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Last night’s episode of the Real Housewives of Orange County seems to have set off some fireworks both on and off the show, as cast-member Vicki Gunvalson had some harsh words after seeing the things that were said about here after she abruptly left Lynne’s dinner party.
Vicki, who seems to have developed a close friendship with fellow cast-mate Tamra Barney both on and off the show seemed very hurt and shocked by some of Tamra’s comments in last night’s episode.
Calling Tamra’s comments both rude and disgusting, Vicki had the following to say in her latest Bravo blog -
“When Donn and I were invited to Lynn’s housewarming party, I thought it would be a nice casual Sunday night dinner party and was looking forward to it. I never intended for anything to go down the way it did. I wasn’t nervous about seeing Simon; I was actually hoping we would give each other a hug and put any harsh feelings away, but obviously that didn’t happen. Simon somehow wants to blame “someone” for his marriage problems and the only one he felt he could point his finger at was me. I know Tamra was torn between Simon and myself and that I’m sure was a difficult spot to be in. HOWEVER, once I saw the footage on what went down after Donn and I left was disgusting. I guess it teaches you even as an adult, to be careful when you walk out of a room what people are going to say about you. Never in a million years would I have guessed Tamra to be so rude and disrespectful to me and our friendship. When she says she has my back, I’d hate to see her when she doesn’t have it. Guess her idea and my idea of being friends are “two different ideas” … as Donn would say!
When Tamra tells the group at the table that “I’m lacking something and [I'm] a very jealous person” made me very sad. I think everyone can agree that we ALL are lacking something and no one is perfect so I don’t know what she is referring to. The fact that she said I am a very jealous person is farthest from the truth. I am grateful for my family, for my life, and for my career, and am not jealous of anyone or anything! I wouldn’t want to be in any of those people’s lives and am completely happy with mine. She claims she is my friend? I would NEVER speak about her the way that she did about me. It was really sad to hear that come from her mouth when all I have ever done is support her and be a good friend to her.”
Simon Barney, who has spent the last couple of weeks saying some negative things about his soon to be ex-wife Tamra, has now decided to quit blogging all together, citing negative comments as being one of the main reasons.
His final blog is below -
“This week’s blog will be completely different than my past ones. I wanted to start by thanking everyone for their support and making me feel welcome as a first-time blogger. Unfortunately after much thought, I feel it is time to bring it to a close. I always told myself as soon as it turns negative, I would stop. I would have to say my blog and the comments have both shifted a little on the negative side. So, now is the time for me to focus on my kids and the next chapter of my life, whatever it might be. I also wanted to thank Bravotv.com for graciously allowing me the ability to give my spin on the show events. A final note: please don’t judge only on what you see, or think you see. Realize that we are on a reality show designed to entertain. Be nice to the rest of the cast members; they know not what you see….
So with that, I will bid you a final farewell.”
For some strange reason, something tells me passive aggressive Simon will be back to blogging in no time.
TELL US – WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON LAST NIGHT’S EPISODE? ON VICKI AND SIMON’S BLOG COMMENTS?
Unbelievable episode.
Simon clearly has some very serious issues going on and at this point he needs psychotherapy, imo. He is projecting all of his problems onto a woman who has barely had anything to do with the other Housewives during the season.
At the dinner party, he opened with negative words about Vicki, and during the party, kept going on and on and on and on endlessly about her – calling her a b*tch behind her back to the other guests.
I think by talking smack about Vicki, a hard-working woman, he was detracting from the following FACTS:
Simon “self-invited” himself to an “All Girl Weekend” and
Simon is unemployed and has been for some time and
Simon’s house had to go into a Short Sale and
Simon’s house may go to court auction if it falls out of escrow &
Simon and Tamra were, in fact, experiencing marriage problems
AND Simon wound up filing for divorce making the whole thing public on Radaronline, his BravoTV blog.
Vicki should not come to Tamra’s aid. After what happened and was said at the dinner party, let her work this through on her own.
I agree exactly with what Scarlette had to say. Simon is blaming Vicki for things that he has no right to. He’s upset, IMO, because Tamra probably aired some of their dirty laundry to her. So that makes him uncomfortable. As a friend, it’s not unreasonable to have concerns or opinions if you think your friend is being mistreated or controlled. Vicki didn’t do anything innapropriate. She’s entitled to her opinions. Why Simon feels so threatened says something about his security issues. I agree, it was tacky for Tamra to talk about Vicki after she left.
Vicki wouldn’t be my ideal friend, but I have to give it to her, she is honest and you know where you stand with her. The rest of them are a bunch of phonies.
Great Job Scarlette, you are right on point with your statments!!
I have to say last night’s episode was pretty unreal. When I watch this show it makes me truly thankful for my life. Simon I think might be psychotic. Vicki and Don would be the only castmates I would ever associate with. They are so normal and down to earth. Vicki is such a great person and they should be very proud of the family and life they created together. I find it so unreal that the castmates (Tamara in particular) criticize Vicki and Don’s marriage and think it is such an unhealthy and unhappy marriage. I think they have the most healthy marriage of them all. They aren’t dependent on eachother (and they don’t have to spend every single day together like the others…WEIRD). They are loving and trusting, they realize they both are not perfect and nor is their marriage and don’t claim it to be (like Simon). I love that they hit a rough patch and instead of opting for divorce they re-commited to eachother and renewed their vows. I hope these two go the long haul!!
I found it absurd that Alexis claimed to be a working women. To be fair, I will assume its editing however, the facts still remain. She has 3 children and 2 nannies (that the children seem to prefer over their parent’s company). I loved the scene when Alexis was “making” eggs for her and Jim (hard boiled eggs take so much work!!!) and she says the nanny is making the beds… Yeah, I can see how “taking care” of a family is so depanding for her!
Gretchen is a self righteous joke. When she called Vicki out at the dinner table saying she doesn’t understand why Vicki tells Donn he isn’t invited and “she would never say that to Slade” I wanted to puke. Obviously using a dying man for his money and cheating on him the entire time is so much more acceptable. Plus, I really don’t think Donn and Vicki say it to eachother to be mean, it’s true, I personally don’t go on EVERY SINGLE trip with my significant other and nor does he go with me. We are loving and trusting and feel it is completely appropriate to have time with other loved ones, whether it be friends or family. It refreshes us and makes us appreciate eachother so much more…
I don’t have much to say about Lynne, she was probably on another planet during this whole episode…
Tamara, is so two-faced… I think she needs therapy. I can’t believe how she would throw Vicki under the bus like that. What an evil-spirited person (and she used to be my favorite…)
It will be interesting to see what transpires throughout the rest of the season… While Vicki is my favorite, I think she should leave the show the evil women don’t deserve her company!!
Did anyone notice that Vicki is slowly but surely gaining ground in the most favorite housewife poll? I have.
Who Is Your Favorite Orange County Housewife?
Gretchen Rossi (46%, 1,286 Votes)
Vicki Gunvalson (22%, 607 Votes)
Tamra Barney (12%, 324 Votes)
Alexis Bellino (11%, 293 Votes)
Lynne Curtin (9%, 277 Votes)
Total Voters: 2,788
Good Posts Scarlette, Leslie, Chicago Abigail, Really good points.
I think Simon does not like the idea that Vicki does not like him. I think he is the type that thinks he is perfect, his life, his marriage, himself,and he knows that Vicki knows he isn’t and it kills him..Just my thoughts..
I know they all talk about each other,especially behind their backs. But I have to say I do not blame Vicki for being upset with Tamra when she saw the episode,that is suppose to be her friend, that I’m sure was very hurtful to Vicki.I know during the episode Tamra had mentioned that things were getting better, they(her and Simon) were working things out,maybe that is why she said what she said I don’t know it. It was still wrong of her, I hope she apologizes,and makes it right with Vicki
I second that emotion! Simon Barney is a drama queen. He and Tamra deserve each other. Vicki and Donn have been on the show since the beginning and I’ve enjoyed watching them but this current cast is so toxic I can’t help but wonder why they would even bother signing up for a 6th season. Clearly they don’t need the money and whatever business referrals the show generates can be made up in other ways (e.g. talk show appearances, book signings, magazine interviews, etc.). I wish Vicki and Donn nothing but the best. They are far and away the most “real” and likeable of the cast.
well first of all i have always liked tamara and viki they r my favs but i found what tamara said aweful. several episodes back tamara told her i have ur back it didnt sound that way. honestly viki is the only one working besides lynne and her cuffs job. im sorry they were hateful to viki my feelings have turned and i can say now i am a viki fan only. as far as the snoring issue hell was sitting in my recliner at home abt to fall alseep i was bored also she just kept rambling on. my marriage is like donn and vikis and it is great one. simon does have issues he is a big cry baby if it dont go his way then he has a temper tantram well grow up when us women have problem we tell r girlfriends and he is stupid to think we dont and tamara should have said simon i told her abt us viki was innocent my heart goes out to viki
Great posts everyone. CHX Abigail I totally agree. For Simon to get so infuriated w/ Vicki and not his own wife who was really the one who betrayed his trust, was ridiculous. He is doing the right thing by removing himself from the situation and the show. Now I see why he timed his divorce the way he did. He knew he was going to catch alot of flack from the way he attacked Vicki. He’s a self righteous ass. I would love to know what he’s so worried about. It’s written all over his face that he’s hiding something.
LOL at Alexis claiming she works! When they were in the car fleeing their kids, Jim was acting like an escaped convict. They spend zero quality time w/ those poor kids and it shows. They are unruly and unsocialized.
Gretchen was looking to pick a fight w/ Vicki to settle the score for embarrassing her earlier by asking her pointed questions about her financial situation that forced Gretchen to blurt out 2 more lies. Nobody is going to make Donn and Vicki feel insecure in their marriage. The rest of them can’t trust e/o in their relationships and are totally codependent.
As usual Lynn and her husband were sauced.
Simon seems like a real jerk. I can see why he is still unemployed. Who would want to hire him/or work for someone like that. He acts as though he is always right and knows everything. He needs to swallow his pride and get a job. If he is so great why isn’t he working, he needs to look in the mirror and make some changes!
Did anyone else notice when Jim told Simon that he (Simon) was doing a good job managing his marriage?
How about when Jim and Alexis went to the hotel and Jim pointed at the flamingos and said: Look at the swans. Wonder how much they cost.
Did you also notice when Jim mentioned that the suite was $2900 a night and that when Alexis wanted to split a salad, he said you have a $1000 dress and you want to split a salad. Those two are so classless and cheesy.
When Vicki made the comment at the dinner table about working, you know it just really burned all of the guys, especially Simon. Do these guys work? I know Frank was in construction, but what exactly does Jim, Simon and Slade do?
Vicki and Donn got the last laugh on that one…because they work and have jobs!!!
I am hoping this is the last season for RHOOC. It’s just not entertaining to watch the cast members slur their words, pick fights and flaunt their non-wealth. I’m over it.
Most of these people on this show are self-absorbed, materialistic and immature….
I would love to see – JUST ONE episode that shows the “housewives” throwing an auction of charity ?
A fundraiser ?
Instead we see meddling, provoking, gossiping and the misery of too many disrespectful teenagers..
.Pffft !!!
Love all the comments as always
Its difficult to watch relationships deteriorate, the ones who had it all last season, are the ones who are struggling this season, the one’s who I thought would be at divorce court [Vicky & Donn] are now stronger than ever, Simon seemed more relaxed last season, I thought that maybe he had changed, but no, and now they are divorcing, Gretchen lives a total lie of a life, loved Vicky talking to her about Jeffs $$ and Slades contribution to their family, which is non existent, Gretchen flat out lied and if she is launching a make up line? where is she getting the money for that and to afford her lifestyle, it doesn’t take a math genius to figure that one out.
A few weeks ago Gretchen was on Andy Cohens Watch What Happens, and she sits there like petting her long hair down her shoulders, that you can tell were extensions and he asked her if they were extensions and she said no, liar!!! Hair does not grow that fast, and you can tell if someone has extensions.
Alexis and Jim they make me uneasy, something about them is unsettling, Lynne and Frank very brave to let Bravo air all of their problems I really hope that things improve for them and they need to take Alexa’s phone away from her
This show was fun to watch, people doing things that most people could only dream of, now its sorta depressing, and who needs to watch that, wonder if any of these people wish that they never signed on to do this show?
They’re all a bunch of alcoholics, so it’s debatable if they represent the real residents of OC or not. I’ve met alot of hauty nutjobs from OC, but find it hard to believe that they’re all like that. My point is they don’t represent really well, and I bet most people from Newport Beach, Laguna Beach are disgusted w/ these posers. Lynn and Frank host a catered house warming party then get an eviction notice the next day and Jim’s probably in the mob. I find it hard to believe he has the brains to make any money.
I was watching the “Lost Footage” reunion episode today and Tamra said that Gretchen proposed a 3 way w/ her and Simon, and hit on Don. I believe it. Lynn and that idiot Jeana were sticking up for Gretchen. I bet they regret it now. Gretchen is loyal to no one. She’s just nasty and fake. Vicki should have asked her what exactly Slade does for ‘work.’ Gretchen would have been stammering her ass off.
Tamra is a turncoat and betrayed Vicki twice so far this season. The first time was the FL vacation and got busted for her smack again last night. She’s in for a nasty divorce.
Great comments all – Simon was definitely bringing hs “A” game drama queen schtick last night. Definitely a different persona than the way he portrayed himself in his blog after he filed for divorce. Given that this was filmed a while back, I am surprised that Tamra didn’t beat him to filing the divorce papers.
I think that Donn is the most normal of all the spouses, and while sometimes he defers too much to Vicki, he seems like a good hearted person. Vicki definitely got the short end of the stick on last night’s show, but I disagree with some of her points. She shouldn’t be surprised Tamra didn’t have her back – Tamra did the same thing when all of the others were goofing on Vicki on the boat trip from a few episodes back. Also, Vicki clearly thinks of herself as attractive (like the episode in Italy where she thought the waiter would cut her slack since she is a cute blonde) and it seems to me like she’s always been jealous of some of the more attractive women. Also, I don’t agree with her dictating that none of the husbands could come on the all girls weekend – if all five of the ladies decided to go solo that’s one thing, but it’s different if Vicki “organizes” the weekend and gives them marching orders to report without their husbands and some then have a problem with it either due to the way the travel in their marriages or mistrusting/controlling spouses.
Jim gives me the creeps, although Simon’s behavior at the party even made Jim look less overbearing. Nice move by Jim to mention on camera how much the suite cost per night – way to stay classy.
I was also surprised to see the preview for next week when Frank looks like he’s finally trying to control their family’s wild spending – he’s been pretty mellow, almost in a stupor, for most of the episodes and it’s good to see him acting sensibly.
Viki is not as bad as Gretchen or even Jeana to me. But she was clearly envious of Tamra and Simon last season. She said so on camera when they went on the couple’s trip. So Tamara wasn’t really saying anything that isn’t true. And Vicki is so self-important. She can snore when people tell stories. She can tell Tamara to pick her over her own husband. She can talk in a demeaning manner to all the housewives. I work, but I don’t go around telling everyone that I do and that they don’t. How pompous of her!
Vicki has no room to judge. She treated Don like crap last season but Tamara was not judging her then. Clearly Tamara expected the same respect from Vicki this season.
Vicki acts like a bossy pre-schooler and then she’s shocked that people don’t enjoy being around her.
How AWESOME! a bunch of catty bitches talking about more catty bitches, give yourselves a hand.
Great comments from most of you! Bottom line: Vicki has her life together and is the only one with a real job. She tells it like it is. Get a job, and you’ll live a better life in the long run.
I knew a guy that used to behave like Simon…BACK IN HIGH SCHOOL!
Alexis could’ve been right about raising children being work…IF SHE ACTUALLY DID THE WORK! What exactly did she and Jim need a break from?
Also, the only thing that I ever thought was endearing about Tamra was her friendship with Vicki last season. Well, she ruined that like she ruins everything.
Don’t get me started on Gretchen and Slade. Their 15 minutes are dwindling, and then what will Slade do?
I don’t know what to say about Frank and Lynne, but I hope they get it together since they were probably good people at one time.
S – I totally agree with you! Vicky has been a pain in the but for a long time now and she is now getting a pass?
TAT – LMFAOOOOOO TFF
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You got the passive aggressive thing right with Simon. It’s astonishing that he blames Vicki for ruining his marriage. That doesn’t make any sense whatsoever. Vicki and Tammy may be reality TV tight but they’re not besties and blaming an outsider for your own problems is never productive.
His behavior on the show was ludicrous; maybe your stellar marriage is having problems because you do stupid stuff like storming out a party telling everyone you’re done only to return and state that you only left to have a nice relaxing stroll on the beach. That you continually proclaim your marriage is strong and loving is not borne out by the fact that you filed for divorce and viciously attack the mother of your children in public forums. “Unrehensible”. I agree that it’s time Simon stop blogging.
How can it happen that Vicki is the voice of reason and Simon is more loathsome than that thing Jim? Will wonders ever cease?
Is it just me or does Simon seem more desperate and possessive? Shannon92780 and Reality Bites make great points. The Housewives of New York and New Jersey have charity benefits. Why not these? It was very difficult to watch the episode with the lengthy fighting. I have always been a fan of Tamra’s but I was disappointed with last night. She threw Vicki under the bus big time. I kept waiting for someone, anyone, to be the bigger person and just say, “I apologize”. I think they all probably have something they could have apologized for and it could have stopped the crazy, but no one took the opportunity to move forward. It was a mess that will continue into the reunion.
I think if Tamara would have kept her big mouth shut the night of the dinner party when Vicki and Simon were talking I don’t think it would have escalated into what it did. She had to keep saying stupid comments like, “are you made up or are you friends?” I am not sure what her drunk ass kept rambling about. She really seems classless and clueless. I am ready for the New York City housewives to start up.
This whole episode made me cringe. It seems that BravoTV will have to put subtitles under the wives’ conversations because they are so loaded you can’t understand what they are saying.
Now no one on this show has any redeeming quality (even spineless Donn). I believe the only reason these women are hanging onto this show is 1) it’s easy money with freebies on the side and 2) they get to advertise their businesses without spending a dime (a la Vicki – the second page of her blogs always advertise her insurance company – she is just trying to spread her experience to all you lucky people! NOT!)
The only way that Vicki will leave the show will be because BravoTV will feel that she is not “playing” with the girls. Therefore they can do without her. Your thoughts?
I gotta admit I would be sorry to see Woo Hoo Vicki and her family leave the show because they are the “real deal” unlike the other cast members who are ALL POSERS and not very good ones at that, LOL. Slade is probably hoping he and Gretchen will get a spin off show where he can sit around on his bony ass pontificating. Ewwww. Say it ain’t so Bravo!
Vicki is starting to see Tamras true colors. Too late though. What Simon and Vick do not realize is that Tamra is playing them both against each other just like she did with Vicki and Gretchen and Simon and Ryan. Tamra will soon be trying to date people Simon is friends with so her ex bf will be old news also.
Monica:
The reason why RHOC do not have charity events is because all of them, except Vicki, ARE charity cases.
I cringe at some of the things Vicki says however, she and Donn work and don’t have the backgrounds the other poseurs have.
The show should be cleansed of the fakes beginning with the Bellinos.
I think Simon was a IMMATURE A-Hole, He is a DRAMA QUEEN. My God he acted like a Big Baby, no wonder Tamra is happy away from him….I felt terrible for Vicki, she did NOTHING to deserve to be treated that way. …By Simon or Tamra, Tamra should of kept her mouth shut if she was her friend. And WTF does Vicki have to be Jealous of?? I like Tamra , cant stand Gretchen and that new Jesus Freak sl-t. ….
MARTY…you hit the nail on the head!
That was an absolute guess. I had no idea at the time!!!! I guess Tamra is that predictable!
@29, the story(Tamra dating Simon’s friend) was posted on radar on line yesterday around noon..@26 Tamra did not come between Vicki and Gretchen, they had no friendship. What do you mean?She didn’t come between Ryan or Simon ither, Ryan screwed that up all on his own. So what do you mean by she came between them.Maybe I missed something. I do not think that she is playing Vicki against Simon or visa versa, I think they ( Simon and Vicki) truly do not like each other,Vicky does not like Vicky because she makes her own money and is a career woman. Vicky does not like Simon because he is controlling.
Vicki has really become much more human this season, softer around the edges. I feel bad for her because she seemed genuinely hurt by what was directed towards her on that dinner party episode
Simon is a jerk Vicky is jealous of everyone she has major issues And there is poor Donn shet reats him like dirt.
The renewal of the vows.. she kept saying we are going to fall in love all over again Sound like she had to convince him to love her for she is so horrible and unloveable poor Donn
That woman OMG I switch over the channel when she come on and Tamra too pretty sonn ther will be no one left to watch.
Bring back the other old housewives they were not full of drama and such Bitches
As much as we all love to watch drama, I have to say I really miss the original cast. At least they were all mature and could get along!! I feel like I’m watching a show about kids in high school.
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I used to like this show but it just got too predictable. I do have to give props to Vicki. Tamara plays this innocent victim and needs someone to always take care of her, but she’s a conniving b*tch! Grow up spoiled brat! How old are you? 50s? Its time to get a life and a job. As far as Lynn’s daughter, what a rude and disrespectful child! Take her stuff away and put her on the street. Let her take care of herself!