Tuesday, August 6, 2024

Real Housewives of Dubai Season 2, Episode 9 Recap: Water Blessings Can’t Heal Everything

The Real Houswives of Dubai cast in gold.
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After a brief pause in airings, our Real Housewives of Dubai Season 2, Episode 9 recap has finally arrived! Still in Bali, the ladies last left us on read via a TO BE CONTINUED sign. In this week’s episode, “Note to Be Trusted,” Lesa remains ticked off at Ayan for leaking her voice note. However, Ayan is equally disturbed by Lesa, who no longer trusts her. Enter Sara, organizing a healing event for her cast, but as RHODubai Season 2, Episode 9 showed, sometimes, healings don’t last.

Lesa’s shared voice note fallout continues

Last week, a flashback emerged, showing Ayan playing a voice note from Lesa. Stirring the pot, Stanbury brought this up at their dinner table later that night. In turn, Brooks sat, stunned, as the explanations remained just out of reach on Sara’s frozen tongue.

Returning to their shell-shocked table, an upset Lesa urges Ayan to play this note aloud. Ayan presses play, and we finally hear Sara’s complete message.

“You did what’s right, regardless of who the person was, and I get it. And you explained yourself. You’re like, ‘Even if I’m not Brooks’ fan, I will still not stand for that,” Sara’s voice says tiredly to Lesa.

Thankfully, Sara can explain this away. Turning towards Taleen, Sara tells her friend that her very vocal fight with Brooks at Stanbury’s housewarming party sucked. “When I heard you screaming, ‘Where’s your husband,’ I wasn’t YOUR biggest fan. I was upset because she [Brooks] is divorced, [and] I’m divorced,” Sara recalls.

Everyone gets it. Sara was speaking about Taleen, not Brooks.

“I need Brooks’ fantasy private jet to come get me,” Stanbury chides in her confessional. Had she known this message originated from Lesa, Stanbury would have taken this storyline to her grave.

“I apologize for throwing you under the bus,” Stanbury tells Ayan. “We are f*cking done,” Ayan responds, flicking Stanbury off.

“A snake can always change their skin, but they’ll always be a snake,” Lesa tells Stanbury. “Thank you, Lesa. I feel the same about you, darling,” Stanbury retorts.

Ayan leaves, upset with both Lesa and Stanbury.

Lesa and Ayan are not okay

Lesa Milan and Chanel Ayan from RHODubai Season 2.
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Lesa excuses herself from the table to check on Ayan. The screen goes black as the words “20 MINUTES LATER” appear. Behind a closed door, Ayan wails as a sobbing Lesa exits her room, asking production for “a minute.”

Calmed down in her interview, Lesa explains, “I get to Ayan’s room to check on her, and she shouted, ‘F*ck you … How dare you embarrass me in front of the girls?'” But Lesa is also mad at Ayan for sharing her voice note with Stanbury.

Lesa cries to her husband on the phone, calling Ayan “a bitch” for flipping the blame onto her.

In her room, Ayan reveals that she told Lesa about this voice note well before their dinner, letting Lesa know that Stanbury wanted Ayan to share it at some point. And yet, Lesa had the gall to act shocked at the table. “You are lying about my name,” Ayan stresses, noting that she “kicked that b*tch out of her room.”

In the hallway, Lesa tells Brooks what transpired between herself and Ayan. Brooks squeals happily in her confessional, excited that “The house of cards is falling.”

Sara protects the cast of RHODubai at the club

Sara struts her stuff in promo shots for RHODubai Season 2.
Photo Credit: Chris Haston/Bravo

Everyone but Ayan heads out to enjoy the nightlife in Bali. They all let loose at the club. But as Stanbury notes, they were “drinking petrol,” aka cheap liquor, so it was gross.

Taleen finds a hot enough, long-haired man in the club and introduces him to Brooks. Brooks says nope, joking in her confessional that Taleen’s olive branch is a bust.

Sara does her best to protect her costars from “ending up in Jeffrey Dahmer’s freezer,” as they freely party on the dancefloor.

“The Water Blessing” win

Season 2 cast of RHODubai.
Photo Credit: Yasmin Hussain/Bravo

Ayan awakens, ready to join the cast on Sara’s spiritual trip. She tells Lesa they should talk before they depart because she loves her. Lesa stands up, crying, asking again for “a minute.”

Ayan follows Lesa. They talk it out. This house of cards is now fine (ish). In contrast, Ayan remains p*ssed off at Stanbury.

But “today is all about positivity,” Sara explains, telling the ladies they are going to a waterfall, where they will spiritually scream out their traumas. Stanbury’s van pulls over. She vomits out last night’s “petrol.”

Both vans finally arrive at Sara’s destination. Their guide has them change into sarongs. Stanbury tells Taleen that Ayan is ignoring her, which she hates.

Their guide hands them each a basket filled with burning offerings (incense) that they will lay and pray before various statues. Lesa skips this part because it conflicts with her Christian values. “Lesa, where was your moral high ground last night,” Taleen jokes in her interview as the cameras show Lesa dancing in a cage at the club.

After doing as instructed, the ladies (minus Stanbury) enter the water. They climb on the rocks surrounding the waterfall and begin screaming. Lesa screams the loudest, sharing that she is finally letting her brother’s death go.

After, the ladies hold hands, thanking Sara for a peaceful day.

The water can only heal so much on RHODubai

Real Housewives of Dubai Season 2
Photo Credit: Chris Haston/Bravo

Later that night, Lesa doles out outfits and some are far better than others.

“I got the worst color,” Taleen says. Agreeing, Stanbury notes, “Your skirt looks like someone did a poop.”

As for her short, rose-covered gown, Stanbury hates this as well.

“I would have never chosen mustard yellow. I don’t wear mustard yellow,” Brooks yells as the credits roll on RHODubai Season 2, Episode 9.

Real Housewives of Dubai Season 2 continues every Tuesday on Bravo at 9/8c.

TELL US – WHAT DID YOU THINK ABOUT REAL HOUSEWIVES OF DUBAI SEASON 2, EPISODE 9? IS AYAN RIGHT TO BE MAD AT LESA? DID LESA PURPOSEDLY PICK OUT CRAPPY DRESSES FOR HER LESSER DESIRED COSTARS?

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WATCH: Below Deck Med Season 9 Midseason Trailer

Joe Bradley scrubbing the deck on Below Deck Med.
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There’s a hurricane of drama in the Below Deck Mediterranean midseason trailer. Captain Sandy Yawn lets go of at least one crew member, and it’s not pretty. This time the chef messed up more than just cold eggs and bad steak. Relationships are turned upside down when a love triangle turns into a square with the arrival of a new stew. There’s also the little matter of a hurricane barring down onto the super yacht. There’s only seven episodes left, so let’s get into it!

Captain Sandy Yawn wants to fire the chef, and hires a new stew who also falls for Joe Bradley in the Below Deck Med Season 9 midseason trailer

The drama is intense in the remaining episodes of Below Deck Med. Bravo’s The Daily Dish has the tea with the midseason trailer. It kicks off with chief stew Aesha Scott serving a guest some tuna carpaccio with pineapple caramel. Seems harmless enough. But then the guest tells Sandy, “I can’t eat raw seafood, because it can kill me.” This severe allergy had to be listed on the preference sheet, right?

Sandy was furious. She tells chef Jono Shillingford, “Raw seafood can kill her. And it’s in front of her plate.” Jono looked stunned. Sandy said in her confessional, “What the f*ck? We could have killed her. I don’t have a choice, I have to fire him.” It’s honestly shocking Jono lasted as long as he did. He’s not quite ready for that superyacht life just yet. Could Sandy have a change of heart, or is it curtains for him? 

The upcoming charter guests aren’t as easygoing as the ones we’ve seen so far. A few boss around the interior team demanding alcohol or asking them to move furniture out of their purview. Ever the professional, Aesha took it in stride. She said, “If I cared that much about rich people being rude to me, I would have quit years ago.” 

And speaking of quitting, shockingly the interior crew is still intact. With all the drama between Elena Dubaich and Bri Muller over rank, laundry, and Joe Bradley, you’d think one of them would have left by now. However, the two are still vying for Joe’s affection. At one point they do seem to wise up and realize he’s been playing both of them. But do they do anything about it?

New stew Carrie O’Neill joins the fray, and she is an admitted, “pathological flirt.” Joe tells Nathan he’s already got his plate full with Ellie and Bri. He said, “I’ve already had two, I’m not after another one.” Nathan clapped back, “You’re definitely going for another one.” Bri had her two cents too. She said, “I was the starter, Ellie was the main, and now she’s the dessert.” Is there anyone else on the boat to date besides Joe?

Things also get tense between Ellie and Aesha. Ellie is seen packing her bags and muttering, “I don’t know why Aesha is just blaming me and making me the scapegoat.” Later we get a shot of Bosun Iain Maclean, and Sandy saying, “That’s a fireable offense.” It’s not clear if it’s about Ellie or Iain, but with their behavior this season it could apply to either one of them. 

Things get worse for everyone once a hurricane arrives. Iain shouts, “The crew cabin is absolutely flooding!” No one knows where the water is coming from either. Can Sandy and crew weather the storm? It will definitely be an exciting ride to find out!

Below Deck Mediterranean airs Mondays at 9/8c on Bravo.

TELL US – ARE YOU SURPRISED SANDY FIRES JONO? DO YOU THINK ELLIE AND BRI WILL WISE UP ABOUT JOE LEADING THEM ON?

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Kristen Taekman Net Worth 2024: How Much Money Does RHONY Star Make?

Kristen Taekman Net Worth 2024: How Much Money Does RHONY Star Make?
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Kristen Taekman, a well-known model and reality TV star, has garnered significant attention regarding her net worth in 2024. Best recognized for her role on The Real Housewives of New York City, Taekman has successfully transitioned her reality TV fame into a variety of lucrative business endeavors. Fans are keen to delve into the various income streams that have contributed to her impressive wealth over the years.

Here is everything fans need to know about Kristen Taekman’s net worth in 2024.

What is Kristen Taekman’s net worth in 2024?

Kristen Taekman has an estimated net worth of $20 million in 2024.

Kristen Taekman’s net worth in 2024 consists of earnings from her successful career as a reality TV star and model. Additionally, she has ventured into numerous businesses which has significantly contributed to her wealth. Taekman is most famous for The Real Housewives of New York City.

What does Kristen Taekman do for a living?

Kristen Taekman is a reality TV star, model, and entrepreneur.

In a 2023 interview with People magazine, Kristen Taekman reflected on her enduring marriage to Josh Taekman, expressing her pride and satisfaction with their relationship. Despite past rumors and scandals, Kristen Taekman reassured that their marriage has remained strong and unaffected. She addressed past cheating rumors and firmly stated that her husband never cheated. The reality TV star highlighted their great relationship, built on strong family foundations, mutual support, and love for each other and their children.

Kristen Taekman’s earnings explained — how does she make money?

Kristen Taekman earns money from various professional pursuits.

Reality TV star – Kristen Taekman gained fame from her appearances on the Bravo show The Real Housewives of New York City. She first joined the cast in March 2014 for the sixth season and continued for the seventh season in 2015. After that, she decided to leave the show.

Model – Kristen Taekman has been featured in top fashion magazines and has worked with well-known beauty brands like L’Oréal and Clairol. After joining modeling agencies in New York and LA, she appeared in major publications such as Glamour, Harper’s Bazaar, and Vogue Australia. She has also been featured in national ad campaigns and photographed by renowned photographers like Ben Watts and Antoine Verglas.

Entrepreneur – In 2009, Kristen Taekman ventured into entrepreneurship with the launch of her greeting card company, 2nd Street Press. Taekman also created a vegan and cruelty-free nail polish line, Pop of Color, in collaboration with Ricky’s NYC.

Additionally, Kristen Taekman runs a fashion and lifestyle blog called Last Night’s Look, where she shares everyday fashion tips, parenting advice, health insights, and updates from her travels.

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Jennifer Tilly Net Worth 2024: How Much Money Does RHOBH Star Make?

Jennifer Tilly Net Worth 2024: How Much Money Does RHOBH Star Make?
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Jennifer Tilly is a popular actress who has appeared in numerous TV shows and movies over the years. She previously made guest appearances in The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and is now all set to grace its new season as a friend of one of the housewives. As a result, fans are getting eager to find out her sources of income. So, here is all the information on Jennifer Tilly’s net worth in 2024.

What is Jennifer Tilly’s net worth in 2024?

Jennifer Tilly has an estimated net worth of $40 million in 2024.

Jennifer Tilly’s net worth in 2024 consists of earnings from her acting stints, reality show appearances, and poker.

Tilly is popular for her role in Bride of Chucky. She appeared as a guest on RHOBH in several seasons. Additionally, Jennifer Tilly is known for her work in Bullets Over Broadway, Made in America, and Stuart Little, among others.

What does Jennifer Tilly do for a living?

Jennifer Tilly is a well-known actress and reality TV star. She has mostly earned money from her acting stints, reality show appearances, and playing poker.

Jennifer Tilly is all set to enter as a friend of a housewife in RHOBH Season 14. In a recent interview with Vulture, she said joining the show felt like working with Martin Scorsese.

Jennifer Tilly’s earnings explained — how does she make money?

Jennifer Tilly earns money from acting, reality show appearances, and playing poker.

Acting: Jennifer Tilly has appeared in numerous films and movies. These successful stints must have led to substantial growth in her income.

Reality show appearances:  Tilly became quite popular for her guest appearances in The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. The show’s popularity would have further boosted her income.

Poker: Jennifer Tilly is a professional poker player. She had reportedly won more than $992,000 in live poker tournaments by 2017.

Will: Following her ex-husband and The Simpsons co-creator/producer Sam Simon’s death, Jennifer Tilly was left 30% of his Simpsons royalties in his will.

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