Bravo is reportedly gearing up for the next season of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” or “RHOBH,” and it’s said that the network is hoping to give the beloved series a major refresh. While the cast is still being sorted out, it’s rumored that some of the show’s long-running players won’t be featured. A source also claimed that the network is holding out hope that one former housewife will return.
According to a blind item sent to Bravo & Cocktails, “RHOBH” producers are “actively” sorting out the cast for season 16, but as it stands, the women likely returning are Kyle Richards, Dorit Kemsley, Sutton Stracke, Rachel Zoe, and Amanda Frances.
Producers are hoping “Coming to America” actress Garcelle Beauvais will return for the next batch of episodes after departing the series in March 2025. Don’t forget, she broke her silence about her departure with a candid video, saying that part of the reason she was leaving was to spend more time with her children, Jax and Jaid.
In a recent interview, she said another reason she left was due to the show’s drama. “A line was drawn for me that I no longer wanted to cross. I felt like my spirit could no longer do it. (It was) just drama for the sake of drama,” she said.
‘RHOBH’ Producers Want Lisa Rinna In The Mix, But Her Price Tag Is Too Large
“RHOBH” producers would reportedly love to have Lisa Rinna back in the fold; however, the source claimed that she was asking for far too much money for them to make it work.
According to a previous report from The Blast, Rinna spoke about the possibility of her returning to “RHOBH” following her exit and said she’d only do it for a staggering amount of money.
“You guys are gonna laugh and think I’m ridiculous, but I was like, ‘I might do it for $5 million,’” she said, before adding that her husband, Harry Hamlin, told her to double it. “He’s like, ‘No, 10. $10 million, you can go back.’”
Rinna left the series in January 2023, telling PEOPLE that being part of the series for eight years was a “fun run.”
Is There Anyone Else Who Could Possibly Return To ‘RHOBH’?
The insider also claimed that Bravo is looking at previous cast members to fill in as official “friends” of the group, including Kathy Hilton and Crystal Kung Minkoff.
Minkoff appeared on the show for three years as a full-time cast member before leaving after season 13. She recently spoke with “RHOA” vet Cynthia Bailey on their podcast about being open to returning.
“I’m always having conversations in general at Bravo,” she said. “But it just depends on the cast, but yeah, I think I’d be ready. I think I’m finally ready.”
According to the source, the network is also considering bringing OG cast member Camille Grammer back into the fold, as well as season 9 star Denise Richards.
Bravo Is Honoring The 20th Anniversary Of ‘Real Housewives’ With A New Season Of ‘Ultimate Girls Trip’
While fans eagerly await news about season 16 of “RHOBH,” they can keep busy with the upcoming season of “Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th.”
The program, which will follow “a group of beloved Housewives from across the years embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, making their way through some of the most memorable locations in the franchise’s history,” is meant to honor the show’s 20th anniversary.
The main cast comprises Richards, Gizelle Bryant, Luann de Lesseps, Teresa Giudice, Porsha Williams, Vicki Gunvalson, and Lisa Barlow.
Over 80 all-star housewives from the past and present will also make appearances, including NeNe Leakes, Tamra Judge, Candiace Dillard Bassett, and more!
What Do Bravo Execs Have To Say About 20 Years Of ‘Housewives’?
Bravo executive Frances Berwick spoke about the franchise’s milestone year in a previous interview and expressed her gratitude to the show’s fans and loyal supporters.
“Just feels incredibly gratifying and fun and joyous,” she said. “The fact that it’s still making people really happy to watch the show, that they love being part of this Real Housewives community, it just makes you feel good.”
