Reality TV Shakeups, Returns and Reinventions in 2025

Reality TV is buzzing with drama and returns this fall! Over in Beverly Hills, Kyle Richards and Erika Jayne are welcoming Rachel Zoe to the Housewives clan, while teasing some juicy conflicts brewing among the strong personalities. Rachel’s entrance is marked not just by stylish flair but also personal drama as she recently filed for divorce. Meanwhile, Denise Richards is also making waves with her unexpected return to the show after going through her own divorce.

Bachelor Nation royalty Sean Lowe and Catherine Giudici are keeping Us entertained even as they humorously reflect on “aging out” of the franchise, yet still relish watching their favorite spinoffs. In the world of Special Forces, Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia is hinting at a heated clash with Kody Brown, proving yet again that reality TV is never short on spicy confrontations. Elsewhere, Gina Kirschenheiter sheds light on Tamra Judge‘s emotional season filled with personal challenges, showing us the heart behind the glamour. Garcelle Beauvais, having left RHOBH behind, shares her newfound freedom and thriving career efforts, embracing her post-Bravo life with gusto. Meanwhile, in Miami, Lisa Hochstein keeps the door open for Bethenny Frankel potentially joining the cast, a move that could shake things up in the Sunshine State.

This report was produced with the help of AI tools, which summarized previous stories reported and written by McClatchy journalists. It was edited by journalists from Us Weekly.