Anyone started the new RHNYC?

[EachandEveryone]

Im on the first one. Loving Dorindas look this season. Ramona looks older wit( her new face lift. Im not missing Bethanny and I am liking the new one Leah and Im interested to hear her story and how she came to be friends with Tinsley who was desparate to get married last time I saw her.

[BobFleming]

I like it better when they have women that have actually achieved something in life, rather than the mostly empty chattels they have on there now.

Apart from Ramona, we have LuAnn, Dorinda and Sonja. All of whom appear to have made their names/fortunes solely from ex-husbands. And then the awful ageing cheerleader Tinsley who is just a disgrace. All she wants in life is a rich husband.

I thought Bethenny was interesting as a self-made woman, ditto Heather and Carole. And Carole was political, which made me like her even more. I felt for her when Trump won the election. Most of the others are Republicans and refuse to admit it because they don't even know why.

[EachandEveryone]

Yes Carol was probably one of the genuine moneyed women yet was modest with it. She had a career before and “married well” on top of it. I wonder if shes still with the younger fella? I liked her.

It was nice seeing Jill another one that worked.

They are all tight arses you can just tell. Especially Sonja.

What I do like about the NYC ladies is that they dont pimp their children out. Not like how shamelessly they do in BH. I mean that was the first time Id seen Dorindas daughter in years. And she seems really sensible and sounded like she had a job 😄 apparently Ramonas works in finance on wall streer. I think the new one should take note as her lovely daughter has appeared in nearly every episode with her.

[Katinski]

To whoever asked about Dorinda's late husband - he was in finance - hedge funds.
I started watching NY when I recognised the Radziwill name. As a child I was at an English school in Rome with Elaine Radziwill whose mother was Lee. Lee's dead now but my mum and she were school-mums buddies and Elaine and I had a few sleep over play dates. Elaine's dad, Count Radziwill, was a real old school European gent.

[peonia]

I think Ramona had a business where she bought up unsold stock from clothing manufacturers and sold it on, I guess to shops like to T K Maxx.

[Andylion]

I miss Carole.

[Andylion]

I miss Bethenny. She was the only one that made her own money (maybe Ramona too, but she’s just awful) and I found her an interesting character. I’m glad Tinsley has gone - she’s just a silly twit.

How did Ramona make her money?
I agree about Tinsley.

[MrsCatB]

Also, understand that Ramona drags fellow housewives to unscheduled events - they don't realise they're endorsing product / event on her behalf till they get there - in order that she personally benefits re being gifted her next 'party / launch'.

The woman has no shame - does anyone remember Heather's husband ensuring there was loads of top end Caviar for her birthday (it was part of her present - because she loved Beluga so much). Ramona steamed in and proceeded to shovel in as much as was humanly feasible into her gob.

Someone made a comment about leaving a bit for others and she basically replied she was paying them a compliment by being a glutton - proved the Caviar was good.

Considering she couldn't recognise her own branded Pinot Grigio at a wine tasting, I would suggest a future host serve her Herring Roe in a Beluga Caviar tin and film her stuffing it in her gob whilst surreptitiously swiping any unopened tins into a wasted Sonja's handbag (in case called out / leakage) to be retrieved later.

[MrsCatB]

I have yet to see latest RHONYC however, have kept abreast of gossip.

Dorinda appears to have kept up her role as NY Mrs Bucket where in reality she's a classless drunk / (alleged) coke fiend who married well - twice - yet insists moves in the upper echelons of NY intellectual society.

She was an ex-restaurant hostess / 80's aerobic instructor.

I have to admire her chutzpah in parading the vile, sweaty, inarticulate, abusive John M (can't be arsed to look up his surname) as a credible boyfriend - then again, Red Scarf man anyone??!!

Bit strange to be wailing and rending her clothes NOW over last husband's death when she moved on within six months with said sweaty, unpleasant, coke dealer boyfriend.

I understand she's been going after Tinsley because, basically, she's jealous that TM is the real deal re moneyed (brainless) WASP?

[EdinaMonsoon]

I found the latest episode very uncomfortable to watch. Sonja was so drunk that they should have stopped filming her IMO. The way in which Ramona was given a pasting was vile too. I know she's a PITA but she doesn't deserve being subjected to that kind of humiliation.

I wonder how any of them can believe that they are looking good on camera. I've always enjoyed RHONY (aside from Bethenny's narcissistic hysterical screaming last season) but it feels like the behaviours and drama is becoming more extreme now - kind of more like OC (which I detest). It feels uncomfortably like watching the very public demise of these women's reputations and mental health whereas it used to be about getting a glimpse into a fun lifestyle.

[peonia]

@RockingMyFiftiesNot me too, it seems to have lost its humour and lighthearted-ness this season

[RockingMyFiftiesNot]

I'd been looking forward to the new series for ages but really not enjoying it. I think I prefer RHOBH anyway but am enjoying the various Below Deck programmes so much more

[BobFleming]

I just watched the latest episode. The pieces to camera are obviously post-lockdown and the poor quality of the filming/lighting/audio is quite surprising.

The hallowe'en party antics were awful. Sonja was so pissed and slurry, sloppy and embarrassing. Leah was yet again mental when drunk - I felt sorry for her ex who looked very uncomfortable. And Dorinda! I think she's just a cow actually. Most of these women should avoid alcohol.

[EachandEveryone]

Just watched it. I like how normal Leahs life seems to be when shes sober.

[EachandEveryone]

Oh I wish I didnt kniw this. Its my only day off I have loads to do😃

[vjg13]

It's back on Hayu, the interview bits have been filmed at home. Hoping BH will be back soon too.

[EachandEveryone]

Vitamin shots probably. They were advertised everywhere when we were in Vegas.

[AlanWhickersKnickers]

Have I just imagined it or is someone using an IV drip on episode 4 of the latest season? It’s when they’re sat at the table outside and Luann is revealing how she’s been tempted to drink the night before. Have I just managed to miss a whole back story? It was only briefly shown on a zoomed out shot of the table.

[EachandEveryone]

I was in Central Park once having a drink and they were filming a reality show there. Not the housewives and no one was interested. They take it to a different level though. I thought Jill was coming back?

[AlanWhickersKnickers]

Oh right so lets say you booked at table for 8pm one night, you would be told that RHONY were filming there that night and they'll be lots of shouting/drama (because it's been orchestrated by the producers that way)? If you're happy to witness that you can agree and fulfil the booking. If not, you can book for another evening?

[Duggeehugs82]

Im sure what ive read is they all have to sign contracts before so they will be aware and possibly want it, and want to see drama

[AlanWhickersKnickers]

Yes! Finally I've found my group to share a (very hidden and guilty) love of RHONY with. Does anyone wonder about what the 'civilians' in the restaurants think when the group are having yet another slanging match over tea? Do you think their meal is compensated for basically having their meal destroyed? These places aren't that cheap to eat in and I'm not sure I would be happy if I was on a date night with DH and that was going on next to us.

[EachandEveryone]

I didnt know Tynsley has left I think Ive got three episodes left. It really gives me headache i have to turn the volume right down.

[TomBradysLeftKneecap]

I stopped watching. All that screeching and "Look at me" over performing did my head in.

[peonia]

I used to really like Dorinda but she's been so vile so far this season that's she's no fun to watch. Her comment to Tinsley about the turkey baster was cruel.

I think Dorinda, Sonja and Ramona are trying to be extra dramatic to ensure their contracts are renewed. Leah is two decades younger than them and will be interesting to see if the producers will cast someone younger when they replace Tinsley.

I am liking Luann a lot more this season, she seems to have chilled out now that her probation has ended and looks well and healthy.

[Justfivemoreminutesplease]

I seem to recall that the episodes are having to be re-edited in parts - some in light of comments made by some needing to change in light of the BLM awareness and also because of Denise threatened legal action..... I’ll look back to see where I read that....