90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? Season 8 is finally coming to an end. Of course, that means that it is time for the highly anticipated Tell All. 90 Day Fiancé Tell Alls are now crazier than ever, with multiple parts and crazy twists. The Happily Ever After? Season 8 Tell All may be the most interesting one to date, with a whole new format. Here’s everything we know so far, along with a few predictions as to what will go down!
The Season 8 Tell All will feature a new twist
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The Happily Ever After? Season 8 Tell All will be unlike any other in 90 Day Fiancé history. For the first time ever, the couples will be staying together in the same house while filming. With nine couples, it is sure to be a full house!
This differs from the Season 7 Tell All, which featured interactions between cast members outside the studio. Cast members met up for activities such as drinking and shopping and gossiped about the season. However, rather than staying in the same house, the couples instead lodged in the same hotel.
Several cast members will take turns in the hot seat on 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?
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During every Tell All, some cast members get more heat than others. With a whopping 18 cast members on Season 8, several of them are bound to get criticized by their fellow cast.
The first person who will likely be scrutinized is Ed Brown, aka Big Ed. Ed canceled his wedding to Liz Woods at the last minute and didn’t even tell her when he did so. Throughout the season, Ed also failed to take accountability for his actions. Furthermore, Ed was incredibly disrespectful to Liz and her mother when they came to move out her things. It seems all but certain that the rest of the cast will call out Ed, who frankly deserves it at this point.
Another cast member who may come under fire is Nicole Sherbiny. Nicole’s storyline with her husband Mahmoud El Sherbiny was rather short, and they spent nearly all of their screen time arguing. Nicole went out of her way to make Mahmoud uncomfortable after arriving in America, which is unacceptable. It seems probable that some of Nicole’s fellow cast will question her about some of her actions.
Finally, Alexei Brovarnik could potentially receive some negative reactions during the Tell All. Alexei and his wife Loren Brovarnik’s story this season focused on the latter’s “mommy makeover.” Despite Loren having a difficult recovery, Alexei spent the season complaining about having to help with additional tasks around the house. Alexei even got upset when Loren admitted that she might want to go back to work, which is not a good look.
There could be some major break-up reveals
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It’s not uncommon for couples to announce splits at the Tell All, and Season 8 may see a few. The first couple in real danger of breaking up is Rob Warne and Sophie Sierra. Rob and Sophie were all over the place during Season 8, and they never seemed to know their relationship status. The last viewers saw, Rob decided he couldn’t take it anymore. After almost giving another woman his phone number at the club, it seems unlikely that Rob is still with Sophie.
Another couple who might not be together at the Tell All is Angela Deem and Michael Ilesanmi. Michael finally arrived in America during Season 8, after a long seven years of waiting. However, it seems like Michael evaded Georgia soon after his arrival. Angela told fans that Michael was missing, although he was later found and pictured with other women. Hopefully, the Tell All will fill viewers in on the status of Angela and Michael’s relationship today.
The last couple who could potentially reveal a break-up is Nicole and Mahmoud. After Mahmoud claimed that he no longer had feelings for Nicole, he asked for a divorce. The couple’s story ended after that segment, suggesting that Mahmoud left Nicole to return to Egypt. However, it is unclear where they stand today. It’s possible that Nicole and Mahmoud rekindled, but it doesn’t seem very likely.
Reality Tea is looking back at the wildest and most legendary moments from across every franchise. Take a peek at our picks for #60-51 in our countdown of the best Real Housewives moments.
60. Shannon Beador tosses her plate at Kelly Dodd (RHOC)
Season 12 of RHOC featured a dramatic dinner at The Quiet Woman, which is Shannon Beador’s second home. Poor Shannon’s first mistake of the evening was confiding in Kelly Dodd that she felt self-conscious about her weight.
When Shannon returned to the booth to see Kelly sitting there, she was furious. Kelly told Shannon, “Calm down, girl. Maybe you need some hormones for your body.”
Then Shannon honored Kelly with a one-finger salute, shouting, “Read between the lines, you f*cking bitch! Get out of my table!”
Kelly replied, “Keep eating.” Shannon tossed her plate at Kelly, screaming, “This isn’t my plate, you f*cking bitch!” What a lovely night out!
59. Kyle Richards’ weed dinner sparks drama (RHOBH)
Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Kyle Richards hosted a weed dinner at her home, hoping for a chill experience. RHOBH alums Camille Grammer and Denise Richards joined the party.
A confused Denise tried to confront Erika Jayne, but no one could determine what she was rambling about. Later, one chef remarked, “Dude. Denise Richards is f*cked up.” Yet, she hadn’t indulged at the party.
Meanwhile, Sutton Stracke and Garcelle Beauvais confronted Kyle about problems in her marriage with Mauricio Umansky. After Kyle denied the claims, Sutton lit up a joint at the table. Kyle was furious about the inquisition into her marital woes. Trust me, this dinner was heated, not chill.
58. The boat ride from hell (RHONY)
Tinsley Mortimer planned a trip to Colombia for her Real Housewives of New York co-stars. But during a boat road in rough seas, the ladies experienced a nautical emergency.
Tinsley told a terrified Sonja Morgan and Ramona Singer, who were huddled in a cabin below, that the turbulent sea was “normal.” Sonja, behaving like they were on The Titanic, peed on Ramona’s bathing suit as she screamed at Tinsley.
Meanwhile, Carole Radziwill was vomiting non-stop up on deck as a siren sounded. The camera crew had to stop filming as Ramona cried in Sonja’s arms.
It turns out that a mishap with the anchor caused the incident. Thankfully everyone was safe. Why can’t you find a pirate with a sea-worthy vessel when you need one? Right, Luann de Lesseps?
57. Eva Marcille dragged Marlo Hampton all over Tokyo (RHOA)
“You’re a fraud!” Marlo yelled. So, Eva clapped back, “Says your lace front. If you don’t pick up your Got2B glue and tack it back down – leave me alone!”
Finally, Marlo slammed Eva for smoking since she also breastfed her child. “Oohh, you so bitter. I’m gonna pray for you,” Eva said to Marlo. Read completed!
During the Season 4 Real Housewives of New Jersey reunion, the tension was thick. But the drama took a whimsical turn when Lauren Manzo asked Teresa Giudice a simple question. “What’s napalm mean? Spell it,” Lauren said.
Teresa froze like a deer in the headlights. “You don’t know,” Lauren said. “It was in your blog.” The look on Teresa’s face was priceless. Then Lauren’s mom, Caroline Manzo, also called for Teresa to spell napalm. Finally, host Andy Cohen asked Teresa if she wrote her blog. She claimed that she did.
“I’m not answering you,” Teresa said as she attempted to ignore the Manzos. They continued to chant at Teresa to spell napalm. “Keep going,” Teresa told Andy.
55. Sonja Morgan wants to protect the Morgan Letters (RHONY)
During another RHONY visit to Dorinda Medley’s estate in the Berkshires, the trip went left. Or at least, Sonja did. First, Dorinda and Ramona brought Sonja to visit a Morgan estate called Bedford Hall. Sonja’s marriage to her ex-husband, John Adams Morgan, was a matter of pride for her. But the experience pulled Sonja back into her past as a Morgan.
Later on, a drunken Sonja suffered a meltdown at Dorinda’s home. She was furious that Dorinda “put her paws all over these letters.”
Reaching her hands across the table, she shouted, “You don’t touch the f*cking Morgan letters!” Who says Real Housewives isn’t educational? A stunned Ramona, Tinsley, and Bethenny Frankel watched as Sonja burst into tears.
During Fashion Week, Ramona strutted her stuff on the runway, but her unusual appearance caught RHONY cast mates Jill Zarin and Alex McCord’s husband, Simon van Kempen, off guard. “The eyes are popping,” Simon said of Ramona’s wide and unblinking gaze.
“When Ramona walked out, she looked like an alien invaded her body. She walks like a robot, with her neck sticking out like a giraffe and her eyes bulging,” Jill said in her confessional. “I mean, it was hysterical.” Unless you were Ramona.
When Gina invited Tamra to leave the shrubbery, Tamra refused. Meanwhile, Steve Lodge later dumped Vicki before they made it down the aisle.
52. “Goodbye, Kyle!” (RHOBH)
The “puppy gate” scandal spelled the end of Lisa Vanderpump’s tenure on RHOBH. When a tabloid discovered that Dorit Kemsley had returned a pup from Vanderpump Dogs to a shelter instead of the organization, it ignited a friendship-ending drama.
The Beverly Hills ladies believed that Lisa leaked the story, so Kyle headed to Villa Rosa to confront her longtime friend. “I swear on my children’s life,” Lisa told Kyle, denying that she leaked the story. But it wasn’t enough to convince Kyle.
This made Lisa’s husband, Ken Todd, furious. “You’re supposed to be her f*cking friend,” he told Kyle. Then Lisa spoke her final words to Kyle. “You came here to tell me I am a liar. We’re done,” Lisa stated.
“Get the f*ck out of my house!” Lisa shouted as she and Ken walked upstairs. “Goodbye, Kyle!” Ken bellowed. It was an iconic moment in Real Housewives history.
51. Shereé Whitfield pulls Kim Zolciak’s wig (RHOA)
Atlanta peaches Shereé Whitfield and NeNe Leakes met up with Kim Zolciak to clarify some rumors that they heard. Would Kim ever talk about them both behind their back? Well, duh!
The meeting became heated, and Kim left the restaurant. NeNe and Shereé followed. The trio argued outside until Shereé let her fingers do the walking and pulled on Kim’s blonde wig.
“I felt the need to tug on her wig. I did not try to pull it off,” Shereé explained. She said that she didn’t intend to snatch it. “I just wanted to shift it a little bit,” she added. Well, Kim’s wig didn’t go airborne, so Shereé didn’t really want to grab it. All I can say is, “Fix it, Jesus!”
Stay tuned for our next drop, where we will relive moments 50 TO 41.
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Over the years, there have been quite a few messy love triangles on Bravo. Most shows on the network focus on tight-knit friend groups, so naturally, there is some crossover in the dating pool. Many stars on the network share the same exes or have hooked up with the same people. Let’s take a look back at some of the most dramatic love triangles in Bravo history:
7. Katie Maloney/Tom Schwartz/Tori Keeth on Bravo’s Pump Rules
In Season 11 of Vanderpump Rules, divorced couple Katie Maloney and Tom Schwartz had their eye on the same girl-Scheana Shay’s nanny, Tori Keeth. Katie made a move on Tori after she learned Scheana set her up with her ex-husband. They both went on a date with the 25-year-old and then compared notes over lunch. Yeah, it was weird. While it was fun to see Katie and Schwartz fight over a girl, it was uneventful. Neither party seemed that into it and the storyline only lasted a couple of episodes. It felt produced and inauthentic.
6. Harry Dubin/Sonja Morgan/Luann de Lesseps on Bravo’s RHONY
Real Housewives of New York fans are well-versed when it comes to Harry Dubin lore. In addition to being RHONY star Aviva Drescher’s ex-husband, he has also been involved with several other cast members, including Sonja Morgan, Luann de Lesseps, and Ramona Singer. In Season 6, Sonja was rekindling her romance with Harry when Luann got involved. Sonja watched her friend leave a party with the man she was seeing. Yikes. The two fought over their mutual ex and it was a joy to watch.
5. Malia White/Wes Walton/Adam Glick on Bravo’s Below Deck Med
In Season 2 of Below Deck Mediterranean, Malia White found herself in a love triangle with Wes Walton and Adam Glick. Initially, she was involved with Adam but as the season progressed, she developed feelings for Wes. She ended up breaking up with Adam to pursue Wes. Adam was upset and some drama ensued but eventually, he let it go.
4. Austen Kroll/Lindsay Hubbard/Ciara Miller on Bravo’s Summer House
Austen Kroll visited the Summer House in Season 6 and all h*ll broke loose. Fans were under the impression that Austen was there to see Ciara Miller. The two dated on Season 1 of Winter House and Ciara was open about having a crush on the Southern Charm star. However, once Austen arrived, it became clear he was also involved with Lindsay Hubbard. Austen played the two women during his visit. One moment he was flirting with Ciara, the next he was making out with Lindsay. It was a mess.
3. Daisy Kelliher/Colin Macrae/Gary King on Bravo’s BDSY
The love triangle between Daisy Kelliher, Colin Macrae, and Gary King is the most well-known love triangle in the show’s history. In Season 4, Daisy starts hooking up with Colin, which makes Gary jealous because he and Daisy used to hook up. Emotions were running high and it made for some great drama.
2. Austen Kroll/Taylor Ann Green/Shep Rose on Bravo’s Southern Charm
A new love triangle emerged on Season 9 of Southern Charm involving Austen, Taylor Ann Green, and Shep Rose. Rumor has it that Austen and Taylor shared a kiss after her breakup with Shep. A producer confirmed the kiss did happen in a statement to People. The two have been adamant that they did not sleep together but that hasn’t stopped their co-stars and viewers at home from speculating. No one knows for sure what happened, that is probably why it is so compelling,
1. Tom Sandoval/Ariana Madix/Rachel Leviss – SCANDOVAL
It feels weird to call this a “love triangle” considering how out of the loop Ariana Madix was about the whole thing. But there is no doubt, this is the most dramatic love triangle in the network’s history. In Season 10 of VPR, Ariana discovered that her boyfriend of nine years, Tom Sandoval, was sleeping with her close friend, Rachel Leviss. The affair had been going on for 7 months right under Ariana’s nose. They hooked up in her pool, driveway, and guest room. The drama broke through the Bravosphere and entered the mainstream. Everyone was talking about #Scandoval in 2023.
TELL US – DID WE MISS ANY? WHAT DO YOU THINK IS THE MOST DRAMATIC LOVE TRIANGLE IN BRAVO HISTORY?
Lisa Rinna grew popular among the masses following her stint in The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Now, her fans wish to know the sources of her earnings. So, here is all the information on Lisa Rinna’s net worth in 2024.
What is Lisa Rinna’s net worth in 2024?
Lisa Rinna has an estimated net worth of $10 million in 2024.
Lisa Rinna’s net worth in 2024 consists of earnings from her modeling gigs, acting appearances, reality show stints, and business ventures. Additionally, her income sources are her real estate investments and book sales.
Rinna is mostly known for her appearance in The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. She joined the cast of the show in the fifth installment as a permanent cast member and made her final appearance in Season 12. Apart from that, Lisa Rinna is known for her performances in Days of Our Lives, and Melrose Place.
What does Lisa Rinna do for a living?
Lisa Rinna is a model, actress, and businesswoman. She has mostly earned money from her modeling gigs, acting performances, reality show stints, and business achievements.
Lisa Rinna’s earnings explained — how does she make money?
Lisa Rinna earns money from her various professional pursuits, including modeling, acting, and business ventures among others.
Modeling: Lisa Rinna is a popular model and has been featured on the covers of magazines like Playboy, Soap Opera Digest, Living Well, and Soap Opera Magazine. Additionally, she has appeared in print ads for M&M candies, and Taco Bell commercials.
Acting: Rinna’s acting ventures in movies and shows such as The Middle, The Guest Book, This Close, etc. would have further led to substantial growth in her income.
Reality show appearances: Lisa Rinna became quite popular with her appearance in The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. The show’s success provided a boost in her income.
Business ventures: Rinna is the owner of three business ventures- The Lisa Rinna Collection, Rinna Beauty, and Rinna Wines.
Real estate investments: Lisa Rinna owns a luxurious home in Beverly Hills. Reportedly, she has secured a total of $4.3 million in mortgages on this property.
Book sales: Rinna turned author to books like The Big, Fun, Sexy Sex Book, Starlit, and Rinnavation: Getting Your Best Life Ever.
Adrienne Maloof, famed for her role on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, has recently sparked interest regarding her net worth in 2024. Beyond her reality TV presence, Maloof has broadened her career through diverse business endeavors and philanthropic activities. So, fans are eager to delve into the various sources of her income and uncover how she has amassed her impressive wealth over the years.
Here is everything fans need to know about Adrienne Maloof’s net worth in 2024.
What is Adrienne Maloof’s net worth in 2024?
Adrienne Maloof has an estimated net worth of $60 millionin 2024.
Adrienne Maloof’s net worth in 2024 consists of earnings from her career as a reality TV star and business owner. She is most famous for her appearance on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.
What does Adrienne Maloof do for a living?
Adrienne Maloof is a reality TV star and a businesswoman.
Adrienne Maloof recently shared a chilling story about her son’s near-kidnapping when he was a baby. The 62-year-old Bravo star recounted the harrowing experience on SiriusXM’s Jeff Lewis Live. Maloof explained that the incident occurred almost 20 years ago during a shopping trip. She and her ex-husband, Dr. Paul Nassif, have three children together, though she did not specify which son was involved in the frightening episode.
Adrienne Maloof’s earnings explained — how does she make money?
Adrienne Maloof earns money from various professional pursuits, including:
Businesswoman – Adrienne Maloof began her career in her family’s business, focusing on marketing and promotions. Over time, her role expanded to include overseeing the marketing operations of the Maloof Companies’ diverse interests. As a key member of the Maloof family, renowned for their ventures in sports, entertainment, and hospitality, the RHOBH star has played a pivotal role in the family’s business successes. She has helped manage and develop the family’s enterprises, including Maloof Music, the Sacramento Kings, and the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas.
In addition to her business achievements, Maloof also launched a shoe collection called Adrienne Maloof by Charles Jourdan in 2011.
TV personality – Adrienne Maloof joined the cast of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills in 2010 and remained for the first three seasons. She later returned as a guest star in the later seasons.
Beyond reality TV, Maloof served as a judge on the Miss Universe 2011 pageant and appeared on shows such as The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Betty White’s Off Their Rockers, Hell’s Kitchen, Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Kardashian: The Man Who Saved OJ Simpson, and more.
Kyle Richards, a notable cast member of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, has recently garnered attention regarding her net worth in 2024. Richards, beyond her reality TV success, has delved into several business ventures and philanthropic efforts. Her diverse career has piqued the curiosity of fans who are eager to understand the various income streams that have contributed to her significant financial success over the years.
Here is everything fans need to know about Kyle Richards’ net worth in 2024.
What is Kyle Richards’ net worth in 2024?
Kyle Richards has an estimated net worth of $100 million in 2024.
Kyle Richards’s net worth in 2024 consists of earnings from her career as an actor, featuring in a variety of television shows, movies, and reality TV. She is best known for her appearance on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.
What does Kyle Richards do for a living?
Kyle Richards is an actress and television personality.
RHOBH stars Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky revealed their separation in 2023, though their divorce is not yet final. Richards has opened up about the emotional toll this period has taken on her and their three daughters. She also highlighted the challenges they have faced as a family.
Kyle Richards’ earnings explained — how does she make money?
Kyle Richards earns money from various professional pursuits, including acting and reality TV appearances.
Actress – Kyle Richards launched her acting career at a young age, securing a recurring role on the iconic TV show Little House on the Prairie. During the 1970s, she appeared in a variety of television series such as Carter Country, Fantasy Island, and Time Express. Richards gained notable recognition for her roles in films like Halloween and The Watcher in the Woods. Richards’ acting projects also include Deadly Sibling Rivalry, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, 7th Heaven, Days of Our Lives, Love Boat: The Next Wave, CHiPs, and The Hungover Games.
Reality TV star – Kyle Richards has expanded her television presence by appearing in various reality TV shows. In addition to her long-standing role on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, she also made guest appearances on Keeping Up With The Kardashians and Vanderpump Rules.
Tensions are still at an all-time high between Jennifer and Gina on Real Housewives of Orange County. Last week’s episode ended with Gina laying into the mother of five for essentially becoming a squatter in a million-dollar mansion. This week’s episode, aptly named “Red Flags and Flag Football,” will offer the ladies a chance to get their aggression out on the field. Shannon will have to come to grips with the fact that Alexis is taking over everything she ever loved, except David Beador. And Gina will have to follow through with her tough decision of asking Travis to vacate their shared home. Here’s your Real Housewives of Orange County Season 18, Episode 3 recap.
Flag football isn’t for everyone
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Jennifer doesn’t get the idea of team spirit and brings animosity to the field. Instead of decorating her team shirt, aka Team Love, she just spent every ounce of energy trash-talking Gina. The message is clear: Don’t rent a house you can’t afford.
The moms go for round two, with Jen admitting she has never had control of her finances or a credit card to her name. She shared that Ryan has taken on her $24k debt and lent her his car. I’m seeing red flags all over this plan. I don’t need to be a psychic to know that this is not going to end well.
On the other hand, Gina reveals she is having Travis move out for her financial security. Gina explains Travis is moving out because both have been destroyed by divorce, and she doesn’t want to make a bad financial decision. But for our sleuth, Tammy Sue, the math isn’t mathing. She notes that she doesn’t know anyone who has been together for four years, only to move out. The whole situation left Gina and her fans feeling very unsettled.
Malibu broke Barbie
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Emily thinks that an athletic event is a good idea for these hostile women. “Let’s beat each other up and walk away,” the mother of three jokes. Honestly, she isn’t wrong. Leave it to Heather to show up to the beach in a fur coat. Flag on the play! Luckily, she is just the referee. Sadly, there is no designer referee shirt, but there is a whistle.
It is absolutely exhausting to watch Jen show up in full glam and still not realize what she did to Gina was wrong. As we all know, Gina is a relatively new realtor who went on a limb for her friend. Instead of being grateful for not having to go through a credit check, she would have failed; Jen doubled down while at flag football. She told the group, “At the end of the day, Gina was a woman who lived in a casita I thought she’d understand.” Jen laments, “I never knew what fear or stress was. This is a new spot for me.” Honestly, the privilege that this woman had is beyond my scope of reasoning.
Gina, who is extremely empathetic to Jen, states she is “no longer here to educate Jen on how not to be an idiot.” Fair enough. Also, not everyone is thrilled with Shannon’s quarterback costume, but it’s adorable!
Get a new gym
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Shannon is appalled that John is now taking Alexis to her gym. I get it. These women live in Orange County. You can find another gym! Alexis quips that she’ll still go unless Shannon has bought the gym. Even though Shannon is annoyed, she gets a touchdown. Score one for our girl! Well, almost. Sadly, Alexis grabbed the flag.
Emily, on the other hand, is embracing her love of the gym to the point where it might be becoming a bit obsessive. The lawyer notes that she doesn’t like to miss a day sharing; she often has an “internal battle.” There’s a lot of pressure in OC to be forever young that it can be a “mind f*ck.” Obviously Emily is scared of going backward. I appreciate how open Emily was about her struggle. But I wish Emily could be proud of her achievements, too.
He’s moving out
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Episode 3 felt very much like a filler episode. But perhaps the saddest moment was watching Travis move his stuff out of the closet. He isn’t buying the “it’s for the children” excuse. The man looks overwhelmed and frankly beaten down. Probably from the drama his ex-wife is creating. I almost shed a tear when he told Gina they’ve gone from a “one single family unit to more like adult dating.” The episode ends with Gina waving her man off as she wonders if she just made a big mistake.
This week’s finale episode, “Final: Pitch Perfect” presents the entrepreneurs with their most daunting and creative challenge yet. Here’s everything you need to know about Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars Season 2 finale!
The contestants will flex their creativity
Roman, Erica, Ali, Andrew, and Jess were still at The Grilling when Lisa and Gordon revealed their next challenge. After another brutal double elimination, the final five were prepared to give it their all.
And this challenge was a doozy. They will each create the branding, concept, and packaging for a new product, along with a campaign for social media. However, the categories that the group must focus on are pet food, non-alcoholic drinks, spirits, and breakfast items.
The entrepreneurs have 36 hours to finish their campaign. After Gordon and Lisa watch their presentations, they will select the final three entrepreneurs who will advance to the finale. With this challenge, Lisa and Gordon were testing the competitors’ natural business instincts.
Picking a category
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Next, the group met up with Lisa and Gordon at “an innovation hub” to get their creative juices flowing. The contestants could test flavor combinations and look at packaging ideas. This challenge is a real test of the entrepreneur’s ability to be unique and creative.
Andrew decided that non-alcoholic beverages that looked like cocktails would be his category. He came up with a drink that was a replacement for alcohol and had health benefits. It contained a prebiotic that used a mate extract to give a caffeine boost.
But Jess decided to stay in the spirit category, thinking of a resealable cocktail that you can take on the go. She thought that if they came like popsicles, you could rip open the top but then reseal it and pop it in your purse or pocket.
As for Erica, she also decided to go with the non-alcoholic category. She wanted to design a drink pack with three different flavors. Meanwhile, Ali was working on a dog whiskey that was healthy for pups. She felt emotional because she wanted to win so badly.
And finally, Roman’s product was a “fluffy pancake” that would have sausage, eggs, cheese, and a dash of maple syrup. This breakfast treat could be put in the microwave and grabbed on the go.
Gordon and Lisa discuss the contestants
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The group sat down at the location where they would present their campaign. And there was a box for each one, containing their products. Everyone’s products looked great, so no one felt comfortable about nailing a spot in the finale. Next up, the group filmed social media ads for the products.
Meanwhile, Gordon and Lisa discussed the semi-finalists. Gordon touted Ali’s driving ambition. Then Gordon called Andrew “a hustler” and “brilliant.” Then Lisa stated that she had “a lot of respect” for Erica. But Lisa called Jess “her shining star.” Lastly, the duo discussed Roman. Lisa felt that Roman’s age caused him to be “underestimated.” Gordon agreed that Roman had been “peaking” at the right time.
The presentations begin
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Jess was first with her three-minute presentation for Sip Strips. She was nervous about this one and flubbed her lines. After the presentation, Gordon felt the product was difficult to maneuver. Lisa noted that the product still needed a lot of work. Still, Gordon liked the flavors but wanted them to be more “discreet” and sleeker.
Then Roman’s breakfast product, Happy Risers, was served. Gordon laughed at the slogan, “The pancake handshake” and the name Happy Riser. Oh, my! Lisa and Gordon tasted a sample. Gordon said it tasted “decent” but didn’t see how it would stand out in a competitive market. In the end, both Gordon and Lisa liked it but felt it needed some work. And they felt the brand name needed to change.
Ali debuted her Woofskey Shots next. The nutrient shots for dogs featured four flavors, but Ali’s favorite was the smoky bacon. Gordon tasted it but Lisa refused. But there was a high-profit margin, and both Gordon and Lisa were impressed by Ali’s product and her pitch. But the business titans weren’t fans of the packaging.
The last two contestants pitch their product
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Next up was Erica and her product, EEEZI. This product was an artisanal beverage line that contained zero alcohol and was sold in a multi-pack which included the flavors espresso martini, passionfruit, and lychee kombucha.
Lisa thought her social media video was too long, but she liked the branding. When Gordon asked for the caloric count for each can, Erica didn’t know the answer. Gordon estimated it was 250 calories. After she left, Gordon and the Vanderpump Rules star questioned why she wanted to see a three-pack as opposed to one can.
Afterward, Erica felt very uneasy. She had a headache, was shaking, and was sweating. A medic brought her to a quiet area to rest.
Finally, Andrew made his pitch for Mocksy, his non-alcoholic drink. First, Gordon questioned Andrew’s mark-up figures. Then both Lisa and Gordon were confused by who Andrew’s target market was. They felt that he needed to pick either the health lane or the mocktail lane. Finally, Gordon and Lisa thought that Andrew’s social media presentation wasn’t buzz-worthy. Afterward, Gordon stated that none of the contestants “nailed it” with their presentations.
The Final Grilling
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The group met again for The Final Grilling. Thankfully, Erica was feeling better.
Lisa was let down that Jess didn’t challenge herself more. When Gordon asked why she flubbed her presentation, she said that she was so focused on the concept that she didn’t see the bigger picture.
Next, Gordon asked Andrew why he didn’t target his mocktail just for the health lane. But Andrew felt confident in his product. When Lisa and Gordon came to Roman, they asked him why his product would stand out, and teased him about the company name.
Then it was Ali’s turn in the hot seat. She was criticized for her social media message sounding like the pet that was featured was going to die soon. Oof. Not exactly a positive spin.
Finally, Lisa complimented Erica for taking a chance with her product. However, Gordon didn’t like her resistance to selling individual cans instead of packs.
It was finally time for Gordon and Lisa to select one contestant to promote to the finale. Lisa picked Roman, while Gordon selected Ali. The final spot would be given to a contestant that Gordon and Lisa both agreed on. And the duo decided to send Jess to the finale.
The final challenge
For the final challenge, the trio will pitch their businesses live in front of a room filled with experts from the beverage and food industry. Oh, and they are hitting the stage the following night. Yikes! No pressure!
Gordon and Lisa pointed out areas of each business that could be improved. Jess needed to think of ways to diversify her brand, while Ali needed to be more front and center in promoting her business on social media. And Roman needed to expand his business beyond Florida. Each contestant will have a consultant to help them, and they will need to demonstrate in their pitch what they learned during this business boot camp.
Of course, three previous contestants will be aiding them during this final challenge. I love it when the band gets back together!
Jess was paired up with Erica. They decided to focus on developing a sorbet. Their consultant is Julie Fisher, Chief Executive Officer of Ruby Violet. She excels at creating boozy iced desserts. Jess decided on lychee paired with rosé wine. When Lisa stopped by, she liked the flavor. During a chat, Lisa urged Jess to be herself. All Jess wanted was to make her mom proud because she had sacrificed so much to support Jess. Still, Lisa stressed that she doesn’t need to be perfectly polished.
Next, Andrew assisted Roman with his seasoned pretzel bites. George Rice, who is the Managing Director of Serious Pig, will be helping out Roman. Lisa chatted with Roman, who was feeling the pressure. She advised him to behave like an expert in his product while he pitches his product, and be confident.
As for Ali? She will be assisted by Liz. Their consultant is Olivia Tiedemann, who is a content creator and chef. She will help Ali improve her social media presence. Gordon popped in and took Ali aside. She told him that her mom, who sadly passed away, went to school in London. The two had planned a trip to London, but it was not to be. Gordon told Ali to show her personality and be feisty.
Day Two
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Before the presentation for the experts, Lisa and Gordon watched the pitches and gave feedback. First up was Roman. They advised him to walk on the stage and connect with the spectators. When Roman’s mom arrived, he was shocked.
Then Ali came up and didn’t introduce herself, so Gordon corrected her. Then, Ali turned to see her best friend, Keri, there to support her. And she brought a video message from Ali’s brother. It was an emotional moment.
Finally, Lisa and Gordon urged Jess to act naturally. Lisa suggested that she tell the story about how she had to move back in with her mom to start Whiny Baby. When Jess turned around, her mom was there. Not only was Jess crying, but so were Lisa and Gordon.
Then it was time for the presentations. Here we go!
The pitch of their lives
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Roman calmly and confidently presented Hot Box Pretzel Bites. He even gave some advice to young entrepreneurs. He did a fantastic job, and now I’m craving these pretzels!
Next, Ali presented her company, Chin Dribblin’ Asian-Fusion Sauces. Ali seemed confident and let her personality and humor shine. She talked about the loss of her mom with the audience. Then Ali debuted her new digital cookbook with her front and center in the videos. It was a fun presentation.
Finally, Jess shared that in 2020, her stepdad became ill and passed away. She explained how she moved back in with her mom to start Whiny Baby, and how the family bonded over meals and wine at the end of the day. Then she introduced the Whiny Baby Meltdown Rosé Sorbet. Another fantastic pitch from Jess.
All three contestants did an incredible job, and Lisa and Gordon needed to consider each entrepreneur’s performance during the entire competition. And then it was time for Gordon and Lisa to meet the final three competitors onstage to announce the winner.
Who is America’s Next Food Star?
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Jess Druey is the winner!
America’s Next Food Star, and the winner of the $250,000 prize, is Jess! Gordon asked Jess to say a few words. “This has been, I think we all would agree, the most life-changing journey and I want to thank both of you for your mentorship. Truly. And I want you guys to know that yes, $250,000 is life-changing for me and Whiny Baby,” Jess said. “But I also view this as a great responsibility to go and do big things and I hope I make you proud.”
Lisa responded, “Oh, you do!” And Lisa didn’t miss her chance to remind Gordon that Jess was from Team Vanderpump, so Lisa also won. Take that, Gordon!
In her final confessional, glass of champagne in hand, Jess remarked, “I’m America’s Food Star! Am I? I am! That’s like crazy!” she stated. “And I won with my mom there. It doesn’t get better than that.”
It’s been refreshing to meet Katie Ginella. The atmosphere is very cordial right now, as the Real Housewives of Orange County veterans get to know Katie. And she in turn is navigating all the existing drama in the group. One has to wonder how prepared Katie was to join these ladies. And what kind of advice did she get from her friend, Sutton Stracke?
Katie works in journalism and has a love of golf. But, choppy waters are incoming. A sneak peek shows Katie sparring with Heather Dubrow.
Sutton will have good advice having survived on RHOBH since Season 10. And not without her share of drama. But it also turns out that the duo bonded over their Southern roots.
“She was a very good ear,” Katie revealed. “She knows what it’s like to be a newbie and knows what it’s like to be from Georgia. We’re both from Georgia; we kind of bonded over that and be[ing] in Southern California, so she was great. She also knows my cast pretty well.”
Sutton shows up on RHOC this season to give support to Katie. The new Bravolebrity will be knee-deep in conflict with Heather and not managing it very well.
Drama aside, Katie is excited to share aspects of her upbringing and heritage.
“I’m most excited for them to see me navigate the group of women, being new in Orange County, seeing my family life, and my personal story,” she said. “I share a lot about my life being adopted and growing up in Georgia as a Korean in a Catholic household.”
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