House of Villains season 2 episode 5, titled Housewife v. Housewife, premiered on October 31, 2024. This reality TV show features standout personalities from various shows, including competitive gamers, dating show stars, and reality stars from The Real Housewives, all competing for a grand prize of $200,000.
In episode 5 of season 2, Larsa Pippen took the spotlight by nominating three fellow contestants for elimination: Victoria, Camilla, and her fellow Housewife, Teresa Giudice. This came after a week of heightened tensions, challenges, and strategic alliances.
House of Villains season 2 episode 5 wrap-up
The drama surrounding Richard's unanimous elimination continued to linger in House of Villains episode 5, as the players prepared for another round of competition. Joel started the evening with a Battle Royale Challenge with an election theme, which led to new tensions in the house.
The challenge involved passing around a ballot box that eliminated players in a series of unexpected twists. Ultimately, New York won safety in the challenge, while Larsa and Teresa found themselves vying for the title of Supervillain of the Week.
As the episode progressed, Larsa quickly shifted her focus to campaigning for votes. She asserted her competitive nature, stating:
"I come from a culture of winners."
In contrast, Teresa’s campaign strategy revolved around familiarity, telling other contestants:
"You’ve known me longer, so you should vote for me."
When the votes were cast, Larsa secured a decisive victory with a 6-1 vote, her only opposition coming from Victoria. This win positioned Larsa as the Supervillain of the Week, giving her much advantage to change the direction of the game.
The nominations
Following her victory, Larsa proceeded to nominate three villains for the Hit List. Her first nominee was Victoria, which aligned with their chaotic relationship in the House of Villains. Larsa justified her choice with a sharp comment, saying:
"There’s probably a reason I never followed you on Instagram, and there’s probably a reason I never liked you when we hung out three times socially."
Camilla received Larsa's second nomination. As Victoria and Camilla looked at each other and realized that vengeance was necessary, Larsa's choice to include Camilla signaled a change in the alliance.
However, the most shocking aspect of Larsa's nominations was her choice to include Teresa, a fellow Housewife. Initially, Larsa had discussed targeting Kandy with Wes but opted to blindside Teresa instead, marking a significant turning point in her strategy.
The fallout
In her confessional on The Traitors, Larsa explained why she put Teresa's name in the nomination. She revealed that her alliances with the Housewives previously put her in a dangerous spot, prompting her to put her game above all.
This unexpected move has left many in the House of Villains questioning Larsa’s loyalty and whether she can be trusted moving forward. Teresa's reaction to the nomination was indicative of the brewing tension, stating:
"To me, loyalty is everything, so if you cross me, I’m going to be your worst nightmare."
The implications of Larsa's nominations are likely to backfire in the coming episodes as the dynamics within the House of Villains continue to evolve.
As contestants navigate the complex landscape of strategy and competition, viewers can expect drama and twists in the following episodes.