The sweeping reality TV franchise is back and better than ever with the latest installment of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 13. Whether you love to hate them, hate to love them, or simply can’t turn away, there is an undeniable appeal of taking a look at the lives of the ultra-wealthy. Especially when it is full of drama, lies, and love.
The season will offer the customary voyeuristic peek into the personal lives, relationships, and conflict of the cast, following a suspense-filled Season 12 conclusion. However, it will also address the fallout from the Aspen drama, raising the question of how this friend group heals its wounds and comes together. A new face will be introduced to viewers, changing the dynamic of the group even if some of the housewives have chosen to leave the show totally.
The hair is perfect, the trips are planned, and the claws are out for Season 13 – here is everything we know so far.
When Is the Season Premiere of ‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’?
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 13 will premiere on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. The first episode will be released at 8 pm ET, 7 pm CT, and 5 pm PT on Bravo with episodes made available to Peacock subscribers the next day.
Who Is the Cast of ‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Season 13?
The cast of Season 13 will be a bit different from the group we saw in Season 12. The returning stars Garcelle Beauvais, Erika Jayne, Dorit Kemsley, Crystal Kung Minkoff, Kyle Richards, and Sutton Stracke will be joined by newcomer Annemarie Wiley.
Kyle’s pal Annemarie is the newest wife in town. As a trained registered nurse anesthetist, Annemarie possesses the lethal combination of education and maturity under pressure. She is married to Marcellus Wiley, the founder and CEO of the Project Transition Foundation and a former defensive end for the NFL. She has made it clear that she isn’t hesitant to express her opinions, which will either inspire admiration or dread in the other women. The beginning of Season 13 will probably involve Annemarie trying to find her position in the group and on the show because any new member of a group will change the dynamic.
Notable omissions from the season this year include Lisa Rinna, Diana Jenkins, and Kathy Hilton. Diana made the decision to skip the season’s filming since her most recent pregnancy was regarded as high-risk. She gave birth to a joyful, healthy baby in August, which could indicate her return for Season 14. However, their leaving has a little more animosity for Lisa and Kathy. They were the main characters at the conclusion of the Season 12 Aspen breakdown, despite the fact that both of them cited other opportunities as the reason for their decision.
What Happened Previously on ‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Season 12?
Where to begin? Season 12 saw the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. Let’s start with the highs then get into that finale episode.
As we watched the ladies start some of their biggest business projects yet, there was a strong girl boss vibe in the air. In order to look attractive while yet enjoying the messiness of life, Erika Jayne founded her hair extension company, Pretty Mess Hair. She has performed on stage with every kind of hair extension. She is not afraid to try any style, whether it be natural or daring, and her years of experience have helped her develop competence because she is aware of what the market for hair extensions needs.
Lisa Rinna launched her makeup brand Rinna Beauty, a sexy and chic brand inspired by Lisa’s signature bold lip. Rinna has also cited the other women in her life as the inspiration behind the brand, including her family and fellow housewives Erika, Dorit, and Kyle.
But with these career highs, there were also many personal lows. Legal trouble for Erika continues in her court cases against her estranged husband, Tom Girardi. Tom has been charged with wire fraud and embezzlement, as well as four counts of criminal contempt of court. While Erika hasn’t been charged with anything, the investigation as to her involvement is still ongoing. After 21 years of marriage, Erika filed for divorce in 2020 just as filming for Season 11 began. Alongside the legal trouble, there were cheating allegations as well as Erika’s feeling that Tom started to see her more as an employee than his wife. Season 12 showed both Erika’s strength in moving her life forward and finding joy in her independence while also accepting the difficulty of separating from someone you love.
Dorit’s house invasion in Season 12 was another unanticipated life event. Dorit had just put her kids to bed while her husband Paul “P.K.” Kemsley was out of town when a group of guys stormed into her home. Erika sobbed as she recalled being held at gunpoint and pleading for her life as she described that evening to the group. Fortunately, nobody was hurt, but it will take longer for the emotional wounds to heal. Her seeking treatment and attempting to recover a sense of safety was a significant story point in Season 12.
Now it’s time to talk about that infamous Aspen meltdown from Kathy Hilton. After countless interviews, reunion episodes, and official statements, the truth of what happened is still murky. What we know for sure is this. During a night out in Aspen, Kathy started acting weird. She repeatedly declared that she wanted to leave, but the only member of the group to accompany her back to the hotel was Lisa Rinna. Here is where the stories start to get complicated. Lisa accused Kathy of insulting several crew members, including her sister Kyle, and vowing to take down the network. One account says she snapped her glasses in half and stomped on them. What followed was a blur of accusations, social media followings, and a fracture within the group as there was a betrayal of trust on all fronts. Fans might never know what truly happened as Lisa and Diana both announced their departures from the series in January 2023. Nevertheless, the group was left in an awkward place as they entered Season 13 as they declared the goal of healing the group and strengthening their friendships.
What Will Happen in ‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Season 13?
Building trust within the group is critical after the events of last season, with trips to Las Vegas and Barcelona creating some quality time for the women to have fun together. But as seen in the trailer, things quickly get sidetracked. Season 13 seems to be centered on relationship problems of all kinds. Kyle Richards’ marriage is in an odd place this season; she and her husband are no longer together but they are also not divorced. The allegations of Kyle’s adultery, which are hinted to in the teaser, will undoubtedly be a major subject this season.
The teaser also depicts Garcelle Beauvais struggling to reconcile with her son as she has a heart-to-heart with him. Family is everything to Beauvais, yet despite her best efforts, her son claims that it is not enough. By the conclusion of the season, perhaps there will be some resolution or at least progress in the voyage.
Fresh off the heels of divorce, Erika Jayne also looks forward as she begins to reignite her singing career. But fear that the industry won’t welcome her back might just stand in her way. Hopefully, the other wives can boost her confidence and audiences can get a showstopping musical performance this season.
These plot lines and so much more will unfold in the upcoming Season 13 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.
Watch the Trailer for ‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Season 13:
The trailer for Season 13 was released on October 4, 2023, on Bravo’s official YouTube channel. With so much drama packed into just three and a half minutes, it’s safe to say that Season 13 will be one to remember.