Wednesday, December 25, 2024

Which RHOBH Stars Are on Santa’s Naughty and Nice List?

Kyle Richards, Kathy Hilton, and Kim Richards RHOBH
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As Santa Claus finishes his preps at the North Pole, he is also no doubt checking to see which Bravo stars have been naughty, or nice. I’d say many of those celebs would fall under the naughty category. During Season 14 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, there hasn’t been too much drama. Unless you count the vicious feud between Dorit Kemsley and her former bestie, Kyle Richards.

Make no mistake, these two ladies are at war. Meanwhile, RHOBH welcomed a brand-new housewife, the fascinating Bozoma Saint John. And she hit it off instantly with Dorit. Plus, Kyle’s big sister Kathy Hilton is back as a friend of the cast, as is Sutton Stracke’s good friend, actress Jennifer Tilly. All in all, this feels like a season full of possibilities. Or, as Santa would say, tons of opportunities to land on his naughty list.

So, which RHOBH stars are already on Santa’s naughty list? And who is chilling on his nice list? Let’s find out!

Sutton Stracke – Nice

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So far, Sutton has been pretty quiet for Season 14 of RHOBH. She held a bonkers Surrealism party inspired by Salvador Dali, the artist. The costumes were wild, and it was just over-the-top fun. Unfortunately, Dorit chose that moment to hit back at Kyle. It turned the conversation into a spectator sport while the two ladies screamed at each other.

During the girls’ trip, Sutton told Dorit that she was there to support her, and would even go to court with her if she and her husband, PK Kemsley, divorced. That was a wonderful offer since this twosome has a history of butting heads.

Plus, Sutton wrote up a lovely essay about sisterhood and friendship. Then, in a ritual, the ladies had their hands tied together to bind their sisterhood. Unfortunately, the ritual was a bust, as Dorit and Sutton argued the next morning on the way to the airport. Still, Sutton’s gestures of goodwill earned her a spot on Santa’s nice list.

Kyle Richards – Naughty

Kyle’s fallout with Dorit was almost inevitable. So, what happened to cause the friendship to implode? Kyle sent Dorit a text right before the Season 13 RHOBH reunion. After Dorit deemed it “manipulative,” Erika Jayne agreed. However, Kyle was furious at Dorit for exposing the text message.

Then, at BravoCon, Dorit was asked to “rate the Richards sisters” from favorite to least favorite. Instead, Dorit tried to sip her drink, which Kyle nearly knocked out of her grasp. Kyle admitted that she was “embarrassed” by the entire incident. Plus, Dorit sided with Kyle’s sister, Kathy, during the Season 12 reunion, which made Kyle angry at Dorit.

However, all of this drama put a tangle in Kyle’s tinsel, because she wasn’t prepared for an activated Dorit. “What’s happened to you?” Kyle asked. “Why are you doing that?” Dorit replied, “Because I’m not going to put up with your sh*t anymore, Kyle.” Damn, Dorit!

So, after years of allegedly icing out Dorit if she did anything that Kyle disliked, this Christmas movie queen was shocked to play defense. And let’s just say that right now, the temperature between these longtime friends is frosty at best.

Erika Jayne – Nice

Sutton Stracke, Erika Jayne, and Garcelle Beauvais on RHOBH
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I don’t know what it is about Erika this season. She is relaxed, fun, and not throwing daggers at anyone. This Pretty Mess is concentrating on her career and living her best life. It looks like some of the pain from her ongoing divorce from Tom Girardi has finally settled, and she can take a deep breath.

It was interesting to see how Erika was trying to play the role of Switzerland in Kyle and Dorit’s feud. Before, Erika would have immediately defended Kyle. However, now she was trying to get Kyle and Dorit to talk and work it all out.

Even Erika’s shade is lighter and more humorous than before. After Sutton’s friendship ritual, Erika weighed in during her confessional. “I’m sorry. Are we in cheer camp? Are we in Brownie camp? Girl scout camp?” she asked. Before, she would have lit Sutton up. It is a well-known fact that the jolly man at the North Pole appreciates a sense of humor. So, no coal for Erika this year!

Garcelle Beauvais – Naughty

On the way to their glamourous beach day, RHOBH fans heard about how Garcelle Beauvais dated Will Smith, Eddie Murphy, and Sean Penn. Plus, Garcelle, Sutton, and Jennifer were all very involved in a drinking game about sex. How merry!

Later, when Dorit and Kyle had another dinner table disagreement, this time, Garcelle chimed in. After Dorit claimed that she always acknowledges when she’s done something wrong, Garcelle disagreed. According to Garcelle, Dorit never apologizes. “And let’s be honest. I’m not your favorite person. You’re very clear about that,” Dorit told Garcelle. “Okay. Great. Then we’re on the same page,” Garcelle responded. Brrr!

However, Garcelle was not done going after Dorit. The next day, she asked Dorit why she reposted a social media post from Teddi Mellencamp if she and Teddi weren’t friends. Of course, Dorit replied that she never said that she wasn’t friends with Teddi. They just weren’t close. But that wasn’t what Dorit said.

Plus, Garcelle’s super shady confessionals landed her on the North Pole’s naughty list. When Dorit claimed that her latest drama was all about Teddi, Garcelle disagreed. “It’s not about Teddi! Although Teddi will be thrilled,” Garcelle said during her confessional.

Bozoma Saint John – Nice

Bozoma and Dorit during the RHOBH season 14 premiere
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Bozoma is a newbie this season. She is newly retired from corporate America, where she was a kick-ass marketing executive for companies such as Uber and Netflix, to name just a few. Her accomplishments are beyond impressive.

In addition, she is a widow and has one daughter. Bozoma is also a good friend of Sutton’s. Plus, her fashion is fire. She slays in every outfit, and she becomes fast friends with another fashionista in the group: Dorit. They bonded over Boz’s loss and Dorit’s separation.

Obviously, Boz has already figured out the group dynamic. None of the ladies are “direct,” and Boz will have to dig through layers to figure out what is the truth.

At first, Boz was startled by the screaming and cursing at Sutton’s party, but now she seems to have settled in with the group. Plus, she is an incredible, magical addition to the cast.

Dorit Kemsley – Nice

The Season 14 version of Dorit is new to the RHOBH audience. She isn’t afraid of anyone and is standing up for herself. Dorit put Kyle on notice that she was tired of being iced out if she did anything to upset her.

Plus, Dorit told Kyle that her comments during an Amazon Live were hurtful. As you may recall, Kyle claimed that Dorit “exaggerated” their friendship. All because Dorit had defended Kyle’s sister, Kathy.

It seemed like Kyle was stunned by Dorit’s fierce energy and refusal to back down. Dorit is also navigating a separation from her husband, PK. In the past, Dorit would have crumbled. Instead, she is honest and open about her marital struggles. Her attitude about her separation, and the implosion of her friendship with Kyle, is bold and refreshing. And that is why Dorit’s name is on Santa’s nice list.

Jennifer Tilly – Naughty

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Jennifer is one of Sutton’s besties. She is also a professional poker player and is rich. You see, she owns a piece of The Simpsons, thanks to her late ex-husband, Sam Simon.

Fans love Jennifer’s lust for life and quirky behavior. Going on a girls’ trip? You better pack that sage, just in case! Plus, she fit right in playing raunchy, sex-themed drinking games in the Sprinter van. Let’s just say that Jennifer knows a fair amount about crooked d*cks.

I love how Jennifer embraces the truth. She told Kyle that she was “kind of enjoying” the argument between Dorit and Kyle. Even if you thought it, would you say it? Probably not. But that’s why Jennifer is a riot on RHOBH. She lights up a room like a twinkling holiday display. And I have a feeling she would be offended if she wasn’t on Santa’s naughty list.

Kathy Hilton – Nice

If the pleated bucket hat makes a comeback, we will owe it all to Kathy. What I have learned about Kathy boggles my mind. She delivered suitcases packed with goodies, like beach towels and cans of Red Bull, to the cast as invites for a girls’ trip.

This box fan enthusiast told a chef how to grill lobster on a yacht. She is, as Kyle stated, “bossy.” However, she is also incredibly entertaining. She refused to use the lobster dining tools, asking Jennifer to pull it out with her fingernails instead. Well, that is … something.

Kyle also shared that she found Kathy brushing her teeth with toothpaste and her eye shadow brush. Don’t worry, Kathy. If you keep being good, maybe Santa will slip a new toothbrush into your stocking.

Real Housewives of Beverly Hills airs on Tuesdays at 8/7c on Bravo.

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Hailey Bieber’s New Personalized Ring Is a Nod to Her Son Jack Blues

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Hailey Bieber continues to honor her son, Jack Blues Bieber, in her accessory collection. Over the weekend, the model displayed her new custom ring on her Instagram Stories. A few months earlier, Hailey shared pictures of her new “JBB” necklace dedicated to her firstborn. The Rhode founder and her husband, Justin Bieber, announced the arrival of their son in August, and since then have been enjoying parental bliss while flaunting Jack-inspired accessories. 

Hailey Bieber’s new ring has a connection to baby Jack Blues

Hailey Bieber is embracing motherhood once again through her choice of luxe jewelry. On Saturday, the model took to Instagram Stories to showcase her new custom ring on her right hand. Amid her beautiful hand tattoos and nail glam, there was a gold ring that featured a pair of green and yellow gemstones. She referred to them as “Jack” and “Mama,” respectively. 

The gemstones were placed together to represent the bond between Bieber and her son. Meanwhile, the ring was custom-made by Ring Concierge, who also posted the model’s display of the ring on their Instagram page. The brand said, “@haileybieber wearing her Ring Concierge Toi et Moi Personalized Gemstone Ring, a stone to represent mom and baby.” 

It is also likely that the green gem was a square-cut peridot stone, associated with Jack’s zodiac sign — Virgo. The pear-shaped yellow stone seemingly looks like a topaz that celebrates November-born individuals like the Rhode founder herself. 

This isn’t the first time Bieber has exhibited accessory pieces inspired by her son. In October, the model showcased some personalized bling on social media. She shared a snapshot of herself wearing a gold chain with “JBB” written in bubbly letters as the pendant. Moreover, the pendant was adorned with crystals that contributed to the glistening shimmer. 

Hailey Bieber has also shared a glimpse into her motherhood journey on social media. As part of her monthly recaps, the model uploaded a family picture documenting cozy pictures of the family. The parents sported huge smiles while wearing fur coats, with the Rhode founder holding Jack snugly to her chest. 

Originally reported by Varsha Narayanan on Momtastic.

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Kourtney Kardashian’s New Cozy Photos Are All About That Festive Vibe

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As the world prepares for a holly jolly Christmas 2024, Kourtney Kardashian shared snippets of her festivities in cozy and Christmassy photos. In a recent Instagram dump, Kardashian recapped her festive season with warm and cheerful stills that capture the true essence of this time of the year. These snaps range from lit-up lavish decorations to sweet treats, comfy outfits, and the good-humored moments she spent with her family and loved ones. While the mom of four seemingly had limitless fun these past few weeks, she also shared some of this joy online, and it’s exactly what the internet needed.

Kourtney Kardashian shares cozy festive season photos on Instagram

The latest holiday-themed photos that documented Kourtney Kardashian‘s pre-Christmas 2024 celebrations are just the right amount of cozy. Her Instagram dump is all about the festive season, offering glimpses of the lavish holiday decor, Santa-coded outfits, and sweet treats among other things. It’s no secret that the Kardashian-Jenner family likes to go overboard with their flashy decorations, and the Poosh founder did not shy away from putting an ostentatious display of her lit-up house, grand Christmas tree, and extravagant decor.

In the cozy and Christmassy stills, Kardashian flaunted chaotic yet glamourous behind-the-scenes of her early festivities. The first few photos showed the gorgeous stairway decor with fairy lights intertwined with evergreen foliage, a trendy light setup, and a messy kitchen with spilled hot chocolate in the next slides. In the following snaps, Kardashian documented a Christmas theme with comfy Santa Claus sliders, candy cane treats, and an opulent rose and candle setup, combining romance and holidays in one frame.

Other photos in Kourtney Kardashian’s Instagram thread depicting Christmas 2024 displayed more holiday-themed treats. These included what appeared to be a homemade cake with all the colors of the season and a massive stack of pancakes. In one photo, the 45-year-old posed wearing a stunning corseted long dress with beautiful rose patterns while her lingerie peeked from beneath the bodice. Another hazy still showed her enjoying the festivities with joyous laughter.

All in all, the photos proved that Kardashian celebrated a couple of the jolliest days snuggling up at home and with loved ones. She concluded the post with the caption, “Festive,” topping it off with a cherry and Christmas tree emoji.

Originally reported by Nikita Mahato on Mandatory.

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Tuesday, December 24, 2024

Mary Cosby Gives Update on Son Robert Jr. After Rehab: ‘Needs To Earn That Trust’

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Season 5 of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City has shown viewers a different Mary Cosby. Early in the season, she went zip-lining. However, last season, Mary preferred to enjoy a Filet of Fish from McDonald’s in the van rather than participate in any activities. Also, this season, Mary struggled to connect with her son, Robert Cosby, Jr.

He spent much of his time in his room with his “supposed” wife. But fans saw the heartache, and pure love, of a mother for her son when Robert Jr. finally admitted that he was struggling with addiction. It was a conversation that impacted Mary’s family, her co-stars, and viewers across the country.

Now, Mary has given us an update on where Robert Jr. stands.

Mary Cosby lets Robert Cosby Jr. “learn from his mistakes”

The conversation between Mary and her son was one of the most honest, raw, and emotional moments on reality TV. She was stunned by the depth of his addiction, yet refused to “judge” Robert Jr.

During the RHOSLC After Show, Mary gave an update about Robert Jr. “He’s doing good. He did go to rehab. He was there for 30 days and I was like, ‘No! Please stay longer!’ He’s like, ‘I want to stay longer,'” she said.

While Mary is very proud of her son, she is also concerned about him falling into old patterns. “He needs to earn that trust back with me. I still don’t give him money. I don’t want him to be around the people he was around prior, and he still kind of goes around them which is unhealthy,” Mary explained, “and it just kind of scares me. ‘Cause I know that’s just like a spirit. And if you don’t get away from it, it’ll catch you and bond you up.”

However, Mary isn’t trying to control her son. “I let him learn through his mistakes. I feel like he needs time, he needs to simmer,” Mary said.

“Like, today I was getting dressed he’s like, ‘Mom, I need to get a job.’ I’m like, ‘Yeah, go get a job. Just so you can get out of the house every day and go do something. Keep yourself busy. ‘Cause when you’re just sitting around all you think about is old ways,'” she added. That certainly sounds like another positive step for Robert Jr.

Mary’s son is going to be living in the family’s Las Vegas home with his dad, Robert Cosby, Sr. Mary said that the goal is to “take him away from all the triggers that are in our home here.” And that may include Robert’s wife/partner.

Robert Jr. might not be legally married

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“Now he’s saying he [doesn’t think] they’re married,” Mary revealed. “There’s a certificate that you have to fill out once you get married, and you have to submit it and send it,” Mary said. “And you have to sign it within 30 days. If you don’t sign it, you’re not married.”

She continued, “And so I called everywhere looking for it, and he’s nowhere in the city-county building [as] married. There’s no marriage on them two.” Well, that would certainly be an answer to Mary’s prayers.

Real Housewives of Salt Lake City returns on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, on Bravo.

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Anderson Cooper Names ‘Most Annoying Thing’ About Working With Andy Cohen on NYE

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It just isn’t New Year’s Eve without Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen on our screens. The dynamic duo has hosted CNN’s New Year’s Eve Live for the past seven years. Who would have thought CNN would have one of the most fun New Year’s countdown shows? Andy and Anderson make a great pair, and that’s in part because they are actual friends. However, even friends can get on each other’s nerves. And Anderson spilled the tea about what annoyed him regarding Andy. 

Anderson Cooper says he’s worried what the “clean up” will be the next morning after working with Andy Cohen on NYE

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Although Anderson might be annoyed sometimes, he has mad respect for Andy’s work ethic. He mentioned Andy makes it look easy, but he’s “paddling really, really fast under the water.” Anderson also noted that Andy created more content than most late-night talk show hosts.

He said, “Every day when I turn on my phone, I see content that Andy Cohen is responsible for. Much more so than any late-night host.” To be fair, most late-night hosts are not executive producers of multiple shows in a franchise either. 

Regarding working together for New Year’s, the pair started in 2017. The show “switched gears,” as Andy likes to say, and added in the infamous tequila shots at the top of the hour. This loosens up the hosts and might cause a regrettable comment or two. And this can leave Anderson wondering what Andy might say next.

Anderson was on Watch What Happens Live and spilled the tea about what he found “annoying” about working with Andy. A viewer called in and said, “Hi Andy, love the show, Julianne [Moore] love the films, Anderson love … the news.” Whoever this guy is, his comedic timing was impeccable. 

He continued, “Anderson, what’s the most annoying thing about working with Andy on New Year’s Eve?” Anderson responded, “Just who he’s going to insult, and like what the cleanup on aisle three is going to be in the morning.” Andy nodded his head and said, “Fair, fair.” 

The new year is almost upon us, so we’ll see soon enough what mayhem, if any, Andy is going to cause Anderson.

CNN’s New Year’s Eve Live with Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen airs Tuesday, Dec 31, at 8/7c on CNN.

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Khloe Kardashian Goes Full Glam in Ulta Beauty Photos

Khloe Kardashian
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Khloe Kardashian is on a roll with sparkly outfits while promoting her debut fragrance, XO Khloé. The media personality recently dazzled in a striking bodysuit as she showed up at an Ulta Beauty store. The reality TV icon has been opting for gold and nude shades with hints of sparkles throughout the promotional activities of XO Khloé. This time, Kardashian maintained the theme for her latest post as she couldn’t get enough of her perfume launch in new photos.

Khloe Kardashian is visibly thrilled about her perfume launch in new photos

Khloe Kardashian dropped a new set of photos on Instagram amid promotions of her debut fragrance. The 40-year-old posed outside an Ulta Beauty store and took to the post’s caption to share that the XO Khloé is available at the chain. Kardashian added in the caption, “I couldn’t be more excited!!!!!” Meanwhile, the reality TV star looked stunning in a nude-colored full-length bodysuit. The body-fitted piece is adorned with subtle sparkly embellishments on the bodice and thigh sections. 

Some of the snaps on Instagram also showed the halterneck bodysuit’s daring tailoring, baring the sides of her chest, and low-cut design on the back. Kardashian paired the piece with a matching long silky robe. The mom of two completed the look with nude pointed-toe pumps and tinted sunglasses. Meanwhile, Kardashian rocked her signature glam and wore her caramel brown hair down in romantic waves. Besides her stunning ensemble, the Good American co-founder’s vibrant red nails also didn’t go unnoticed. 

Previously, Kardashian mesmerized fans with a series of posts to promote XO Khloé. She rocked golden and nude-colored bedazzled outfits for the campaign. Later, Kardashian continued her run and looked like a golden goddess as she wore a slinky dazzling gown to launch her perfume at Harrods in London. For her latest XO Khloé post, she undoubtedly maintained the dreamy theme. 

Originally reported by Shriya Swami on Mandatory.

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Sunday, December 22, 2024

Angelina Jolie Reveals How Her Kids Experienced Her Hidden Pain

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In a recent interview, Angelina Jolie opened up about working with her kids on the sets of “Maria.” While she loved the experience, her children got to see their mom in action, which also involved being witness to the pain she tends to hide from them. A lot of the feelings Jolie hides from her little ones, her eldest sons got to see firsthand while they served as production assistants for the film.

Angelina Jolie shares how her kids witnessed her express her hidden pain

Angelina Jolie recently sat down with BBC to discuss her experience of working with her kids while filming “Maria.” Her eldest sons, Maddox Chivan Jolie-Pitt and Pax Thien Jolie-Pitt, worked as production assistants for the film. So, they got to witness their star mom in action, portraying some of her deepest emotions that she used to keep hidden from her little ones.

The titular character played by Jolie, Maria Callas, had a lot of pain to express. While the actor’s children had seen her navigate a lot of things in life, they hadn’t witnessed her expressing her pain till she played the role of Maria. She told the outlet, “They hadn’t experienced me expressing a lot of the pain that usually a parent hides from a child.”

However, Angelina Jolie’s kids handled the experience amazingly, hugging her after her emotionally draining scenes. They also brought her cups of tea to help calm her nerves after such scenes. The mom of six is glad to get to experience the same with her children, noting that it opened up “a new way” to practice honesty with them. Being open about her emotions “in an even greater way” served as a precious bonding opportunity for the star and her little ones.

This isn’t the first time Maddox and Pax have dabbled in film production, as they have worked with their mom on her movie “Without Blood.” The director of “Maria,” Pablo Larraín, was also full of praise for the duo. He stated that they kept busy throughout the filming process and were “good professionals” on set.

Originally reported by Namrata Padhee on Momtastic.

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Here’s How Meri Brown Moves on From Kody and Flagstaff

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After 30 years of marital bliss with Kody Brown, his first wife, Meri Brown, is finally moving forward. In reality, Meri hadn’t been happy for a very long time, but she continued to stick to Kody’s side in a show of moral support. But once it became obvious that the polygamous patriarch was no longer attracted to the mother of one, she had to make some tough calls. Now, almost a year out of her marriage, the Sister Wives star is reflecting on what finally made her change her mind and embrace life as a single woman.  

Meri Brown is making moves

It turns out it is easier to leave a town like Flagstaff when you have no one there worth staying for. For the few years Meri lived there, she found it hard to make genuine connections. During a new Sister Wives episode, Meri was filmed moving from Arizona back to Utah, where her historic inn is located. And even though she might have regretted her divorce for a hot second, Meri revealed to People that she wouldn’t be sorry to go. The TLC star stated, “Nope. Not at all. Flagstaff was—it’s beautiful. We all know I love the trees. Watch any season, and you’ll know Meri loves the trees. And it’s beautiful. It really is.” But it was obvious that the city was never really Meri’s home. 

She added, “I lived there for three or four years, and I never made any friends there. It just wasn’t for me. I moved there because the family did. It was not ever on my radar, ‘Oh, Flagstaff, Arizona. We should live there.’” Sister Wives viewers will recall that Kody made the abrupt decision to uproot the family from the Las Vegas cul-de-sac in order to follow Robyn Brown’s son to college. None of the wives except his fourth, wanted to leave Sin City. 

Meri Brown is finding her place

Meri continued: “I think it’s really important to find your place, especially in this age that we’re in. We’re all in our 50s, it’s like, ‘Just find your place. Do what makes you happy.’” The rate at which Meri left Flagstaff made perfect sense, as she already owned her home in Parowan. When Meri first purchased Lizzie’s Heritage Inn, many of the Browns felt she was selfish about the family money. But Meri put those rumors to rest, too, saying, “Contrary to popular belief in my family, I did not buy it as an escape route. Just putting that out there. I did buy it because it was always a dream of mine to have my old family home back in the family, so it made sense at the time.” 

For Meri, the time finally came to separate herself from Kody and Robyn. For years, fans wondered if Robyn was manipulating Meri into staying. The mother of one shared, “Why keep living in a town where I don’t know anybody, I don’t have friends? Kody and I are completely separating. I’m not going to be a part of the family. There’s no point in me being there. And I had a house in Parowan, so let’s do that. And I gave myself two years to just settle and then figure stuff out. We’re coming up on two years.”

Meri Brown can have a fresh start

Meri has always been a hard Sister Wives star to get behind. She was never as likable as Janelle Brown or Christine Brown due to her stand-off attitude. When it came to her close friends, it often felt like she only wanted “yes men” in her corner. But if she is really going to make her move from Flagstaff work, she will have to put herself out there. Hopefully, she can embrace her new journey and stop posting cryptic social media posts because no one enjoys reading them anyway. Meri needs to wholeheartedly not look back.

Even though Sister Wives fans have watched Robyn cry her crocodile tears over the loss of her friendship, Meri has to stay strong. No amount of homemade journals can win her back. Personally, I think this is the end of an era with the TLC series. The entire family is spread far and wide, and it might just be time to put this chapter behind them. For Meri, this would mean a completely new start where she doesn’t have to live under Kody’s thumb. Good luck, M! 

You can watch Sister Wives on TLC. 

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Why Bethenny Frankel’s Review of Melissa Gorga’s Sprinkle Cookies Made Me Laugh

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Cookie Monster would be so disappointed if he knew reality stars had been fighting over cookies. Real Housewives of New Jersey enemies Melissa Gorga and Teresa Giudice have never liked each other. And they didn’t need to fight over a cookie to prove their disdain. Even Santa could have noted that the two women would be on the naughty list for a while. But here we are, almost ten years later, and fans are still talking about their epic sprinkle cookie fueed. Bethenny Frankel is getting in on the action as she rated and reviewed Melissa’s new venture. 

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My honest thoughts on Melissa Gorga’s sprinkle cookies. #sprinklecookies #cookies #foodreview #bethennymademetryit @Melissagorga

♬ original sound – Bethenny Frankel

With a heavy New York accent, Bethenny came in hot as she shared that Melissa had sent her a promo package for her new brand of sprinkle cookies. The former Real Housewives of New York star told followers, “Melissa brought me sprinkle cookies. She’s an Italian from Jersey. She ain’t scared. I said, ‘You don’t want an honest review? Don’t send ‘em.’ Guess what? Joe and Melissa, they ain’t scared.” Okay, readers, I have to admit. I enjoyed this review way more than I should have because it was entertaining as hell. 

Being a savvy businesswoman herself, Bethenny noted that she loved the personal touch of sending a card with Melissa’s face on it. B also acknowledged that Melissa went a step further as she had put “Sprinkle Cookies by Melissa Gorga” on the ribbon box, calling it a “wonderful touch.” Holding the card up to the camera, she said, “I never know who it is from. Sometimes, I toss the card. I know what this is now.”

The former Bravo star moved right along as she pointed out, “I like the box, the way that it opens. First of all, it’s aesthetically pleasing. It’s beautiful. But it’s organized. A lot of these cookie companies — Crumbl — cookies are jamming into each other. This is nice. Quadrants? I’d pay more for that.” Bethenny continued. “And I like the fact that you can see her cookies from the window. That’s aesthetically pleasing.” The mother of one also went on to compliment the co-packer, who, fans learned, is the private label baker. 

Next up was the fateful taste test. And let’s remember Tre once called the cookies “dry.” Bethenny’s one and only criticism was that Melissa’s cookies needed “more sprinkles,” but she liked the texture “a lot,” noting it was chewy with a crunch. Bethenny added, “It’s got a crisp, chew, and no sog. The sprinkles have a crunch. Some sprinkles have a wax. These sprinkles have a crunch. The taste? There’s a little almond in the back. I’m getting a little bit of a rainbow cookie in the back, and I like it because I think she said, ‘My own version of her favorite sprinkle …’ Okay, so she did her own twist. I think it’s solid. Really good.”

Bethenny Frankel’s review was actually honest

As I watched the video, I found myself smiling a lot. Bethenny is a lot of things, but she isn’t a liar. She fairly and honestly gave her opinions on the cookies. And for $29.99 for a box of 12, I didn’t want to be lied to. Bethenny keeps her shtick going and even adds her employees to the mix for yet another opinion. Even though at times, I felt like I was in the cookie version of Blair Witch due to the camera constantly jumping around, it added to the viewing experience. While I still don’t think I’d choose a sprinkle cookie as my first choice, Bethenny had me thinking.

Whether it is food, makeup, or designer clothes, Bethenny has a knack for reviewing items with a twist. I laughed hard when she introduced her helper, Vicki “who is Albanian, which is like Italian. It’s next door. And they eat a lot of Italian food.” Without a doubt, Bethenny took her review seriously, and she probably helped Melissa get a massive number of orders. I am not ashamed to say I watched this video at least three times, and every time, it gets a little bit funnier.   

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