The 10 Best Friendships in ‘The Real Housewives’ Franchises
The world of ‘The Real Housewives’ is rife with drama, catfights, and luxurious living, but amidst the chaos, there shine beacons of genuine friendship. Here we celebrate the 10 best friendships that have graced the various franchises, reminding us that at the heart of it all, camaraderie can prevail.
1.Lisa Vanderpump and Kyle Richards (Beverly Hills) – Known for their laughter-filled moments and deep talks, these ladies showed what it means to be there for each other through thick and thin… until their friendship faced its own challenges.
2.NeNe Leakes and Cynthia Bailey (Atlanta) – A friendship that felt more like a sisterhood, NeNe and Cynthia’s bond captivated audiences until rifts eventually led to their friendship’s demise and then an eventual mending of their strong bond.
3.Sonja Morgan and Ramona Singer (New York City) – With a friendship that has outlasted many marriages on the show, Sonja and Ramona have survived numerous ups and downs, always coming back to the fun dynamic they share.
4.Teresa Giudice and Dina Manzo (New Jersey) – A testament to loyalty, these two have supported each other fiercely both on-screen and off, proving blood isn’t always thicker than water.
5.Vicki Gunvalson and Tamra Judge (Orange County) – Despite the rollercoaster nature of their relationship, Vicki and Tamra have had some of the franchise’s most memorable moments as best friends and worst enemies.
6.Karen Huger and Gizelle Bryant (Potomac) – Starting off rocky but eventually finding a unique balance between love and shade, Karen and Gizelle’s dynamic is always entertaining.
7.Bethenny Frankel and Carole Radziwill (New York City) – Their friendship was a breath of fresh air that brought many heartfelt moments before a public falling out showcased how tough maintaining friendships can be in reality TV.
8.Kandi Burruss and Phaedra Parks (Atlanta) – Before their fallout over personal matters, Kandi and Phaedra were tight-knit confidants who shared laughter, businesses, and secrets.
9.Erika Jayne and Lisa Rinna (Beverly Hills) – Known for their unfiltered communication styles, Erika and Lisa have shown viewers what a supportive friendship looks like amidst personal turmoil.
10.Stephanie Hollman and Brandi Redmond (Dallas) – Their quirky humor coupled with genuine support for one another has made Stephanie and Brandi’s bond an emblematic portrayal of real housewives’ camaraderie.
These ten friendships show that while reality TV is often synonymous with drama, it is also a platform where true relationships can flourish despite the high-stakes environment of The Real Housewives franchises.