The Real Housewives franchise has been airing for over 15 years and has had several iconic reunion episodes throughout its run. The casts of The Real Housewives franchise spend a lot of time together while filming. Conflicts are bound to happen and usually come to a boil by the time the reunion has to film. While seasons of The Real Housewives are full of drama and fights, there is nothing more intense than a reunion episode.
Every The Real Housewives show in the franchise, from The Real Housewives of New York City, which had their most recent reunion canceled, to The Real Housewives of Atlanta, had its own iconic reunion fights that fans will always remember. Reunion usually helps with a resolution, but sometimes their feuds only get worst. The reunion has even led to some cast members getting fired.
However, there are obvious moments that stand out when reflecting on what makes certain The Real Housewives reunions so iconic. While there are many to choose from, there are certain ones fans will always look back on fondly. In no particular order, here are some of the most iconic The Real Housewives reunion fights.
RHOBH Season 7
The first iconic Real Housewives reunion fight took place during The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills season 7. Lisa Rinna and Kim Richards were in the middle of an argument when Kim reached behind the couch and grabbed “the bunny.” It was a gift Lisa gave to Kim’s grandson while their friendship was in turmoil. Kim, who left after RHOBH season 5, revealed that she wanted to return the bunny because it doesn’t have the right energy. Lisa then shed a single tear and left the stage dramatically, as this proved to be one of Kim’s most bizarre moments on RHOBH. For years to come, the cast of RHOBH will reference “the bunny” and, eventually, Lisa and the cast were able to laugh about it.
RHOC Season 9
The next iconic fight occurred during The Real Housewives of Orange County season 9. In a discussion between Tamra Judge and Vicki Gunvalson, Tamra’s comments about Vicki’s then-boyfriend, Brooks Ayers, were brought up. In the heat of the moment, Vicki asks how Tamra knows what is good for her, to which Tamra then aggressively screams, “THAT’S MY OPINION,” back at Vicki. This moment has been immortalized on social media through memes and thus will always be a fan favorite and iconic reunion fight.
RHONJ Season 2
Last but certainly not least is the iconic The Real Housewives of New Jersey season 2 reunion fight between Teresa Guidice and Danielle Staub. Overall, this episode included an iconic fight that forever set the standard for Real Housewives reunion episodes. The most iconic moment happened when Danielle brought up Teresa’s family, and instantly Teresa charged toward Danielle, pointing in her face and screaming, “DO NOT BRING UP MY FAMILY.” Teresa then proceeds to scream several curse words and even shoves reunion host Andy Cohen back into his chair for trying to break them up.
The franchise rarely fails to deliver drama-filled reunion episodes with iconic fights fans love, not to mention The Real Housewives’ pettiest fights that fans cannot get enough of. These moments from RHOBH, RHOC, and RHONJ are memorable, and will never be forgotten, which is why they are so iconic. With each new season and the start of new franchises like The Real Housewives of Dubai, The Real Housewives have the potential to create more iconic fight moments at reunions.
