The series that launched a global phenomenon, Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” returns for its momentous 20th season with a supersized premiere on Thursday, July 9 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Episodes will be available to stream the next day on Peacock.
Housewives Shannon Storms Beador, Heather Dubrow, Tamra Judge, Gina Kirschenheiter, Emily Simpson, and Jennifer Pedranti return for a dramatic season as the ladies band together to face their challenges head on, testing long-standing friendships while navigating the demands of family life.
Vicki Gunvalson returns as a housewife after reclaiming her orange on-stage at BravoCon 2025.
New to the season is housewife Carmella Garcia, former Playboy Playmate of the Year and WWE wrestler, who is introduced to the group through Jennifer. She quickly connects with the women but remains bold and unapologetically outspoken.