as a user.
That’s super fucked up. #byecarole
Yes, I forgot just how much I abhorred Carol. She was that single woman who knew her worth when she first started the show. However, in the later seasons she was a parody of her old self. I think that young boyfriend (Adam?) really threw her for a loop and that whole coffee thing was to cover her pain. I’ve had my heartbroken but I licked my wounds in private, not on national TV – that has to be hard. See, I’m trying to show compassion for Carol but I really can’t stand her, lol!
I agree, Tinsely needs to see her worth. If that means spending less time with her toxic mother, so be it.
Or, Carol is emotionally repressed and cold as ice. It’s good to actually feel things so you can learn and progress in life. Carol represses everything, running to her bogus coolness for cover. That’s why she is stuck in her 20s/30s…. dog weddings, procrastination, avoiding responsibility, and thinking way too much about her image. Further she would NOT help Tinsley. Don’t you remember how she was desperate to distance herself from Tinsley, repeatedly saying at the reunion that they are not really friends. Tinsley doesn’t fit her BS image of being an intellectual (LORD, HA fucking HA to that).
Yaaas! 100% @overeducatedopinion. Carole is completely living in repression masked as aloof coolness.
ITA
Carole now seems to be a a professional widow; she’s doing some sort of appearances/Q&A sessions where she talks about “dating again after death.”
Wasn’t she widowed a good 20 years ago? Seems a bit…desperate…? to suddenly be booking gigs based on that.
That episode was fine. But the commercial for that crappy Anne Hathaway movie with her crappy accent was crappy! Sonja and Dorinda are the worst actors. Please Bravo, no more movie tie ins.
Also, now I understand why Bethenny seems to have so much more time to spend travelling and hanging out with her daughter. I noticed on Instagram that there was a lot less business stuff. Guessing she was able to finalize a deal for a buyout.
That was so painful to watch! I had to fast forward through it, that’s how uncomfortable it made me.
Can’t stand Barbara.
Feel sorry for Tinsley? Poor little rich girl? I can’t.
Ramona is awful.
LuAnn is insufferable.
Tinsley’s mom is awful.
What do these people think when they watch themselves on the show?? I don’t think Ramona is bright enough to realize how cringe-worthy she is. Does LuAnn see how arrogant and self-centered she is?
@SD – You are echoing my thoughts!!! Ramona needs to just stop! As if her clothes were so great?! LuAnn needs to get off of her high horse and realize that she’s no better than any one else.
I have given up all, but Dallas. After my husband died unexpectedly in 2017, I lost my already low tolerance for bs and cannot handle grown ass women allowing themselves to be turned into caricatures. I’m just stalking the site waiting on the Mexican Dynasties finale recap and clicking on things to help out in the meantime.
I HATED the movie commercial that sucked up the first 10 or mins of the show and pray they don’t think this is the direction to take.
Sonja and Dorinda are kidding themselves if they think Tinsley or anyone should listen to their relationship advice. Sonja tears at Tins every chance she gets and Dorinda continues to be with a man she can barely pretend to like anymore.
Dale needs to move past Tinsley’s past. Yes, Tins did piss away the great life she had before but her mom needs to be supportive and lovingly help her daughter rebuild not mock her and make her feel worse.
The idea of Ramona giving fashion advice was funny but I did like some of her choices for Barbara.
I wish Jill would’ve returned full time than to have Barbara on the show because Barbara doesn’t quite fit.
Those were the stylist’s choices, not Ramona. Ramona would have had her in royal blue satin in a NY minute.
That stupid movie commercial completely ruined the entire episode for me. It turned a pretty lame episode into the worst episode of this franchise ever.
Tinsley needs help She sabotages her Ring Master appearance by getting smashed and crying like a teenage girl. I can’t get over her immaturity. You would think after all she has been through (like her mug shot on page 6) she would have worked on her issues. Her lost little girl look is not attractive on a woman her age. Maybe Scott was worried about her obvious issues and that’s why he did not take the relationship further?
I think we learned tonight that Scott was insecure.
So says Tinsley who may not be the Best unobjective source.
Bravo clearly needed to give me another reason to tune out; I should thank them. I couldn’t pay even minor attention after that movie commercial. Ugh.
Tinsley your mom will NEVER respect you the way you want or “approve” fully. It serves her somehow to treat you like a silly little failure. Maybe she is jealous deep down or she is projecting on to you her own worst fears about herself. Look elsewhere for validation.
?I am already so over RHNY. For me there is absolutely nothing of interest going on. Nothing new under the sun. I am way over Bethenny court battles with Jason and seeing her cry over it. Already so over them jumping into Tinsley’s business about Scott. They are like a band of vultures. I would have unloaded verbally on them long ago. It is just my opinion, but this franchise need an overhaul. When are they going to get to some good stuff?
There is something bad that white wine does to people. It isn’t a good look on anyone.
Is Rebel Wilson blowing someone at Bravo for that horrific promo? First she was on this past season of Million Dollar Listing New York…and now this! Even the commercials suck!
Tinsley…get some therapy, girl! NOT Bravo filmed “therapy” but some real therapy. In the words of Siggy…Know your worth!!
This was the last HW franchise that I found entertaining. It’s gotten as boring as the others. The fighting over the rooms is THE WORST. Tinsley was the only one who handled it logically — drawing names (and a sweet gift). Their behavior about the rooms at Dorinda’s was abominable. The Cuntess wrote a book on etiquette? She either left out the part about how to treat a hostess or never read it. Tinsley could benefit from some CBT, which would help her set boundaries with Mommy Dearest. I used to watch reality shows for escape when my pain kept me imprisoned (before Netflix and Prime). With the great TV now, I am budgeting my time to include ththe TT (and guest) recaps. F the HW shows. Still going to watch Southern Charm, Below Decks, Project Runway and (hopefully) MORE Mexican Dynasties.
Tinsley’s meltdown was horrible to watch and we had to see too much of it. She has some deep-seated insecurities that need to be addressed off camera with a professional and NOT with her “mother” (what a nasty woman). Dale is the root of her problems if you ask me.
Damn, Sonja cracks me up! What a natural ham.
“Good” Dorinda has left the building again.
Cracked me up when Romana liked the grey mock wrap dress. What? She just picked clothing that Barbara already rocks!
Agree with every point. Another person would see the irony in the mock wrap dress, but Ramona is too self-absorbed to do so. Other than NeNe, I think she has less self-awareness than anyone on TV, including fictional characters. At least I can’t see Ramona attacking a crew member, knocking out his tooth, and showing ZERO remorse.
I wonder if Tinsley’s mother constantly tore her down during childhood or if this started in adulthood. Likely it started early. Tins chooses men who don’t meet her emotional needs because she doesn’t feel worthy. But the men have the money Mommy (and her materially enititled childhood) demand.
The white blouse Ramona thought looked “fabulous” was faux wrap too! Barbara knows what silhouette looks good on her and apparently Ramona agrees, ha!
Poor Tins. Producion either hates her or is setting her up for a giant comeback because now we all feel sorry for her…. however did you guys see her dress last night on WWHL? I think they might have stuffed her shoulder with the OC bunny AND Tameras old lumpy implants :/
Tinsley is beginning to remind me of Baby Jane. The clothes she wears are way too juvenile for her and the circus rouge really pushed it over the edge. But I love her and hope that she gets a therapist who will guide her away from her narcissistic mother.
TT, why am I in moderation. Have I been naughty?
No idea. Sometimes it’s just a typo logging in.
I don’t have anything to add, pretty much agree with everythingbthat has already been posted… therefore, I’m just here for the comments.
Tinsley is a really nice girl who is out of her league with these drunken, slutty hags. Not that there is anything wrong with being a drunken, slutty hag but it’s not for girls like Tinsley. She is more modest and well-mannered than the witches of the Hamptons. She really needs to hang out with women with similar values.
Single Attractive women Tinsley’s age do not do well in those circles. Which is why she is desperate for a man. Tins will find a nice guy after Mommy Dearest is gone.
If I had Barbara’s budget, I’d be a petty bitch and hire a stylist and also find the best classic DVF wrap dress so I could fucking name drop Diane Von Furstenberg when Ramona mentions the “wrap dress” like it is a big fashion faux pas to wear one. Barbara looks good in that cut and style.
Plus, Andy is good friends with Diane, and I’d love to see her squirm at reunion. Hmmm… maybe when Andy puts the call out for questions, we should bombard him with carefully crafted questions re: Ramona insulting the wrap, yet oking the faux wrap and calling the wrap unfashionable when it is anything but.
TT: ” I can be miserable by myself. I don’t need any lessons. What I need is distractions.”
Amen! Preach, sister! Can we please put the fun back in this season, much less this franchise??!!
I found it interesting that Lu said the thing that struck a chord in her was when the therapist told her she wasn’t pretty when she drinks. Don’t worry about what she’s doing to herself or her family, she isn’t pretty when she drinks.
Speaking of court and trials. I have always felt, they are the ultimate reality tv. (True crime addict that I am)
Same.
i don’t understand b airing all her court drama, life drama, boyfriend revolving door, etc on nat’l tv considering she is always in a court battle w/jason. she is only giving him more ammo! never around for brynn, boyfriends, working too much, etc.
tinsley so sad. her only worth according to mom is getting a rich husband. did agree w/her mom when she said scott wants you but won’t commit, you break up and he keeps pulling you in! she was right to say move on.
luanne just outright entitled and self absorbed and above the law!
Its very hard to be single now, and alot of guys act like Scott does. They do the whole off and on, because then they only get the good parts of a relationship without the comittment or responsability. They get only the sex, the dates and fun times, and during the off times they look and see what else is available. So of course they love it.. If I were Tinsley Id cut him off. The guys that do this will allways be looking. You want a guy that wants a partner, that doesnt like being alone or looking and dating. I bet Scott in ten years is gonna be in exactly the same place. The reason I say this, is if he wanted a relationship and wasnt happy with something about Tinsley, he would have stayed gone, instead of keeping her hopes up. A nice guy wont do that. Most guys arent nice though. Also, Tinsley shouldnt bring anyone around her mom till shes engaged.
funny how ramona always leaving events for a date! very convenient! wonder how of these dates really happen??
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I have to share, the big Apple circus is actually really nice and an awesome experience. It’s small so there’s not a bad seat in the house and it’s really beautifully put together and entertaining for adults and kids. I took my babies and we liked it so much we went again as a date night with friends. I assure you, Ramona missed out.
I want Tinsley to stay on the show so we can see her get her life together. The mother is awful–she needs to sit down and shut up. Tinsley doesn’t love herself, she sees no value in herself and she is so beautiful and has so much to offer. Time to freeze out the awful people and focus on the positive. She will attract what she gives out. That Scott character never seemed her type anyway. She needs someone fun, someone who ADORES her, someone she can CALL, but mostly someone who loves her just as she is because she is enough!
Sonya continues to charm, Dorinda continues to disappoint.
I looked up about Tinsley’s marriage and watched a high society episode too. I think maybe Dale has never gotton over her throwing away what she had. I thought it was sad she ran from a good man and great life, for the excitement of the party scene with a bunch of younger superficial destructive trust fund babies. She was all into some Gernan prince who just had superficial arrogance written all over him. I would say Tinsley did this to herself and its why she’s ended up where she is, and is so unhappy. I know I sound judgemental, but really you cant waste alot of time being addicted on the party scene, and it looks like she did. Its not good for relationships or your soul. It seems Tinsley has allways been searching for something but is boerd if she finds it. I think after so many years of doing that its tough on your self esteem because all youre judged on is your market place value. But thats what Tinsley wanted, to be in that world. Eventually, you cant keep up.
Agree 100%. Since Tinsley’s first season on this show filming with her mom, I’ve felt her mom is frustrated with the fact that Tins is crying for a life she already had and casually threw away because she thought it would always be easy to get it back again. I hope she gets her confidence back before it’s too late.
Tinsley’s mom, I think, is just a mom that means well deep down, BUT goes about it in the worst way. She’s probably pissed Tinsley didn’t nurture her past marriage, and probably even more pissed that she fervently wants grandkids and Tinsley is quickly moving past any sort of childbearing years, with no sort of stable relatuonship in sight. Surrogates exist, but who wants to have their first child after 50? And alone? Many women do it, but I am not sure if Tinsley has the mental fortitude to do that. It’s also probably frustrating to her mom that she KNOWS Tinsley wants a marriage and a family, but is stuck in this endless loop with Scott, a guy who is clearly just stringing her along.
I think youre right. Her mom allready knew these three things put together, a good husband, good marriage, great provider, is not something you throw away and just expect to pick up down the line. Now Tinsley is finding that out what she refused to believe. I really think Tinsley is extremely immature and not very deep, and she was predictably enamoured by the decadent rich New York party scene.. Her mom I think tried very hard to prevent her from throwing her future away,and paying the ultimate price down the line. Tinsley acts like a little kid rebelling and she only hurt herself. Now the ex has a grown up accomplished wife, and a baby girl. Ok mom was right.