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Southern Charm season 10 premiered on December 5, focusing on Shep Rose's fallout with Craig Conover and Austen Kroll. The Bravo series revisited Shep's controversial BravoCon 2023 behavior and a tense confrontation where he accused them of ghosting him after a blackout incident in Las Vegas.
The episode, titled What Happened in Vegas, also explored Shep’s efforts to confront his drinking problem. Following his BravoCon blackout, Shep admitted to a personal turning point, leading him to a psychedelic retreat in Costa Rica for self-reflection.
While he sought support from Craig and Austen, their absence left him feeling abandoned. The tension between the trio unfolded as they gathered at Shep’s family farm, providing a glimpse into the fractured friendship.
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Southern Charm: Shep addresses BravoCon fallout
During the premiere of Southern Charm season 10, Shep reflected on the aftermath of BravoCon, describing the experience as a wake-up call. He shared,
“What happened in Las Vegas was very sobering, no pun intended."
After returning from his retreat, Shep invited close friends to discuss his struggles with alcohol, but Craig and Austen were notably absent. In a confessional filmed in March, Shep expressed his hurt over their perceived abandonment.
“After Vegas, I reached out to Austen and Craig. They sort of blew me off. That hurt more than you’ll ever know," he said.
Despite their claims of love and support during the season 9 reunion, Shep felt their actions didn’t align with their words. Craig and Austen acknowledged their decision to distance themselves from Shep, citing his behavior as a catalyst. Craig explained,
“The s—t that you did in Vegas, you chose to get so f—ed up to put yourself in that position.”
Austen echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the need for boundaries. However, Shep countered by highlighting the lack of communication, stating,
“Even if that lunch was, ‘This is how we feel and we’re gonna take a step back,’ that would be something I would’ve used.”
Highlights from the season premiere of Southern Charm
The premiere of Southern Charm season 10 balanced drama with lighter moments as Shep, Craig, and Austen met at Shep’s family farm to address their strained friendship. Despite high tensions, they agreed to move forward cautiously, with Craig adding humor by accidentally breaking a chair.
In another subplot, Shep encountered his ex-girlfriend, Taylor Ann Green, at the Carolina Cup. Their brief and awkward exchange marked their first interaction in months, with Taylor confirming in a confessional that she had blocked Shep to maintain boundaries in her new relationship.
The episode also teased upcoming challenges for Shep, as Craig hinted at continued concerns about his drinking.
“I’ve heard about some bad nights you’ve had since New York," Craig remarked, highlighting the lingering strain in their friendship.
As Southern Charm season 10 progresses, viewers can expect further developments in the cast’s relationships and individual journeys. With Shep’s efforts to address his challenges and the group navigating their evolving dynamics, the season promises more drama.
Tune in to Southern Charm on Bravo every Thursday at 9 p.m. ET, with episodes available for streaming on Peacock the following day.
