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Brandi Glanville is opening up about how she's co-parents with her ex-husband Eddie Cibrian and his wife LeAnn Rimes. "I don’t know how we did it, all three of us, LeAnn, Eddie and myself," the former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star told Entertainment Tonight.

"We -- that’s a big thing for me to say, we. We have amazing children, Mason's 6'4," he's 16, gorgeous. Jake's gorgeous and he knows it! But they're so smart, they’re kind, they’re good people."

Brandi says as her two sons, 16-year-old Mason and 12-year-old Jake have gotten older, it's become easier for her, Eddie and LeAnn to work together as co-parents.

"I mean, it comes and goes," she notes. "We'll have a fight one week, and then we won't. But that comes with parenting two almost teenagers, [well] one teenager and one almost teenager."

Glanville says she spends most of her time driving her sons around on dates, which doesn’t leave a whole lot of time for her to date.

"I cracked a rib three weeks ago, so I haven’t been able to have sex for three weeks," she quips.

Brandi admits she's still on Tinder. "There are a few boys, men -- I’m with men," she says. "Unfortunately, my age on Tinder says 28, and we all know I'm not that, but I don't know how to change it! So, every time I match with someone, I have to say, 'You know I'm 46, right?' So far, it's working … There's been some un-matches, with the silence and un-matching. It's OK!"

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Mauricio Umansky, the husband of RealHousewives of Beverly Hills star Kyle Richards is addressing about his recent legal troubles over the sale of a $32 million mansion. "There are two sides to every story," he told Inman.

"Mine has yet to be told. It’ll be told soon and it is not affecting anybody at The Agency. It’s not affecting our daily business, it’s not affecting our operations. I don’t know one agent who has left The Agency over that lawsuit."

He continued: "If I had to do it again in hindsight, I would do it the same way I did it last time. I wouldn’t change a thing."

The Agency also provided a statement from Umansky on the lawsuit, which states that “one day my side will be told and I am very confident we will be vindicated.”

Mauricio is also sharing an update on his relationship with Rick Hilton. "We’re good. We’ve made up, we’re family. The families have made up. We’ve been good for over a year. We were definitely in a fight for a while. And it was real. But the families have made up and it was fantastic. We’ve been good for solidly over a year."

"At the end of the day, time heals everything. Eventually when you put family together for different events — Christmas, Thanksgiving, a birthday party — time eventually heals it," he told Inman. "And I think that’s what happened with us. And thank God."

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Evodia "Madame" Mogase reveals whether or not she'll star in her own spin-off after quitting The Real Housewives of Johannesburg after one season. "I think something is in the pipeline but I cannot say much about it."

"But you know Madame, what Madame wants, Madame gets," she revealed during a recent appearance on V-Entertainment. "If there is something it will show but I'm saying is they."

She added: "If I do anything, I don't need a production company. Then - the someone that will be waiting for me."

As previously reported, Evodia announced her departure from RHOJ back in May 2019 via Instagram. “Afternoon Family😀❤️It’s with great pleasure to inform you officially that I will not be part of season 2 RHOJ. Thank you so much for all the support you gave me. I enjoyed every moment with you. But memories will remain. More information will follow just watch my coming videos. ❤️❤️❤️💛💛💚😘😘😘,” she wrote.

Philly Kubheka, the Head of PR and Publicity at Mzansi Magic released a statement to DRUM regarding Mogase's exit. "Evodia publicly announced at the end of season 1 that she will not be returning to the show for season 2 to venture into other opportunities for her career. She is one of four housewives who will not be returning making her case relatively common."

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1Magic has released a brand new trailer for the second season of The Real Housewives of Johannesburg. The new series includes original cast members Brinnette Seopela and Christall Kay, who are joined by new cast members Lebo JoJo Gunguluza, Lethabo Mathatho, Mpho Merriweather, Nompumelelo Mophatlane and Tarina Patel.

The new trailer reveals more explosive fights between the ladies and well teases more what we can expect from the new cast members. Watch the new trailer below courtesy via 1Magic.

Watch the extended trailer for RHONJ Season 2 where more explosive confrontations are displayed including a drink toss and much more. Check it out below!

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The Real Housewives of Johannesburg Season 2 premieres on Friday, October 18 at 7:00pm on 1Magic!

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First photos of Joe Giudice after three years have surfaced all over the internet following his arrival to Italy after being released from ICE custody. The Real Housewives of New Jersey husband shocked fans, revealing incredible weight loss transformation.

Gia shared a screenshot via her Instagram Stories of Facetiming her father after being released from ICE, where the father of four is seen for the first time in three years in a much slimmer look.

"One of the happiest moments of my life! Love you so much daddy, so happy your free, see you so soon," she wrote.

Later that day, Gia shared another Facetime screenshot via her Instagram Stories where she and sister Gabriella as seen Facetiming with Joe, upon his arrival in Italy along with the caption, "I still can't get over this," she wrote.

"I love you more than words can describe."

Joe was reunited with his brother Pete in Italy, as Pete left the U.S. a day before to welcome his brother upon his arrival in Rome.

According to our friends Team Giudice, Joe's mother also went to Italy with Pete to welcome her son after being released from ICE to help him get settled in Italy while he awaits the final decision in his deportation appeal.

The news comes after Giudice was freed from ICE custody and flew to Rome, Italy on Friday. The 47-year-old, father of four is “free” his lawyer James J. Leonard Jr. said in a statement to PEOPLE. “He is en route to Italy right now. He spoke to Teresa and Gia from the plane and he is extremely happy to be released, more than words can describe,” the lawyer continued.

“We are still fighting and it is his desire to return home to the United States to be reunited with his family.”

TMZ was first to report his departure plans for Friday night, with sources telling the outlet that Joe flew to Rome via economy.

As previously reported, Joe was denied his original request to be released to the New Jersey home he shares with wife Teresa Giudice and their four daughters. He then filed a petition in late September to go to Italy instead. That request was approved earlier this month.

According to court documents obtained by PEOPLE, lawyers for Joe said he was hoping to get out so he could work to make money for his family.

They also stated that Joe is still hopeful his appeal will be granted, allowing him to come back to the United States. In the event that he does prevail in his case after he has been sent to Italy, Joe requests that ICE facilitate his return home.

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Stassi Schroeder explained her reasoning for taking a step back from her friendship with Vanderpump Rules co-star Kristen Doute during the Friday, October 11, episode of her “Straight Up With Stassi” podcast.

“If taking a break from someone is a bitch move and makes me nasty, then I don’t give a f–k,” Stassi explained. “It doesn’t mean I don’t care about her. I absolutely do. Sometimes you just can’t be in the same room with someone without wanting to kill them.”

Stassi also hinted at the underlying problems behind the feud. “I’m like, ‘Am I gonna look like the a–hole in this situation or is she?’ I have no idea,” she said. “I’m prepared to look like the a–hole, but whatever it is, I’m like, ‘Listen, I have to take care of my own mental and emotional health first.’”

Fans noticed there was trouble between Schroeder and Doute after Kristen was absent from Stassi and Bea Clark's engagement party. Stassi’s mother confirmed there were issues between the two Witches of WeHo when she replied to a question about Doute missing the milestone via Instagram, calling the drama “quite sad.”

“I didn’t really know all the particulars. So I was out of the loop for awhile,” Dayna Schroeder explained. “Don’t you worry, it’s like Lion King and the circle of life. ….each one of these girls will grow, change and come back to their original strong friendship bond that they’ve always had. Somethings just take time.”

Days later, Stassi and Katie Maloney were noticeably absent at Kristen’s James Mae pop-up event on Wednesday, August 7, which Scheana Shay, Jax Taylor, Brittany Cartwright, Lala Kent, Ariana Madix, Tom Sandoval and even Katie’s husband, Tom Schwartz, attended, according to Us Weekly.

“That’s a crew right there. 🌟 @jamesmae.co pop-up @gtdaveywaynes 🌻✌🏽#pumprules,” Kristen captioned a group photo from the event.

Vanderpump Rules is set to return later this year on Bravo.

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Nermina Pieters-Mekic has released a snippet of her new single “Run Through the Fire.” The Real Housewives of Johannesburg star shared a live performance clip of her performing her new single, which will be released this Friday, October 18.

"Hey sexy People! So excited to give you a piece of my new release, Run Through The Fire, in this snippet live performance of my song! Enjoy🔥💃🔥💃," she shared on Instagram, adding the following hashtags, "#christallmusic #liveperformance #runthroughthefire #rhoj #realhousewivesofjohannesburg #pop #dance #singersongwriter #club"

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Hey sexy People! So excited to give you a piece of my new release, Run Through The Fire, in this snippet live performance of my song! Enjoy🔥💃🔥💃 #christallmusic #liveperformance #runthroughthefire ##rhoj #realhousewivesofjohannesburg #pop #dance #singersongwriter #club
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What do you think of Christall's new track? Do you love it or hate it? Tell us!

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Tarina Patel is opening up about joining the cast of The Real Housewives of Johannesburg."It's really nice to be able to share. I love sharing my world, my thoughts, my ideology, my philosophy in life and here everybody gets to see what my life is like," she said, according to IOL Entertainment.

"Also I met fabulous girls so I get to have all of this fun with a new set of girlfriends."

Patel considers herself the peacemaker in the group. "I think I am the quintessential balance between the villain and the peacemaker, haha, no I'm kidding. I naturally incline towards peace. I do a lot of work in peace activism, I believe in peace on earth and I want to advocate that," said Patel.

Patel also reveals that the way she deals with haters is to "let it go".

"The lion does not roar when the sheep blah. It should be water off a duck's back. I've had years of practice, I grew up in an environment where your closest friends and family are always hating on you."

She added: "At the very inception my life was always different, I came from a different environment from those around me and people hate because they can't understand. If anything, it should fuel me on."

Patel is one of the newest cast members to join the South African series for Season 2 along with Lebo Jojo Gunguluza, Lethabo "Lejoy" Mathatho, Nompumelelo "Mrs Mops" Mophatlane and Mpho Merriweather who are joined by returning cast members Brinnette Seopela and Christall Kay.

The Real Housewives of Johannesburg Season 2 premieres on Friday, October 18 at 7:00pm on 1Magic!

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Ronnie Negus is sharing another huge milestone in her sobriety. The Real Housewives of Vancouver alum took to her Instagram Stories to reveal that's close to celebrating four years of sobriety.

"Coming up on 4 years not a single alcoholic beverage," she wrote, adding "Boozless 2020?"

She continued: "& Life has never been better!"

She then shared a positive sober quote that reads: "A sober life is boring? Yeah, I was spoon-fed that lie by advertising, movies, television and people since birth too! Being present for every moment of life is not boring, it's..."

To which she completed the quote by adding the word, "Amazing."

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Kenya Moore and NeNe Leakes got into an explosive fight while filming The Real Housewives of Atlanta and apparently, Bravo cameras captured the moment for the show's upcoming twelfth season.

“NeNe and Kenya got into a huge fight. NeNe called Kenya the ‘thirstiest person she’s ever met,’” the source told Radar Online.

The insider revealed that Cynthia Bailey came to Kenya’s defense. “Nothing has changed with Cynthia. She defended Kenya and that made NeNe mad all over again.”

“NeNe has been suspicious of Kenya for years, starting when she got secretly married and wouldn’t tell anyone the name of her husband,” the source said.

“Now that they’re splitting up, she’s calling Kenya out for being so thirsty.”

Kenya and NeNe first went at it during their cast trip to Toronto. “NeNe and Kenya have hashed out their differences,” the source said about their August fight in Toronto. “They made up in the restaurant with the entire cast present.”

“NeNe waited for the right time to call out Kenya on her marriage,” the source told Radar Online. “She wanted to do it with cameras rolling and she did.”

Last week, TMZ caught up with Moore during an event where she slammed Leakes, calling NeNe a "bully" with "very few friends."

Moore and Daly confirmed their split on September 19. “It is with profound sadness that I regret to inform my fans that I am divorcing my husband Marc Daly,” Moore said in a statement to PEOPLE. “Due to recent and ongoing circumstances, I can no longer continue in the marriage. My sole concern and focus is and will always be my daughter, Brooklyn, my miracle baby. She was made in love and true commitment. I ask for our privacy to be respected moving forward.”

Said Daly: “I have come to the difficult decision to separate from Kenya at this time. Our daughter has two parents that love her very much and in her best interests, this situation should remain as private as possible. I cherish our family’s good times together and will continue to co-parent in a loving way. Rumors, innuendo or false accusations only serve to hurt our family and will be addressed through counsel as the law permits. Please respect our privacy during this challenging period.”

Moore and Daly tied the knot in “a romantic” and intimate St. Lucia ceremony in June 2017 and immediately got to work at starting a family. They eventually turned to in vitro fertilization for help, Moore announced that she was pregnant with her first child back in March while taping the RHOA season 10 reunion.

On November 4, 2018, Moore gave birth to a girl, named Brooklyn Doris Daly, the same day as the Season 11 premiere date of The Real Housewives of Atlanta.

However, sources reveal that their split stems from Daly was being unfaithful to Moore during their marriage, according to Us Weekly. “Marc has had multiple affairs on Kenya,” the source claims. “She walked away from her career for him and he had no problem with that and no problem disrespecting her.”

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Stephanie Hollman teases what viewers can expect for the remainder of the current season of The Real Housewives of Dallas. "People are going to expect everything from D’Andra and LeeAnne, but there’s drama from other people that isn’t going to be so expected," she told AOL.

"It’s not all focused on last season, which is a good thing. We don’t want to just relive the same thing."

Stephanie then shares an example about the drama she's teasing, which will go down in the Season 4 finale. "This is the first year where, in the finale, I was expecting one thing and then it was so dramatic out of nowhere. I’ve never had that where I didn’t know what I was walking into," she revealed.

"The finale surprised me. I thought it was going to be about one thing, but then it was about drama. Something extremely different happened out of nowhere with people I did not expect. The audience will be very interested in that."

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Bethenny Frankel is opening up about her decision to leave The Real Housewives of New York City. The Skinnygirl mogul says she relied on her gut to make the tough decision. Speaking at Yahoo Finance’s All Markets Summit, Frankel said, “That morning I thought I was possibly going to go back.”

“It wasn’t about money,” said Frankel. “If I went back, it was about money, if that makes any sense. When I joined The Housewives, everyone told me not to do it and I went with my gut to do it. And when I thought about leaving, everyone told me not to leave. And I went with my gut to leave.”

“Leaving the Housewives was because I think that I just didn’t want to be at the party where my eyelashes were falling off at two o’clock in the morning, not literally on the show, which that would happen also, but the metaphorical eyelash-hanging-off party,” she said Thursday at the Summit.

“I like to leave when something for me is at its peak and I was talking to Bravo about many different things and I just decided let’s roll, it’s time to go,” she added.

Frankel began her “next chapter” when she signed a deal with MGM Television and Mark Burnett to develop TV projects. Frankel said she had already met with 10 networks and streaming services — and revealed she’s already sold two shows.

“Most of the shows are around women, business — some are around food,” she said at the event about the unscripted shows, according to Yahoo! Finance. “But mostly entrepreneurs and women. But not in a touchy-feely way but in sort of a hardcore way, if that makes any sense.”

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Brandi Glanville surprised fans when she made a cameo appearance last season of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Now, the mother-of-two is addressing rumors if she's returning to the Bravo hit reality series for the show's upcoming tenth season.

"Andy and I, we're friends," she told Entertainment Tonight. "We've talked about it. We talk about everything. It wasn't not gonna happen, and there were other things in the mix that happened. But listen, they're shooting right now. I've been invited to do things, I haven't been able to do them yet, because of certain things…"

"It has to be the right time and it has to make sense," she adds. "I know all the girls and I text with them, like, how's it going? Who's getting along? I know all the gossip! So, like, can you come to this party? Can't make it! But, like, I couldn't…"

Brandi says she plans to make at least one appearance in season 10, whenever her schedule lines up with filming. Glanville says she’s excited for the two new additions, which are Garcelle Beauvais and Sutton Stracke.

"I know Sutton, she's really sweet," Brandi told Entertainment Tonight. “I've been to some of her parties, we have some mutual friends. She's an amazing party-thrower, she's very nice. Garcelle, I've done her show, [Hollywood Today Live], and then we saw each other at Michael's when we both looked like s**t, we were both like, 'Oh god. No…' But we were in line together, so we had to say hi. But, no, she's lovely. She's gorgeous. And I'm excited!"

"I think it's nice that we have a little flavor f**king finally!" she adds.

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Teresa Giudice and her four daughters are planning to reunite with Joe Giudice, who was released from ICE custody on Friday and left the U.S. for Italy as the RealHousewives of New Jersey husband awaits the final decision on his deportation appeal.

While Teresa Giudice and the couple's four daughters remain in New Jersey, E! News reports that the entire family is looking forward to visiting Joe in Italy.

The outlet claims that everyone is very excited for the upcoming trip. At the same time, those closest to Joe just want to quietly enjoy the huge new step.

Fans of the series went wild online when photos of Joe after prison release went viral, showing his incredible weight loss transformation. Sources reveal to E! News that the father-of-four lost at least 50 pounds when he was away. "He looks and feels great," a source shared. "He did it through a combination of diet and lots of working out while he was away."

Joe was reunited with his brother Pete, who left a day before to welcome him upon his arrival in Rome. According to our friends Team Giudice, Joe's mother also went to Italy with Pete to welcome her son after being released from ICE to help him get settled in Italy while he awaits the final decision in his deportation appeal.

The news comes after Giudice was freed from ICE custody and flew to Rome, Italy on Friday. The 47-year-old, father of four is “free” his lawyer James J. Leonard Jr. said in a statement to PEOPLE. “He is en route to Italy right now. He spoke to Teresa and Gia from the plane and he is extremely happy to be released, more than words can describe,” the lawyer continued.

“We are still fighting and it is his desire to return home to the United States to be reunited with his family.”

TMZ was first to report his departure plans for Friday night, with sources telling the outlet that Joe flew to Rome via economy.

As previously reported, Joe was denied his original request to be released to the New Jersey home he shares with wife Teresa Giudice and their four daughters. He then filed a petition in late September to go to Italy instead. That request was approved earlier this month.

According to court documents obtained by PEOPLE, lawyers for Joe said he was hoping to get out so he could work to make money for his family.

They also stated that Joe is still hopeful his appeal will be granted, allowing him to come back to the United States. In the event that he does prevail in his case after he has been sent to Italy, Joe requests that ICE facilitate his return home.

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After his release, Joe Giudice, the husband of Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Giudice looked noticeably slimmer in photos posted to social media by his family. A source reveals that the father-of-four his new physique is due to the lifestyle change he underwent while behind bars for mail, wire and bankruptcy fraud.

“He lost the weight from changing his diet, working out and no drinking,” a source told PEOPLE.

Meanwhile, nutritionist and fitness expert Ray Abdwell reveals that Joe may have lost up to 70 pounds of fat.

“Given his height [approximately 5-foot-5], I would guess Joe has lost anywhere from 40 to 60 pounds of body fat,” Abdwell told Us Weekly. “It could possibly be even more, even up to around 70 pounds.”

“Joe is looking great and weight loss is tricky in this instance because he appears to have gained muscle mass,” notes the pro. “His arms and shoulders are looking more ‘swole,’ as they say.”

Abdwell agrees that Giudice looks much leaner. “Joe has lost a lot of body fat, it’s most evident in his face and his stomach,” says the nutritionist. “When someone loses a sizable amount of body fat, the greatest indicators are in the belly area and around the face, which Joe has clearly done.”

“Joe is looking amazing, his skin is looking smoother and even his eyes more bright which indicates a healthier lifestyle,” adds the Massachusetts-based personal trainer.

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Lebo Jojo Gunguluza is opening up about joining the cast of The Real Housewives of Johannesburg for the show's second season. "Firstly, I wanted to share my life as a young mom trying to blend families, which isn’t easy for families to do so in most cases," she told Dstv about joining RHOJ.

"My life as an entrepreneur and its challenges, successes and failures. I also wanted to inspire young women like myself, to prove that it is possible to have your cake and eat it too. It’s not easy but I sail on."

So what's Lebo's favorite and worst thing about doing the show? "My favourite would definitely be getting to know the other wives, just seeing life from their perspective. The worst would be spending less time on business," she shared.

As for which was her favorite Season 1 cast member, she said: "Next Question, haha… okay I would say Lendy and Chrissie, just watching these two would make my stomach hurt."

Lebo explains why she wants people to tune in to RHOJ. "I would say “Forget Season 1” hahaha, okay jokes aside. I would want for people to just watch Season 2 and enjoy it."

As for her favorite oversees Housewives? "Lisa Vanderpump. I would say I just admire how she and her husband are running such a thriving empire," she told Dstv. "I really look up to, or let’s say draw my inspiration from, couples that build together, and that’s because my husband and I are also business partners."

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Lethabo ‘Lejoy’ Mathatho is an actress, a radio presenter, a producer, a philanthropist and the newest cast member to join the second season of The Real Housewives of Johannesburg. Lejoy is teasing what viewers can expect from her and why she decided to join the 1Magic hit reality series.

"For me, it was really to inspire young men and women from where I was born (Limpopo) to simply say: “dream it and you can achieve it”. I want them to see where I came from, and walk with me through the challenges of life, and see how much of a dreamer and hard worker I am and how I am living my dream," she told DStv about joining RHOJ. "That should be courage for them to say “it is possible”. My life is a movie, what better way to show it than on a reality show?"

When asked what is her favorite and worst part about being on the show, Lejoy said: "My favourite is getting to see myself grow from strength to strength and getting to know how to stand up and protect myself. It’s also getting to know that I am good enough, regardless of who is in the room. Just owning my worth."

Lejoy makes it clear that she and her castmates don't get to see the episodes ahead of the public, unlike the American Housewives, who get to preview the episodes ahead of time.

"I wish I could have a seat in the editors room, so I can say: “Not that ... please remove that ... oh damn that sounds good!” - just like I do with my talk show and other programmes I produce," she said. "But unfortunately, with Housewives I have to wait like all South Africans and watch episode by episode on Fridays."

Mathatho then shared her thoughts on the first season of RHOJ. "I closely observed the dynamic of each cast member and they all brought a different personality. Let’s just say I laughed, I cried, I got shocked, I was amazed and I jumped off my seat watching the first season," she told DStv.

She shares if filming impacted her life and if her husband and kids enjoyed the experience. "Not much because I was just living my life and they were filming it. This question reminds me of my quote: “it’s only when I have the microphone in my hands and camera on my face, that I become my true self”."

So which oversees Housewives does she most idenity with? "With so many different Housewives from all over the world, it’s difficult to pick and choose because I learn a lot from different individuals really," she explained. "Each one has weaknesses and strengths that I can relate to as a human being, but I would like to dine with NeNe and Kenya from Real Housewives of Atlanta."

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Christall Kay is returning to The Real Housewives of Johannesburg for a second season along with her co-star Brinnette Seopela, who will be joined by five new cast members. Now, the "Wonder" singer explains why she decided to return to the 1Magic hit reality series and what they can expect and much more!

"I believe in reality TV, and I love the franchise. Season 1 was very challenging for me, but through having the platform I got to see what a positive influence I could have on so many people," she told DStv about why she decided to appear on both seasons of RHOJ.

Despite feuding with Evodia "Madame" Mogase last season, Christall admits that Madame was her favorite housewife. "Evodia was definitely my favourite Housewife. She was my foe more than my friend, but she made the show exciting."

Kay also addresses the misconception people get about RHOJ. "There are many misconceptions people have about the show, especially that it is scripted, which it is absolutely not. If you act on this show, it shows immediately. Another big one is that if you are rich you have a perfect life," she explained. "Reality shows – Real Housewives in particular – depict glamorous, beautiful women in different settings, sometimes in the most vulnerable way where they are brave enough to reveal their worst frailties, which goes to show we are all human. The viewer can identify with this and be comforted in the fact that some of their biggest role models also have weaknesses."

So how challenging has filming been for Christall? "The filming schedule is intense, with mostly two scenes per day. Your loved ones definitely have to understand that you can’t be around all that much, but at least a season’s shooting lasts only for about two months."

As for her favorite and worst thing about doing the show, she said: "The best part of the show for me is being able to speak your truth according to your opinion and experience, and what you feel is right in each situation," she told DStv. "It is a powerful place to be in when you have so many fans watching your every move. The worst part of the show is when you are brave enough to expose your weaknesses and be real, and people or your haters criticise and use them against you."

As for her favorite oversees Housewive? "It has to be Denise Richards from the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills."

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According to a new report, Teresa Giudice is getting a huge paycheck to film her reunion with her Joe Giudice for the upcoming tenth season of The RealHousewives of New Jersey. If you recall, the father-of-four was released from ICE custody last week and left the U.S. for Italy as he awaits the final decision on his deportation appeal.

“Teresa is getting a huge paycheck to take the girls to Italy and film the reunion with Joe,” the insider told Radar Online. “She’s going the first week in November with the girls, and the RHONJ cameras too.”

“Teresa is getting around six figures to film these extra scenes with Joe in Italy.”

E! News reported that Teresa and her daughters are looking forward to visiting Joe in Italy. The outlet claims that everyone is very excited for the upcoming trip. At the same time, those closest to Joe just want to quietly enjoy the huge new step.

Fans of the series went wild online when photos of Joe after prison release went viral, showing his incredible weight loss transformation. Sources reveal to E! News that the father-of-four lost at least 50 pounds when he was away. "He looks and feels great," a source shared. "He did it through a combination of diet and lots of working out while he was away."

Joe was reunited with his brother Pete, who left a day before to welcome him upon his arrival in Rome. According to our friends Team Giudice, Joe's mother also went to Italy with Pete to welcome her son after being released from ICE to help him get settled in Italy while he awaits the final decision in his deportation appeal.

The news comes after Giudice was freed from ICE custody and flew to Rome, Italy on Friday. The 47-year-old, father of four is “free” his lawyer James J. Leonard Jr. said in a statement to PEOPLE. “He is en route to Italy right now. He spoke to Teresa and Gia from the plane and he is extremely happy to be released, more than words can describe,” the lawyer continued.

“We are still fighting and it is his desire to return home to the United States to be reunited with his family.”

TMZ was first to report his departure plans for Friday night, with sources telling the outlet that Joe flew to Rome via economy.

As previously reported, Joe was denied his original request to be released to the New Jersey home he shares with wife Teresa Giudice and their four daughters. He then filed a petition in late September to go to Italy instead. That request was approved earlier this month.

According to court documents obtained by PEOPLE, lawyers for Joe said he was hoping to get out so he could work to make money for his family.

They also stated that Joe is still hopeful his appeal will be granted, allowing him to come back to the United States. In the event that he does prevail in his case after he has been sent to Italy, Joe requests that ICE facilitate his return home.

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Brandi Glanville explains why she's defending Real Housewives of Orange County star Kelly Dodd against the Tres Amigas (Shannon Beador, Tamra Judge and Vicki Gunvalson) and weighs in on Lisa Vanderpump's Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' exit.

"I think that she has so much going on herself, she doesn't really fit in with the girls anymore," she told Entertainment Tonight about LVP quitting RHOBH. "She's not getting in a bikini and jumping off cliffs. She's at the next chapter, and she has everything."

"And it's not fun to watch someone that you used to love kinda go down, no matter what we went through," she adds. "It's not fun to watch. But no, I just feel like that chapter's closed."

Glanville then shares her thoughts on Kelly Dodd's feud with the Tres Amigas on the current season of RHOC.

"I feel bad for Kelly, to be honest," Brandi says. "I just feel like they're all using her, to go after her so she reacts, so [they’ll] have a storyline."

"Kelly and I have been friends for many years, to be honest, and people did not know that," she shares. "We understand each other because we are the person that everyone goes after just to get a reaction. So, it's like if you want to have a storyline, go after Kelly, because [she's] gonna give you this explosive, craziness. So, I understand her position in a group of women who don't want to share their lives, so they'd rather go after her, so she looks like the bad guy because she reacts the same way I react! So, I understand her, but we've been friends for years."

"We've had these deep conversations," she told Entertainment Tonight. "I'm like, 'Girl, don't react.' She's like, 'You don't react!' I'm like... well, if that was possible, would've done that. But, they have our number and we're not changing it, so it's an easy out."

Glanville and Dodd are set to appear in an upcoming episode of Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen.

"I said, if we don't end up in jail, we'll be there," Brandi jokes. "Honestly, together, we get along so well. I spent the night at her place in Newport and all that. We don't get in fights with each other. She's nice to people, which is very important to me. A lot of these women on these shows think they're like Brad and Angie, and you're like, 'Oh, you're just being rude to people for no reason?!' She's a lovely f**king -- she's a lovely human being, and it's important."

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