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    26
    Apr
    2012
    9:57am, EDT

    Atlanta 'Housewife' Kim Zolciak gets real about 'disgusting' co-star Marlo Hampton

    By Jethro Nededog, The Hollywood Reporter

    Wilford Harewood / Bravo

    Veteran Atlanta "Housewife" Kim Zolciak never wants to see Marlo Hampton "hold a peach."

    While "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" reunion specials were still airing, Kim Zolciak’s cast mate and friend, Sheree Whitfield, confirmed reports that she wouldn’t be returning to the series if Bravo gives it another season.

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    “I think Sheree is just possibly in a different place,” Zolciak, whose new series "Don’t Be Tardy for the Wedding" premieres Thursday, told The Hollywood Reporter. “I don’t know what happened -- if it was completely her decision or Bravo’s, or a combination, I don’t know that. What I do know is that she does have a lot going on and I’m going to miss her.”

    “If they are casting another housewife, then I look forward to that,” she added. “I look forward to meeting somebody new and kind of going through that, but Sheree definitely will be missed.”

    Of course, that’s how Zolciak feels as long as Whitfield isn’t replaced by season-four standout and unofficial housewife, Marlo Hampton. Clearly, there is no love lost since the reunion was taped.

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    “Marlo better never hold a peach,” Zolciak said, referring the peaches the cast holds during the opening credits. “I mean she’s been arrested seven times, clearly that shows somebody’s character. Her language and her demeanor are just disgusting. Her energy to me is just disgusting, using the 'F' word, and the gay swear is disgusting to me. That really showed me her character, and after I saw that and heard that she had said that, I just had no interest in ever getting to know her.”

    The two women really went at it during the reunion and Zolciak is still especially angry about Hampton bringing up her husband Kroy Biermann’s finances and the possibility they traded in her former engagement ring from “Big Poppa” to help pay for the one Biermann gave her.


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    “Just appalling to insult my family and it really ticked me off,” she said. “But I kept saying to myself, ‘I’m pregnant, calm down, don’t get aggravated, she doesn’t know me, doesn’t know anything about me.’ It seemed very rehearsed to me."

    “She’s just trying to create drama so she can hold a peach, which will never happen,” Zolciak added.

    "Don’t Be Tardy for the Wedding" premieres Thursday at 9 p.m. on Bravo.

    Do you think Marlo will fire back after learning about Kim's "disgusting" comments? Would the always-blunt almost-"Housewife" make a good addition to the regular lineup? Share your thoughts on our Facebook page.

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  • 23
    Apr
    2012
    2:36pm, EDT

    Kandi Burruss blasts Marlo Hampton in Atlanta 'Real Housewives' reunion

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    Cynthia Bailey was caught in the middle as Marlo Hampton (left) and Kandi Burruss (right) fought on the final installment of "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" reunion special.

    By Ree Hines

    If you thought "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" got all the feuding and fighting out of their systems during the first two parts of the reunion special, think again. On Sunday night, part three proved that the ladies of the South haven't reached a cease-fire in their war of words.

    In fact, they're far from it. On the heels of the battle between NeNe Leakes and Sheree Whitfield and the blowout between Kim Zolciak and Marlo Hampton came a matchup no one anticipated: Marlo vs. Kandi Burruss.

    It even came as a shock to reunion host Andy Cohen, who tweeted, "I didn't see this fight btwn Marlo and Kandi coming" as it aired.


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    It all started calmly enough when Kandi was reminded that Marlo once called her a "sugar mama," which Kandi dismissed as a laughing matter -- at least at first.

    But when Marlo pressed the point, asking whether or not Kandi's current main man works or if he lives with her and drives her car, the calm came to an end.

    "I wasn't even going to be mean ... but now you wanna come at me?" Kandi asked before swapping between bouts of defending her man and attempting to put Marlo in her place -- all while letting the expletives fly.

    Check out the bleep-filled scene for yourself in the clip below:

    Which "Housewife" was in the right this time? Tell us on our Facebook page.

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  • 19
    Apr
    2012
    11:38am, EDT

    NeNe Leakes' nemesis Sheree Whitfield leaving 'Real Housewives of Atlanta'

    Quantrell Colbert / Bravo

    After four seasons, Sheree Whitfield is leaving "The Real Housewives of Atlanta."

    By Peter Gicas, E! Online

    "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" star Sheree Whitfield is saying bye-bye to the series that made her a household name.

    "After four solid seasons of helping Bravo build the show into its most successful 'Housewives' franchise, I have decided to leave," Whitfield told Wetpaint Entertainment. "The direction the show is going in is no longer a fit for my lifestyle. I'm tired of the fighting and the cattiness."

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    Bravo confirmed the reality TV star's departure in a statement released on Wednesday.

    "We have enjoyed working with Sheree as part of 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta,'" it read. "We wish her all the best in the future."

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    As for what that future holds, it remains to be seen, but Whitfield said she is "already fielding offers," adding, "I want to be part of something that empowers and inspires women to not only be healthy, but to treat themselves with respect. I wish the rest of the women the best of luck."

    Are you surprised by Sheree's decision? Share your thoughts on our Facebook page.

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  • 5
    Apr
    2012
    12:39pm, EDT

    Three new 'Housewives' are ready to get real in New York

    Michael Rosenthal / Bravo

    "The Real Housewives of New York City" returns to Bravo in June with some new additions. Pictured here, left to right, are LuAnn de Lesseps, Carole Radziwill, Aviva Drescher, Ramona Singer, Sonja Morgan and Heather Thomson.

    By Us Weekly

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    Over half a year since Cindy Barshop, Alex McCord, Jill Zarin and Kelly Bensimon were fired from "Real Housewives of New York," their replacements were officially announced on Wednesday night.

    During a "Watch What Happens: Live" all-star party in Manhattan, Bravo's Andy Cohen introduced the new ladies onstage: Aviva Drescher, Carole Radziwill and Heather Thomson. All three women had been rumored as new "Housewives" shortly after the September 2011 ouster of Barshop, McCord, Zarin and Bensimon.

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    The new trio will join surviving cast members LuAnn de Lesseps, Ramona Singer and Sonja Morgan.

    Carole Radziwill has connections to American royalty. She's the widow of the late Prince Anthony Radziwill, the only son of Lee Radziwill, younger sister to the late Jackie Kennedy Onassis. She is also a former ABC News producer and a writer for Glamour.

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    Aviva Drescher is married to prominent banked Reid Drescher, with whom she has three kids. A cousin of "The Nanny's" Fran Drescher, Aviva is also an amputee, whose left foot and ankle were amputated in a grisly barn accident when she was just six years old

    With a past as an A-list celebrity stylist, Heather Thomson is the fashion designer behind shapewear line Yummie Tummie. She has two children.

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    "The Real Housewives of New York City" returns to Bravo June 4.

    What do you think of the new additions? Will you tune in for the fifth season of the show? Share your thoughts on our Facebook page.

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  • 5
    Apr
    2012
    11:57am, EDT

    New Jersey 'Housewife' Teresa Giudice: Reality TV ruined my family

    Andrei Jackamets / Bravo

    "Real Housewives of New Jersey" star Teresa Giudice claims reality TV has ruined her family.

    By Ree Hines

    During Teresa Giudice's between-seasons break from the drama on the "The Real Housewives of New Jersey," she's been busy with boardroom drama on "The Celebrity Apprentice." But she now claims that all of that reality TV angst has taken a huge toll on her personal life.

    In a recent interview with Us Weekly, Giudice said that she found the "Celebrity Apprentice" to be a "cattier" show than "Housewives," because with a star-studded bunch of strangers, "you really don't care what the other person thinks of you and if you say something, you'll just say it."

    But as it turns out, "cattier" is easier, as far as Giudice's concerned.

    In a new interview with Star magazine, she explained that it's her "Housewives" role that's really causing her problems.

    “My 'Housewives' experience has completely changed,” she said in a quote made available on Radar Online. “Jacqueline (Laurita) and I had a wonderful relationship for about 10 years. We were great friends, but not anymore. It’s so sad. We actually went through a ‘friends divorce,’ which is so hard."


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    Losing friends isn't the worst of it. According to Giudice, when her brother Joey Gorga and sister-in-law Melissa joined "Housewives" behind her back, it affected her family bond.

    “I felt deceived,” she told Star. “I haven’t spoken to my brother since before Christmas. We haven’t gone this long without talking in my whole life! I’d have to say that reality TV ruined our family, and it’s a disgrace.”

    You can catch Giudice on "The Celebrity Apprentice" Sunday nights at 9 p.m. ET on NBC. She and the other New Jersey "Housewives" return to Bravo on April 22 at 10 p.m. for season four of the show.

    If reality TV really is to blame for ruining relationships in Giudice's life, do you think she should say so long to "The Real Housewives of New Jersey" and her current spot on "The Celebrity Apprentice"? Share your thoughts on our Facebook page.

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  • 4
    Apr
    2012
    6:59pm, EDT

    Beverly Hills 'Housewife' Lisa Vanderpump to star in spinoff 'SUR'

    By Us Weekly

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    Will Lisa Vanderpump's new reality TV venture serve up even more drama?

    On Wednesday, Bravo announced the "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star, 52, will be the first cast member from the series to get her own spinoff. Titled "SUR" (after the restaurant she co-owns with her husband Ken Todd), the show will "open the salacious kitchen doors of her exclusive Hollywood restaurant and lounge."

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    "SUR" is being produced by Evolution Media, along with Vanderpump, Todd, Douglas Ross, Greg Stewart, Kathleen French and Alex Baskin. Photos from Us: Hellish 'Real Housewives' romances

     

    Though she's the first "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star to get her own show on the network, she's not the first in the franchise: Bethenny Frankel, Kim Zolciak and Kandi Burruss each have spinoffs on Bravo. Video from Us: Lisa Vanderpump (and Giggy!) vamp for Us' cameras

     

    Though Camille Grammer recently left "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills," a source close to the cast tells Us Weekly that Vanderpump is in the midst of shooting Season 3 with costars Kyle and Kim Richards, Adrienne Maloof and Taylor Armstrong.


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    Will you check out "SUR"? Which of the "RHOBH" would you like to see in a spinoff? Tell us on our Facebook page!

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  • 25
    Mar
    2012
    2:28pm, EDT

    Camille Grammer didn't want to leave 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills'

    By Us Weekly

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    Did Camille Grammer leave on her own terms -- or was she pushed out?

    As a source told Us Weekly Saturday evening, the 43-year-old ex-wife of Kelsey Grammer won't be coming back for season three of "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills."

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    The former dancer and Playboy model confirmed it herself to Us later that night at the Grand Opening of a new Blizz Frozen Yogurt at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.

    "I can't say too much at this moment, but we couldn't get it worked out," the mother of two explained to Us. "I love these girls. I really do," she said of costars Kim and Kyle Richards, Taylor Armstrong, Lisa Vanderpump and Adrienne Maloof. "I've had so much fun with the franchise, but I guess the producers and I couldn't come to an agreement."

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    Although a Grammer source had said "She just doesn't want to expose her personal life anymore," she claimed the ouster was "mutual," and if she had her way, she'd be back for another round.

    "I think I would have done it, definitely."

    Her buddies Adrienne Maloof and Kyle Richards were also at Saturday's Blizz event in Vegas -- and they're bummed about her departure.

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    "It's sad," Maloof told Us. "Together the six of us were a great combo."

    Added Kyle Richards, "It's going be sad not having her in the show. It's sad."

    One major source of comfort for Grammer in her post-"Housewives" life is hunky boyfriend of eight months Dimitri Charalambopoulos, who was on her arm at Saturday's party. "Everything is great. We get along really well," gushed Grammer, who famously dealt with Kelsey's affair with Kayte Walsh and subsequent divorce filing on season one of the show. "I care about him very much and we're enjoying each other's company."


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    Do you think season three will be as interesting without Camille? Share your thoughts on our Facebook page!

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  • 24
    Mar
    2012
    6:42pm, EDT

    Report: Camille Grammer is leaving 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills'

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    By Anna Chan

    Rumors surfaced earlier this year that "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Camille Grammer might not return to the popular Bravo reality show for season three, and now a source confirms to People that she is indeed done with the program.

    "She wasn't willing to expose her personal life anymore," the source told the magazine. "She's at peace with her decision."

    Sources also told our pals at E! Online that "this was much more of a mutual decision than hers."

    Viewers watched Camille's marriage to actor Kelsey Grammer unravel during season one, and followed her as she reclaimed her life and single status in season two.


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    In January, a show source reportedly told Radar Online it was an "open secret" that Camille likely wouldn't be back, and that producers had asked "RHOBH" stars Lisa Vanderpump, Adrienne Maloof and Kyle Richards if any of their rich pals would want to be on the show.

    At that time, Bravo told TODAY.com that they had not made any casting decisions yet.  The network has no comment about this latest news.

    Will you still watch "RHOBH" if Camille leaves? Which housewife would you most like to see leave the show? Tell us on our Facebook page!

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  • 14
    Feb
    2012
    8:52am, EST

    Beverly Hills 'Housewives' confess to real problems with alcoholism, spousal paranoia

    Kim Richards opened up to Andy Cohen on the "Real Housewives" reunion.

    By Lia Haberman, E! Online

    Viewers might have enjoyed this season of "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" but at least one 90210 TV set was turned off.

    Kim Richards' post-rehab interview with Andy Cohen finally aired last night, and the troubled reality star admitted she couldn't stand seeing herself onscreen. 

    (For anyone who missed the real-time headlines or the zillion Bravo promos running on air and online, Kim also admitted she's an alcoholic.)

    "I had so much guilt and shame for my behavior ... then I drank to cover the guilt and shame, to make it go away."

    It was a somber farewell to season two, and not just for Kim.

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    Taylor Armstrong details more of her twisted relationship with former husband Russell Armstrong. She claims he bugged her desk, house and car and had her take a polygraph after accusing her of cheating. He also allegedly spied on her and almost drowned her in a friend's pool after overhearing Taylor discuss their problems.

    And while she won't respond to Andy's question about her ex being murdered, Taylor does explain why she finally left him -- and it has nothing to do with getting kicked out her circle of Bev Hills friends. "I could have lost my eye," she says of an altercation with Russell. 

    "I was living in a very unhealthy environment, and I drug a lot of my friends into (it), and I have a lot of remorse for that."

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    Dana Wilkey gets to explain why she's such a flashy kiss-up ... after showing off her (bleep)-you heels. We're still wondering exactly who that scribble was directed at.

    "I'm two people," she tells Andy. "My mom was poor and my dad was rich." She grew up in Methuen, Mass., where her $25,000 shades are half the median household income. And then moved to New York with her dad where she rubbed shoulders with Manhattan's elite at Nightingale-Bamford prep school.

    So maybe her beef is with Lisa Vanderpump. "Your dog wears attire for every event," sniped Dana. Or Adrienne Maloof, who's "got a jet and a casino." Or Brandi Glanville, who she accuses of being a bad guest at game night for poking at Kim and Kyle Richards.

    Any which way, it doesn't look like Dana's making the ladies' speed dial list except for Taylor's.

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    Kim also holds a grudge against Brandi and swears prescription medication was all she took on game night.


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    She admits she owes the hobbled blonde an apology. "The difference is I owe her one for moving her crutches and she owes me one for basically hurting all the people I love.... One daughter just cried and another one told me you don't know how hard it is to walk down the street." 

    But since she's gotten sober, Kim says her kids have come back around, visiting or texting her every night. And while it's also repaired her relationship with Kyle, sobriety hasn't reunited her with boyfriend Ken. Kim's now living in a hotel and hasn't seen him since rehab. 

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    As for Mauricio Umansky, his relationship with sister-in-law Kim is still in limbo since no formal apology has been offered. And that's not all the "Housewives" hottie is waiting for. Apparently, he hasn't received one naked fan photo this year.

    That might change after tonight's topless montage that includes a quick flash of Mauricio's backside as he's gets ready for a massage.

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    Ken Todd also believes he's fairly attractive to women -- especially Brandi. "They want me. And that's why I wouldn't take my shirt off in case she attacked me."

    As for Paul Nassif ... well, surgical consultations are bound to increase for Adrienne's sweet but slightly chubby hubby.

    MORE: Five things to know about the "Real Housewives of Orange County" season seven!

    So, was tonight's interview with Kim enough or would you have liked to hear more about her recovery? Are you feeling differently about Dana after hearing about her humble beginnings? And are there any viewers out there hot for anyone but Mauricio? Share your thoughts on our Facebook page.

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  • 8
    Feb
    2012
    2:37pm, EST

    'Real Housewives' feud between Taylor and Brandi takes a bitter turn

    Richard Mclaren / Bravo

    The feud between "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Taylor Armstrong and "Friend of the Housewives" Brandi Glanville is heating up.

    By Ree Hines

    If you thought the women of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" saved all of their drama for the show, think again. While tensions between Taylor Armstrong and Brandi Glanville were on the rise during the recent reunion show, they've since spilled over to another show and even Twitter.

    It all began at the reunion, when Glanville slammed Armstrong over her decision to write a book "a hot minute" after husband Russell Armstrong committed suicide. On Tuesday night's episode of "Watch What Happens Live," Armstrong revealed why she thinks Glanville "went there."

    "Because Brandi's dying to be a permanent cast member on our show," she told host Andy Cohen. "So she thinks by saying explosive things, she's going to get the job."

    But if Armstrong thought Glanville's earlier comment was an attention-getting low-blow, it was nothing compared to what she had to say on Twitter after hearing Armstrong's reaction.

    "I'm not 'dying' to do ANYTHING!! But let's not forget someone did die," Glanville wrote. "P.S My mind can go alllllllllllll day!"

    Yikes.

    But there's still hope the feud could come to an end someday, at least if Glanville has anything to say about it.


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    "I always makeup up with everyone," she told one Twitter follower. "Agree life is too short."

    Can you imagine these two ever really putting their differences aside? Share your thoughts on our Facebook page.

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  • 7
    Feb
    2012
    8:36am, EST

    'Housewife' Taylor suggests her late husband may have been murdered

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    Taylor Armstrong learns what some of the "Real Housewives" think of her.

    By Lia Haberman, E! Online

    Bombs, er, Brandi away!

    There's something about the former Mrs. Eddie Cibrian that brings out the worst in our beloved Housewives. Tempers flare, well-manicured fingers are pointed and insults are flung. (Angry Spice ... um, really Kyle Richards?)

    So what's got the ladies all riled up in the second part of the "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" reunion -- other than Brandi's tiny bikinis and foul language?

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    Brandi vs. Adrienne Maloof: Despite what looked like a friendship during the second season, the women haven't seen each other since the show wrapped. Adrienne skipped Brandi's birthday party and Brandi skipped Adrienne's Halloween party. These two are dunzo.

    But their on-camera bickering also offered up the best analysis of true friendship in Beverly Hills: "You don't even return texts, you tweet me," complained Brandi. (Apparently a phone call isn't even on the table.)

    Brandi vs. Taylor Armstrong: When Brandi takes Taylor to task for writing a book about her allegedly abusive ex-husband: "It's been a hot minute," Taylor shoots back, accusing Brandi of slashing her ex-husband's tires. 

    MORE: Get a sneak peek at part two of the "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" reunion!

    But Taylor forgot who she was dealing with. There's not much Brandi the "super slut" won't cop to. "Yeah. I just took the tires and I put the knife into his motorcycle, and then I told him, 'Don't ride them, you're probably going to get hurt,'" said the self-confessed loudmouth.

    Brandi vs. Kyle: While it seemed like the two had patched things up at the end of the season, Kyle's not exactly rooting for Team Glanville. And now we know why. Brandi mistakenly texted the Bev Hills housewife, calling her the C-word, in a message that was meant for someone else. 

    "Talk about two face," says Kyle. "This is the Brandi that ... the cameras didn't always see." 

    And that's not all.

    MORE: "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" reunion recap: Lisa Vanderpump's badonkadonk is under attack

    While discussing the M.I.A. Kim Richards, Brandi joked that she may even have helped Kim face her problems when she accused her of being a crystal meth addict.

    "Do I regret saying that specifically? Yes. But the truth is she was on something and she was in and out of the bathroom all night and she's in rehab now, so clearly I wasn't wrong."  

    She was also reminded of a blog post she wrote detailing the game-night showdown with Kyle and Kim on Bravo's website: "I grew up with parents who taught me that bullying is an indefensible crime. I guess they don't teach that to child stars."

    Meow!

    MORE: Wait, what? Which "Real Housewives" star says she hooked up with Gerard Butler? 

    Then again, the sisters did conspire to hide her crutches that night, no matter how hard Kyle tried to wiggle out of that one. Even Andy Cohen had to chide Kyle when she attempted to shut the conversation down. Sorry, sister, don't mess with the moderator.

    But it wasn't just the Brandi Glanville reality hour.

    We also learned that dry wit doesn't fly in Oklahoma, according to Taylor. "I did not understand Lisa (Vanderpump's) humor, the little things she would say would bother me ... I've never had British friends. I mean I grew up in Oklahoma and there are no British people there."

    Taylor's also not a fan of dogs with Twitter accounts. "Giggy was tweeting things I didn't think were appropriate, and calling people names.... It was perpetuating a new personality for Lisa and I didn't like it."


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    MORE: "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" finale recap: "We've come out stronger as women"

    And Giggy's is still in Adrienne's (and presumably Bernie the Chef's) bad books for sipping out of her crystal goblets at the dinner table. The dog will never live that moment down. Ditto Lisa and Ken. 

    Meanwhile, we also got the scoop on the formerly hated Housewife who has gained the most ground this season. Camille Grammer is in a monogamous relationship with a man eight years her junior; she might change her name back to Donatacci after the custody battle is solved; she has made a concerted effort not to kiss any more male friends; and she's not afraid to admit she enjoys being on a show that gets better ratings than her ex-husband's ("Boss" on Starz).

    But tonight wasn't just about boy-toys and petty disagreements.

    MORE: "Real Housewives'" Taylor Armstrong to pen memoir about marriage to Russell, domestic abuse

    Andy also pressed Taylor for some more answers on Russell Armstrong, including the contents of a briefcase found next to his body.

    The files inside included information about 10 different bank accounts, an office in Rio de Janeiro and flash drives that Taylor has yet to open. "Um, he had a lot of things going on that I didn't know about."

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    She also revealed that Russell's business associate committed suicide right after her ex's death. While she couldn't prove a link, Taylor did introduce the theory that Russell and his partner might have been murdered, which she says would give her greater solace than knowing he took his own life.

    MORE: Five things to know about the "Real Housewives of Orange County" season seven!

    Are you buying the conspiracy theory that Russell might have been whacked? Did Monday night's show leave you cheering for or against Brandi? And has the new and improved Camille managed to turn you into a fan? Share your thoughts on our Facebook page.

     

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    Despite alleged abuse, 'Housewife' still loves late husband

    By Randee Dawn

    The suicide of "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills'" husband Russell Armstrong last August came as a shock. But equally shocking are the allegations of abuse from his widow Taylor Armstrong, generating even more questions about the nature of domestic violence and reality television's responsibilities.

    Taylor Armstrong of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" tells Savannah Guthrie how she dealt with her grief after her ex-husband committed suicide, and talks about her new book, "Hiding From Reality: My Story of Love, Loss and Finding the Courage Within."

    Taylor Armstrong is now having her say in a new book, "Hiding from Reality." She sat down with TODAY's Savannah Guthrie to discuss what her marital relationship was really like -- including her unraveling on this season's "Real Housewives" episodes. In their discussion, she mentioned being a victim of low self-esteem from childhood who was driven to take a polygraph test to convince Russell she hadn't been unfaithful.

    "I look at myself as someone who was clearly breaking down," she says of her scenes in the Bravo reality series. "I was trying to keep a lid on a boiling pot ... while trying to be in front of the cameras, and I could feel it was just seeping out."


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    She clarifies the impression that Russell had broken her jaw at one point, alleging instead that he "knocked my jaw out of the socket." And in that moment, she says she hit a low point: "Whenever I was on my knees over a toilet, with my jaw not in the place that it was supposed to be, there was saliva running out of my mouth, and I was thinking to myself 'How am I going to not call an ambulance? How am I going to protect him? I don't want him to go to jail. What do I do if I can't get my jaw back in place?' And just being over a toilet and the only thing I could think of was forget my jaw, I just want to protect him."

    But even today, Taylor admits she still has complicated feelings about their relationship: "I loved him," she said. "I love him to this day and I miss him terribly."

    What do you think of Taylor Armstrong's revelations? Share your thoughts on our Facebook page.

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