The Real Housewives of Orange County (RHOC) is back for its 17th season this summer, and it promises to be full of drama, glamour and surprises. The reality show, which follows the lives of affluent women in Southern California, has been on the air since 2006 and is the original series of the larger franchise. Here’s everything you need to know about the new season, including the release date, the cast, the trailer and more.

When does The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 17 start?

The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 17 will start on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Bravo. The show will air every Wednesday for 10 weeks, with a weekly recap show on Saturdays. You can also stream the episodes the next day on Peacock.

Who are The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 17 cast?

The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 17 cast will feature six main housewives and one friend of the housewives. The cast includes:

Tamra Judge: The outspoken and fiery housewife who was fired after season 14 but is now back for season 17. She will introduce the group to a new housewife, Jennifer Pedranti, who is going through a divorce.
Heather Dubrow: The elegant and wealthy housewife who returned last season after a four-season hiatus. She will have to deal with some drama involving her former friend Shannon Storms Beador.
Shannon Storms Beador: The quirky and emotional housewife who is in a happy relationship with John Janssen but faces some challenges with her ex-husband David Beador and his new wife Lesley Cook.
Gina Kirschenheiter: The fun-loving and down-to-earth housewife who is married to Travis Mullen and has six kids. She will have some conflict with Shannon over a lawsuit involving Nicole James, Heather’s friend.
Emily Simpson: The smart and sassy housewife who is a lawyer and a mom of three. She will have some health issues that will affect her marriage with Shane Simpson.
Jennifer Pedranti: The new housewife who is a yoga studio owner and a mom of five. She is currently navigating a divorce from her husband Ryne Pedranti, who cheated on her with multiple women.
Taylor Armstrong: The friend of the housewives who is a former cast member of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. She will join the group for some fun trips and events.

What can fans expect on The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 17?

Based on the trailer (which you can watch above), fans can expect a lot of drama, laughter, tears and surprises on The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 17. Some of the highlights include:

A surprise cameo from Vicki Gunvalson, the OG of the OC who left the show after season 14.
A heated confrontation between Heather and Shannon over Nicole’s lawsuit against Terry Dubrow, Heather’s husband and a famous plastic surgeon.
A shocking revelation from Jen about her husband’s infidelity and how she found out about it.
A tense conversation between Shannon and John about their future and marriage plans.
A wild bachelorette party for Nicole in Las Vegas that involves strippers, champagne and handcuffs.
A scary accident involving Gina’s son Nicholas that lands him in the hospital.
A glamorous vow renewal ceremony for Emily and Shane that features a surprise guest.

Are you ready for The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 17?

The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 17 is set to be an entertaining summer of drama, glamour and fun. Whether you’re rooting for your favorite housewife or just watching for the gossip, you won’t want to miss a single episode of the show. So grab your popcorn, your wine and your friends and get ready for The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 17. It’s going to be juicy!

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