The Real Housewives of Orange County season 18 is about to wrap up soon with the finale just around the corner. Its latest episode came out on October 24, highlighting the drama between the housewives.
As fans already know, Shannon Storms Beador, Heather Dubrow, Tamra Judge, Gina Kirschenheiter, Emily Simpson, and Jennifer Pedranti alongside new Housewife Katie Ginella returned as cast members for season 18. Moreover, Alexis Bellino, Sutton Stracke, Teddi Mellencamp Arroyave, and Vicki Gunvalson also appeared in the current season.
In the newly aired episode 16, Jenn confronted Tamra for doing a background check on Ryan. Meanwhile, Tamra claimed that Shannon was trying to get information about Gina linked to the Travis drama. Later, it was revealed that Katie was talking about Heather in a negative light behind her back and was "spreading rumors."
The Real Housewives of Orange County season 18 episode 16 was released exclusively on Bravo TV on October 24, 2024. The episode synopsis read:
"Jenn demands answers about the background check on Ryan, but Tamra explains the twisted truth as Shannon departs from the group to meet up with her daughters; Heather learns that Katie is spreading rumours about her that involve the kids."
What happened on The Real Housewives of Orange County season 18 episode 16?
In episode 16 of The Real Housewives of Orange County season 18, Tamra got into an argument with Jenn after she called Shannon a "liar" and a "drunk". Gina was quick to call out Tamra and asked her not to make comments linked to drinking. She continued that it was Shannon's " journey" and her "choice."
Tamra expressed her frustration, stating:
"Jenn came to my room and yelled at me for something that Shannon provoked. It's not a lie, you are a liar. You're a liar and a drunk. You don't remember anything you say. Go gang up on me, go ahead."
Jenn got upset with Tamra's behavior and was taking Judge's side because she had been more of a friend to her "than Tamra ever did". Soon their conversation escalated into a verbal fight and Jenn ended up asking Tamra to leave.
The Real Housewives of Orange County cast member then asked Jenn if they were cool as she had already apologized to her. Tamra mentioned what the other housewives wanted her to "take accountability for" and that she and Jenn were "good" as they had cleared the air.
Upon hearing this, Jenn responded with a "no" and added that they "were not good." During confessional interviews, Jenn's fellow cast members Katie and Heather were impressed by Pedranti for taking a stand for herself and establishing boundaries. Heather told the cameras:
"I have never seen Jenn be this loud, be this confrontational, it's actually a little impressive."
Meanwhile, Katie said:
"Jenn wants to know how to establish a boundary. Girl, I think you just did."
The finale and reunion episode will reveal further details of whether Tamra will be on good terms with Shannon and Jenn. Stream the Real Housewives of Orange County season 18 exclusively on Bravo TV every week on Thursdays at 9/8c and the next day on Peacock TV.