RHOC Season 17: Who is in the cast?
BRAVO'S The Real Housewives of Orange County first premiered in 2006 and was an instant hit among fans.
Season 17 hit screens on June 7, 2023.
RHOC Season 17: Who is in the cast?
The cast of RHOC this season includes:
Shannon Beador
Shannon Beador is known as the CEO and founder of Real for Real.
She first joined the cast during season 9.
This season will see Beador try and mend broken friendships whilst figuring out who her real friends are.
Emily Simpson
Emily Simpson is known for her career as an attorney and often helps people who have been wrongly convicted in the justice system.
During this season, Simpson will take a step back from the judicial world to attend to her family more.
She first joined the cast during .
Gina Kirschenheiter
Gina Kirschenheiter is a former flight attendant turned reality TV personality.
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Additionally, Kirschenheiter has been dabbling in the world of real estate as she's currently working towards getting her license.
The Long Island native joined the cast during season 13.
Heather Dubrow
Heather Dubrow is known for her career as an actress, author, and television personality.
She previously starred on RHOC from 2012 to 2016 and rejoined in 2021.
Tamra Judge
Tamra Judge is known for her career as a businesswoman and podcast host.
She was previously fired from the show in 2020 but announced her shocking return in July 2022.
This season will see Tamra reemerge into the girl group.
Taylor Armstrong
Taylor Armstrong originally appeared in Real Housewives of Beverly Hills in 2010.
The RHOBH alum is close friends with Tamra Judge and joined the RHOC cast for season 17.
Armstrong is an actress — fans will see her navigate whether she should take up a movie deal during this season.
Jennifer Pedranti
The new season will see a new face, introduced as Tamra's friend, Jennifer Pedranti.
Pedranti is a yoga studio owner and mom of five.
This season will show how Pedranti navigates her split from her husband, Will.
Who is not returning to RHOC?
Before the start of season 17, two RHOC veterans announced they would not be returning.
The two stars who will not be returning include Noella Bergener and Dr. Jen Armstrong.
“After a wild season of ups and downs, I will not be returning to the ‘Real Housewives of Orange County,'” Noelle posted on her Instagram Story in July 2022, via .
Armstrong also posted her statement, revealing that she was "stepping away" from the show to focus on her family and her work.
How can I watch season 17 of RHOC?
Season 17 of RHOC premiered on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at 8pm ET on Bravo.
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RHOC fans can stream previous seasons on the Bravo app and Peacock.
Those who hold premium subscriptions for Hulu, Sling TV, and YouTube TV, can also watch reruns of the hit show.