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Apollo Nida Releasing Tell-All Book Before Going To Prison!

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Apollo Nida is just days away from beginning his eight years jail sentence for identity and fraud charges, and according to TMZThe Real Housewives of Atlanta hubby and father of two is planning on releasing a memoir before going to jail.

The site is also reporting that Nida teamed with multiple ghost writers to help him complete the book. The book reportedly will focusing on his life, his upbringing, the events that led him to prison, his marraige to RHOA Phaedra Parks.

TMZ is also reporting that Apollo already shot the book cover and that he is ready to face the new chapter in his life.

What are your thoughts? Tell us!

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PHOTOS: Real Housewives Of Melbourne Star Pettifleur Berenger Lists Malvern East Property For $6 Million!

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Pettifleur Berenger is currently busy filming the second season of The Real Housewives Of Melbourne, but Berenger isn't letting reality television slow down her career, the property developer has listed a set of seven luxurious apartments for sale in Melbourne's Malvern East for $6 million.

Manuela Pless-Bennett and Greg Herman of Sotheby's International Realty are suggesting an estimated 4% plus rental return for any investor or self-managed superannuation fund buyer. Side note, Manuela Pless-Bennett is rumored to appear on the new season of The Real Housewives of Melbourne as a "friend of the housewives."

Offers closes on September 18.

Check out photos of the property courtesy of Property Observer










The 913 square metre holding was bought in 2008 for $1.2 million By FJP Pty Ltd, which is directed by her partner Frank Palazzo. The profileengine.com website, that Title Tattle has only just come across, gives Frank's current social influence status as "No measurable influence" but that will surely change given Pettifleur's new found television role.

FJP's business trading name is Fleur D'Palazzo.

The couple live in the Westin, in an apartment in the heart of the city which Frank bought in late 2011 from Mark and Shari Read for $6,365,000. Palazzo retained his prior apartment the Exhibition Street, Regency Tower penthouse.

The Real Housewives of Melbourne Season 2 will air next year on Foxtel's Arena!

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RHOC Secrets Revealed Sneak Peek: Brooks Ayers Joins The Reunion

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Secrets are revealed with never-before-seen footage from Season 9 including a playful painting party, a raucous rock climbing session and a dirty duck dinner in Bali. Vicki and her beau Brooks also attend a therapy session and Tamra takes baby Astro out on the town. Plus, Andy Cohen invited Vicki Gunvalson's boyfriend Brooks to join the Reunion and to clear up their relationship, more is revealed from the Reunion. Watch a sneak peek preview of The Real Housewives of Orange County: Secrets Revealed below!






The Real Housewives of Orange County airs Monday nights at 9/8c on Bravo!

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Don't Be Tardy Sneak Peek: Is Ariana Dating?

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On tonight's episode of Don't Be Tardy, Kim consults a plastic surgeon and Ariana wants to start dating. Kim and Kroy fly to Miami for a consultation as she considers post-baby plastic surgery. Back at home, boy-crazy Ariana wants to start dating, but Kim says never. Watch a sneak peek preview below!









Don't Be Tardy airs Thursday nights at 9/8c on Bravo!

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Dina Manzo Says RHONJ's Florida Trip Will Be The New Scary Island!

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Dina Manzo is taking to her Bravo Blog to dish on this week's episode of The Real Housewives of New Jersey. Dina Manzo teases what's to come on the Florida trip, she compares the new trip to RHONY's scary island. Dina writes:

"PERFECT TIMING! I love how this episode has a Project Ladybug (www.projectladybug.org) focus. Did you know that September is Childhood Cancer awareness month? Yeah, not many people know that, for some CRAZY reason it's not as prevalent as other awareness months. I need a favor, whoever is reading this, if you can post that on your social media sites, I'll love you forever. Lets get these kids the attention and awareness they need and deserve, and if you're so inclined to make a donation to your favorite childhood cancer charity, that would be awesome as well. May I suggest a small donation to Project Ladybug? Remember no one gets paid at our charity, so all the money will go exactly where it belongs and all it takes is a click of a button. Go here now to learn more: www.projectladybug.org! Thank you!

Now on to this weeks show... Oh the drama, it seems like it just follows Amber wherever she goes! I do feel for her that she is caught in the middle of this Victoria Gotti gossip web, but zip it girl, not at a meeting for children with cancer! I actually loved that all the girls were so excited to be on board with the event. It was hard to get a word in, but you've got to love them for being so enthusiastic about something POSITIVE! We're used to seeing everyone so fired up about the drama of it all, but THIS is my kind of energy. And yes, heads will roll if anything goes down the Ladybug event. You will have to stay tuned to see how that all worked out!

Can you believe all the snow we had this winter? It seriously never ended and for those north easterners, you know what I'm talking about. By this time of the season it wasn't even worth shoveling, because we had blizzards on the daily but I was grateful the girls came over to help. We didn't get much done, but it was nice to spend some fun time with Teresa and be able to tell her about our Florida idea. We were DESPERATE for some sun and R&R, but as you can see by the previews, it didn't quite turn out to be relaxing at ALL. And you guys thought Scary Island was bad. Wait till you see this trip....YIKES.

Teresa's facing some hard times and she and her entire family will remain at the top of my prayer pile right now. I know my girls will get through this, Teresa is a tough cookie and those kids are strong like their mama. Join me in sending them some good vibes for a positive outcome and some closure to all of this. BTW, Amber's REALLY sensitive huh?

This week's after party will touch on REVENGE -- why do we feel the need to go there? Remember an eye for an eye makes the whole world go blind. Based on our cast's Twitter feeds, it seems like some seeing eye dogs will be needed soon. Check out the after party on dinamanzo.com for our revenge video, we give you some healthier options, LOL. Also click around our Labor Day beauty and health bonus videos. Monday is a full moon (in my sign Pisces) so it's a perfect time to start on your road to well being and release all that is holding you back. JOIN ME!

Remember to follow me on social media and PLEASE check out our updates on dinamanzo.com and projectladybug.org and get involved in giving back this month. Good things will come your way if you do. I PROMISE!"

What do you think about Dina’s blog?

The Real Housewives of New Jersey airs Sunday nights at 8/7c only on Bravo

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Melissa Gorga Weighs In On Amber Marchese's Emotional Phone Call To Teresa Giudice

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Melissa Gorga is taking to her Bravo Blog to dish on this week's episode of The Real Housewives of New Jersey. Melissa Gorga explains why (like Gia) she couldn't help but laugh during Amber's tear-filled call with Teresa. Melissa writes:

"Hi Everyone!

‎One week without writing a blog seems like an eternity!

OK, let's just get right into the beginning of the episode. I was completely on Gia's wavelength with the giggling when Amber called. My reaction to Amber being so upset was exactly the same as Gia's: LOL! I'm sorry! It just struck me as so funny, and I know tears aren't supposed to be funny, but I think the fact that she has only been in Teresa's presence a handful of times at this point just took the seriousness right out of it. Maybe she's just a crier? Not sure, but I needed the laugh in this very serious episode.

‎Obviously Teresa is going through some very tough times, and Dina and I thought it would be nice just to ease her mind for a little and try to get her to relax and not think about it for a minute. The weather was brutal this past winter and it was getting hard to find a sunny day. So between the weather and the stress we just thought it would be nice to get into the sunshine for a couple days!

I loved that you got to see a couple minutes of my workout. My trainer Alina is so great and has so much knowledge about how to maintain a fit body. I love taking my friends to workout with me! Dina was a good sport about it, but I know this type of workout wasn't exactly her thing. She still looked good doing it! You can check out Alina's Instagram @alinabranda_jnafit.

‎It was nice to get together with all the girls at Dina's house to discuss the charity event. What's better than getting together for a good cause? I think it's great that we all want to put time into the Project Ladybug event and make it a success!

As for the little side conversation, I had no idea what Amber and Teresa were talking about, but I do think everyone is a little curious at this point!‎ I guess you'll have to wait and see how the rest of us find out what all the whispering was about.

I just updated my website http://melissagorga.com with new pics and events, so definitely stop in and check it out!‎ My jewelry line is also displayed on my website. There are some amazing pieces still available!"

What do you think about Carole’s blog?

The Real Housewives of New Jersey airs Sunday nights at 8/7c only on Bravo

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Amber Marchese On Her Meltdown With Teresa Giudice: 'I Seriously Was Annoying To Watch'

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Amber Marchese is taking to her Bravo Blog to dish on this week's episode of The Real Housewives of New Jersey. Amber Marchese weighs in on her phone call meltdown and calls it "the most annoying scene to date." Amber writes:

"Hello friends and family!

Goodbye to summer and hello to a new school year! I know this is such a bitter-sweet time for us mommies and daddies. We want to keep our little ones, well, little, but we are beside ourselves with pride as we watch them flourish and become young adults. This year, all four are now in school. Isabella was my last to go; now I am home without her. I feel blessed to spend all the time I did with them though. In fact, I homeschooled my two little ones and waited until they were 6 years old to start their school careers. I just felt I wanted to be a part of everything that they did, and no one is a better teacher to my babies than I am. I am so grateful for that time. Besides, why the rush?! They have many years in school. Sadly, my time has ended.

Now on to the episodes. Nicole’s philosophy is if you don’t say, “Please don’t tell anyone,” then it’s OK to tell another person. No matter what the circumstance and the relationships involved. I guess, according to Nicole, everything that has gone down this season is OK to speak about, after all, everyone should know the truth. Then Nicole shouldn’t get mad when someone speaks about what goes on in her life. What’s good for the goose is good for the gander, as they say. Then it was certainly OK for Jim to tell everyone about the girl Bobby keeps in Florida. After all, Bobby didn’t say don’t tell anyone.

I find it completely offensive that Bobby shared my personal text to him in relation to what Bobby did to me and shared it to not only with Nicole, but also TeResssa, and then with the world. Again, this shows his true colors. I was reaching out and he used it as a “look at me” moment to impress the twins. I never gave permission to do that, and I think it is disgusting. My intentions and hope were to privately work things out, get through the B.S. and remain friends. This is where Nicole, if she was a good woman and friend, should have said, "She is obviously hurt, you should talk to her. You say she is like a sister, so hopefully you can work things out." As I said in the text, Jim needed no explanation from Bobby. Jim knows Bobby crossed him. Jim is finished with little piss ants who put more importance on popularity than friends and family. However, I wanted to give Bobby a chance. I was second guessing my conversation in the kitchen the next day after the blow up at his house. Perhaps I was too harsh? Perhaps I did not give him a chance to share his side? What does Bobby do instead? Make my personal text to him a mockery. Jim was right, I should not have reached out to Bobby; he considered me a sister and yet did not want to talk.

You know, between this stunt and Nicole calling me in front of her co-workers on speaker phone, it just goes to shows how they behave like trash. Bobby and twins are completely insincere and only care about themselves. Actions speak louder than words. Did you ever notice that not once so far this entire season have we heard from either one of them a cohesive, intelligent reasoning for their deplorable actions? Nicole did have a relationship with a married man, so why did she attack me and pretend to be shocked and outraged? They just have a lot of bad rhetoric and hot air. Jim and I are very vocal, we recounted what happened because we have nothing to hide and stand by everything we have done. When you have something to hide, Nicole, yes, "silence is golden." You don’t want to twist the lies up.

One thought about Rino, I truly wish we were able to see this side of him that we are seeing in their kitchen. I can see a kind man. I still don’t know why he attacked my husband in the kitchen, Jim clearly said he would go out with Bobby and Rino. Rino did not know my husband and coupled with the timing of his attack, he should not have done that. It was a BAD first impression.

OK, OK, OK, on to my most annoying scene to date -- my total meltdown when I called Teresa! OH MY Lord! I seriously was annoying to watch, I cannot imagine what you all were thinking. I remember that day, and I can assure you, I was having a very rough and emotional day. I cannot share exactly what was going on yet, but I was going through a very difficult time. I think it just all hit me at once, and I was displacing my fears and anxieties onto Teresa. Not that I do not care for her or her family, I truly do. That was absolutely not insincere; I was emotional for personal reasons and just could not deal. I do wish though that Gia, a 13 year old child, could have been asked to leave the room as her mother talked to both me and Melissa. I guess we have very different parenting styles. In my opinion, Gia should not hear adult conversations. Regardless what you think of my breakdown, I certainly do not give a crap about what she was wearing to court, I am thinking only of her children. Honestly, I wish I was not so empathetic to other sometimes; I take on other people's heartaches all of the time, and it greatly affects me.

And, as far as asking too many questions, she is right, I did, and I apologize. This is difficult for me; I am unfamiliar with situations like the one Teresa and Joe are in. It is my personality to educate myself on everything there is to know of the situation. I remember when I was being treated there were two groups. Some people being diagnosed with cancer did not want to know anything about it. Their attitude was just give me the treatment and call it a day. As you can see, that is not me, I wanted to understand the science, the medicine, and the statistics about everything that I was going through. I think and think and think repeatedly in my mind until the thought is pulverized. Sometimes it is exhausting; I wish my brain would turn off. But it is just me, always has been and always will be. However, I do have to learn and respect that not everyone is going to be like that, including Teresa.

Going on to the scene where we were discussing Project Ladybug and our trip to Florida. I had not seen or talked to Teresa since being at her friend Victoria Gotti’s home where she shared that bombshell with us. I had no idea what to expect, especially after the attack at Bobby’s house. The best way to explain this to you is to bring you into my mind and have you walk through my thought process.

Welcome to my mind:

1. The twins and I were working things out. Was Teresa going to say something? How was she going to handle it? I did not know Bobby and the twins were trash talking behind my back about reaching out to Bobby. I truly thought were working things out.

2. After what Bobby, the twins, and even Melissa did to me, I was not in a place that I trusted anyone. As I looked around the room, I thought not one person who knew I was attacked, not one, gave a sh--. They did not break it up. They were worried about eating and went to dinner to celebrate with the attackers. And remember, it was because of me this group met. They knew one another for a hot minute. So, no, I was not trusting anyone at this point. With that in my mind, I found it suspect and odd that Teresa, who is good friends with Victoria, never heard this shocking piece of information. Was I being set up? AGAIN!?

3. More bizarrely we were just asked to go on vacation with the girls. I have never left my children for any reason, so this was a big step for me. Before I even considered going, I wanted to make sure that Teresa knew that first; I would not disrespect her or her friend and blab to anyone about what I was told. I wanted to be crystal clear that I did not know what she was going to do with this information, if anything, but I was not going to do a damn thing with it. I am sweeping it off my front porch!

4. What did Victoria Gotti gain by telling me this? Just why?! Still to this day it baffles me.

I leave you with a final thought that swirls in my mind still to this day. How did Teresa not know Victoria Gotti's bombshell about Rino already? That is some story to keep a secret until a causal drop in. Why do the twins blame me and Jim? We did not know Victoria Gotti, so something seemed out of sorts. The meeting was way too coincidental for me. All I know is Teresa brought this rumor to my table, and I was asked to go to Florida with a group of girls who either attacked me or sat idly by as I was attacked…stay tuned."

What do you think about Amber’s blog?

The Real Housewives of New Jersey airs Sunday nights at 8/7c only on Bravo

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Shannon Beador Is Crowned The Winner Of E! Online's 'Best Housewife Ever' Poll!

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After six rounds of heated competition, which whittled the race from 64 ladies to just two finalists, we've finally learned who the ultimate star of The Real Housewives franchise is! In the final round, it was Real Housewives of Orange County newbie Shannon Beador up against original Real Housewives of New Jersey star Caroline Manzo, who landed her own spinoff, Manzo'd With Children.

Hundreds of thousands of you voted, and Shannon Beador was voted Best Housewife Ever. The mother and wife scored 59 percent of the votes, according to E!.

Shannon was up against her fellow OC star Vicki Gunvalson in the second-to-last round, which also featured Kenya Moore from Real Housewives of Atlanta.

Shannon posted a thank you to her fans on Instagram Monday night. "I am so thankful for everyone who has voted for me in the last few weeks! Completely overwhelming! I ♥you all!!! You rock!!!"



So congratulations, Shannon Beador!!

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The Real Housewives Of Miami Returning For Season 4?

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It has not been officially confirmed if The Real Housewives of Miami is returning for another season or if Bravo is pulling the plug. According to RumorFix, the network is trying to bring it back. Bravo hasn’t canceled the show and the network hasn’t announced its return. According to the website, the reason behind the delay is due to Lea Black and Joanna Krupa.

“Bravo is interested in doing a fourth season but they are waiting on Lea Black and Joanna Krupa to sign on. Without Lea and Joanna, producers feel there wouldn’t be a show. ”

Bravo has not comment on the casting news, RumorFix reached out to Lea Black’s publicist and they responded with “no comment.”

Would you like to see another season of The Real Housewives of Miami?

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RHONJ Sneak Peek: The Gorgas Plan To Build Their New Home, Amber Marchese Has Many Questions For Teresa Giudice About Her Legal Situation!

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On tonight's episode of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, the ladies each deal with some monumental life changes. Dina says goodbye to her long-time assistant Luke, while Teresa and her husband Rino tackle a medical scare. Amber Marchese has a lot of questions for Teresa Giudice about her legal situation. Meanwhile, Melissa and Joe Gorga go over the plans for their palatial new home, the Giudices strive to live a normal life amidst the cloud of their guilty plea and Amber receives startling news from her doctor. Watch a sneak peek preview below!







The Real Housewives of New Jersey airs Sunday nights at 8/7c on Bravo!

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Virginia Macari's Fiancé's Criminal Past Exposed, Plus He Was Once Best Friends With One Of Norway's Most Notorious Criminals!

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A few weeks ago Kaste Dahl, the fiancé of socialite Virginia Macari and former star of TV3's Dublin Wives was found guilty of fraud and according to a new report, he was once "best friends" with one of Norway's most notorious criminals. Continue reading after the jump!

The Independent is reporting that Kahl (43), who met Virginia (39) in Spain five years ago, became a business associate and good friend of David Toska back in Norway when he was in his early 20s.

Toska was the mastermind behind a massive raid on Easter Monday, 2004, when the equivalent of €7.1m was stolen in broad daylight from a cash depot in Stavanger, southwest Norway. The NOKAS robbery was the biggest in the country's history and was the subject of a 2010 film.

The heist took place at 8am when 13 heavily-armed men wearing bulletproof vests and ski masks broke into the cash centre. During the course of the robbery, around 120 rounds of ammunition were fired from an automatic weapon into protective bulletproof glass.

A police lieutenant, Arne Sigve Klungland, was shot dead in a gun battle between officers and the raiders. Toksa admitted to masterminding the crime and said at the time of his confession that he never planned for the loss of life.

Norwegian media have described Dahl, who also goes by the names of Bard Kaste and Thor Dahl, as Toska's best friend. The pair had a business partnership together called D&B Holding, which stood for David and Bard.

Dahl had a son with Macari in 2012. They called the child Thor, and the pair got engaged while she was starring in TV3 programme Dublin Housewives (later renamed Dublin Wives due to legal reasons).

Along with his association with one of Norway's most infamous criminals, Dahl also has a number of convictions. He received an eight-year sentence for drug smuggling and possession of a firearm more than 10 years ago.

Dahl received that sentence, with two years suspended, for his part in an attempt to smuggle 48.4kg of amphetamine and for being in possession of a firearm.

The European Court of Justice subsequently ruled that Dahl and a co-accused were denied a fair trial, it is understood. Details of the conviction emerged following a plea of guilty by Dahl in an Oslo court to fraud charges in connection with a holiday cabin development.

Dahl was deported from Spain to Oslo in April to face the fraud charges while the couple were planning their wedding. Morten Furuholmen, Dahl's defence lawyer in the fraud charges, said the drugs smuggling case was "a long time ago" and he expects his client to be pardoned in relation to it.

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Video: Brooks Ayers Admits Cheating On Vicki Gunvalson

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Real Housewives of Orange County star Vicki Gunvalson has stood by her on and off boyfriend Brooks Ayers' side despite all the negative press, but according to Radar Online and The National ENQUIRER, Ayers has secretly admitted to cheating on the reality star, “screwing around,” and sleeping with hookers — and he confessed to it all on tape!

The shocking admissions were made on audio recording as part of an undercover sting and obtained by The ENQUIRER. And the material on them will rock Gunvalson’s world, likely shattering her relationship with Ayers for good.

“I’ve been known to cheat,” Ayers says on the tapes, which were recorded in a Las Vegas hotel while Ayers voluntarily met with a business associate after an attempt to settle a lawsuit.

Claiming he’d been unfaithful so many times that he couldn’t recall whether he was even dating Gunvalson at the time of his hookups, Ayers said, “Bottom line, it hurt Vicki to know even if we weren’t together that I f***ed somebody else.”

One of the ladies that Brooks had a sexual affair with was with a prostitute, named Katrina, he said. The two allegedly met during a private high-stakes poker game, and then decided to continue the party in “rooms upstairs [for] guys … to have their way” with the hired talent. Brooks had sex with the woman, he says on the tape, and paid her around $300 to $400 for the encounter.

Oddly enough, according to The ENQUIRER’s report, he ran into the woman again months later while visiting friend Robert Williamson III in Las Vegas, and the woman was there, calling herself Maya!

Williamson got fed up with his philandering, according to the report, and decided to bring Ayers in to a lawsuit he filed accusing Gunvalson of failing to promote her Vicki’s Vodka brand.

Other shocking revelations in the tapes include the fact that Ayers checked into rehab for sex addiction in 2006!

“I recorded [Brooks] out of an abundance of caution, specifically at the request of Vicki Gunvalson,” the business man who made the tapes told The ENQUIRER. “She asked me to help Brooks. Given his background, I did not want this guy walking away making false claims about our time. Who knows what he would have said.”

Check out the video clip below!



What are your thoughts on this? Tell us!

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Source: Radar, The ENQUIRER

Kandi Burruss Dishes On Touring With Husband Todd Tucker!

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Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kandi Burruss' tour schedule for her musical A Mother's Love is busy, as she is taking her musical on the road all over the country. The newlywed's original show—which is based on her own relationship with her mother and husband Todd Tucker—will be traveling to 26 cities coast to coast from now through December.

So how is the Grammy-winning songwriter/actress/producer/writer keeping her energy and her voice ready for all those performances? "I try to get a lot of rest while I'm out on tour. I don't stay out as much. No late night parties," she confesses to The Dish. "My voice always gets hoarse when I don't get enough sleep. I also make sure I take vitamins."

A Mother's Love is a family affair, produced by both Kandi and Todd, and the couple have been celebrating milestones together while on the road. "We celebrated our 5-month anniversary with the kick off of our tour in Columbus, Ga," Kandi reveals. "It was great to have such a big accomplishment that we made together happen on that day. We also received the key to the city of Columbus that day." (Check out the photo below).


Even Mama Joyce has joined the couple on the road over the past few months (meaning she has voluntarily been spending time with her son-in-law). "Things are great with Todd & I. My mom lightened up as soon as we said 'I do,'" Kandi says. "Now she is coming to some of our shows on the road and she does interviews to support us."

Kandi also shared that her backstage pre-show ritual involves prayer and an adorable selfie or two, including this loved-up one she posted with Todd recently.


The A Mother's Love tour will be coming through several major cities including Detroit, Miami, Baltimore, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Philadelphia, and others. It will end its run in New York City on December 11-14, a stop that is extra special for Todd. "NY is Todd's hometown," Kandi explains. "I definitely want to party after our NY run because I can relax and celebrate then. I don't have to worry about getting hoarse!" she exclaims.

Check out all the tour dates below and get your tickets to see Kandi in A Mother's Love at Ticketmaster.



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PHOTOS: Camille Grammer, Cynthia Bailey And Kristen Taekman Rock Betsey Johnson's New York Fashion Week Show!

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Real Housewives of New York City's Kristen Taekman, Real Housewives of Atlanta's Cynthia Bailey and former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' Camille Grammer brought the house down at Betsey Johnson's New York Fashion Week show Wednesday.


Betsey's Spring 2015 collection was "all about Modern LOVE and marriage," she tweeted. And Cynthia and Kristen showed off metallic gowns, puffy wedding dresses, smeared makeup, and perfectly messy up-dos.



Camille Grammar turned the most heads: she showed off a teeny-tiny baby doll wedding dress and a hilarious metallic necklace that read "Prenup." 

For Kristen, the show was a homecoming of sorts. The model had participated in Betsey's fashion show before. "It's been ten years since I was in her last show," she tells the Dish, "and she is inspiring now as she has ever been. Betsey's show is always the most fun!"


The Housewives had plenty of support in the audience. Kenya Moore and Melissa Gorga showed up for the show and posed for pictures.


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Video: Apollo Nida Enters Federal Prison And Thanks Fans For All Their Love And Support!

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Apollo Nida is taking responsibility for his faults. The Real Housewives of Atlanta star arrived at minimum-security federal prison Thursday in Lexington, KY to begin serving an 8-year sentence for fraud. But before he went inside, he shared an emotional video online, thanking fans for their love and support. (Watch it below.)

"I have finally arrived at the penitentiary," he says. "I am about to go asunder. Thank you for the support and prayer. Stay tuned. And you'll hear from me shortly."

Phaedra Parks' husband had also tweeted earlier, "I would like to say thanks 4 everyone's support & thanks 4 holding me in prayer I've arrived 2 my destination and I'm going asunder."

Earlier this year, Apollo Nida pleaded guilty to charges of mail, wire and bank fraud in Georgia. He was sentenced on July 8 to eight years in prison.

Appearing before the court in May, he expressed regret and said he took "full responsibility for his actions," which included defrauding various individuals and financial institutions. "It was a dumb situation I put myself in....It's my fault at the end of the day. I got sucked in and engulfed and lost sight of things."

Days before he entered prison, Apollo gave an interview to Forbes where he shared his two biggest regrets about his actions. "The first is not being true to myself. When I came out of prison the first time, I told myself that I never wanted to be in this situation again," he said. "I had numerous talks with myself. I knew how to stay out of trouble but I lost focus. I didn’t stay true and I found myself quickly caught up in the same lifestyle I left six years prior. When I came home from prison, I wanted to be different. I wanted to live an honest life. I really did. I should have stuck to my guns. My second regret is letting my boys down. Now, my kids are going to have Christmas without their dad because of my decisions. Although I let them down, I will never stop loving them."




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PHOTOS: NeNe Leakes Hits The Town With Naomi Campbell, Diddy And Kristen Taekman During New York Fashion Week!

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While some of the Real Housewives stars were busy walking in some of the New York Fashion Week shows, The Real Housewives of Atlanta star NeNe Leakes was too busy partying with Diddy and supermodel Naomi Campbell. According to NeNe, when Naomi calls to paint the town red, you answer.

NeNe, who will be spending more time in Manhattan thanks to her upcoming role in Cinderella, shared snapshots of their hangout session on Instagram. The RHOA star looked tres chic and casual cool in her army green blouse, pin-up hair and silver chain necklace.

"The only way to do #nyfw i@iamnaomicampbell #watchandlearn #girlsniteout #loveandsupport," she wrote.



And if that wasn't enough star power, the fashionistas were joined by rapper and mogul Diddy. And her caption about their night out on the town has us a bit intrigued about what really went down when the cameras weren't snapping pics.

"About last nite! So my girl @iamnaomicampbell calls me up & say 'let's hit the town darling' (in my Naomi voice LOL) she scoops me up from my hotel and the rest is history! No I think the rest is a movie LOL! Love her," she wrote on Instagram. "This is how you do fashion week #thecatsmeow."

Late that night, Real Housewives of New York City also dropped by the party—and got some hang time with NeNe, too.


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Kathy Wakile's Cookbook 'Indulge: Delicious Little Desserts That Keep Life Real Sweet' Is A Best-Seller!

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The Real Housewives of New Jersey star Kathy Wakile has just-released her cookbook, Indulge: Delicious Little Desserts That Keep Life Real Sweet, which is a collection of 75 of her favorite treats. And it's a hit. The book has debuted in the Top 10 on Publishers Weekly's Nonfiction List, according to Newsday, after hitting retailers on September 2.

"Humbled & Grateful! Thank You to all that made this possible!" she tweeted about her impressive debut, which includes recipes for Caramel Apple Ravioli, Strawberry Shortcake Puffs, among other delicious treats.

Prior to releasing Indulge earlier this month, Wakile spoke to Bravo's The Dish about the release. "I had so much fun during this process, cooking and sharing my creations is both a joy and therapy for me," she said, adding it was her family (including sister Rosie Pierri, husband Richie and her brothers) who taste-tested the recipes that made the final cut.

"I can always count on them to be completely honest," she said. "Victoria and Joseph's friends were also great too...and I can't forget Jacqueline Laurita. She was always a willing tester."

With Indulge a hit, she's already got her next project lined up. But don't expect it to be as sugary sweet. "It will be a savory book, appetizers and small plates," she says. "I love appetizers and serving small plates. It's the best way to entertain!"

Congrats Kathy!!

You can purchase Kathy Wakile’s cookbook on Amazon or iTunes

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Vicki Gunvalson Responds To The Brooks Ayers Cheating Scandal: 'Brooks Can Date Anyone He Wants To, I Am Not Married To Brooks'

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Real Housewives of Orange County star Vicki Gunvalson responded to the recent video footage that surfaced online a few days ago revealing that her on-again, off-again boyfriend, Brooks Ayers, admitted to cheating on her. "I was surprised to learn that a video of Brooks's meeting in Las Vegas a year ago has surfaced," Gunvalson, 52, said in a statement released to PEOPLE, in response to recent stories about his alleged cheating admissions.

The National Enquirer reported that Ayers admitted to having sex with other women, saying how he thought that could hurt Gunvalson.

"I've been known to cheat," Ayers says on the tape, which were recorded in a Las Vegas hotel when he met with a business associate after an attempt to settle a lawsuit over a vodka line.

"I was told that the story mentions Brooks dating other women," says Gunvalson. "Brooks can date anyone he wants to. I am not married to Brooks, nor engaged – nor are we living together."

The business associate who reportedly made the tapes told the Enquirer that Gunvalson asked him to record Ayers and did so "out of an abundance of caution."

Gunvalson denies asking the associate to videotape Ayers. "The story is ridiculous and laughable when it states that I requested the video be shot. I did not. In my own opinion, this video surfaced because the case for the vodka is moving toward trial. When the posture becomes personal, rather than business, that is generally a sign their argument about the business is weak."



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Melissa Gorga Says She Feels For Amber Marchese's Cancer Scare

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Melissa Gorga is taking to her Bravo Blog to dish on this week's episode of The Real Housewives of New Jersey. Melissa Gorga felt for Amber Marchese during her cancer scare and Melissa shares how she feels about Jacqueline's return. Melissa writes:

"Hi!

Hope everyone is having a great September. I love this time of year -- the crisp mornings, back to a routine, back to the gym! I'm feeling good! Oh and let's not forget the Pumpkin Spice Latte is back! Oh yeah!

On to the episode...

Joe cracks me up when he talks about how he builds houses. The fact is he really is so talented and has such an eye for custom homes. It's his craft, it's what God blessed him with. The only problem is he absolutely loves doing it, so he keeps wanting to build new homes! Eventually I'll put my foot down and say this is the last one, but I can't deny I love it too. I could move every ten years and be happy to change it up a bit. He loves designing them and I love decorating them. We make a great team!

The dinner at TeRESa's house looked yummy. Rino is a great cook and he was cracking me up when he kept running to the bathroom. I love people who are goodhearted, mean no harm, and just like to have fun. That's how I see TeRESa, Rino, and their family. However, the thingy on his thingy -- I could have gone without seeing that, LOL!

Gia is such a strong young girl, and she's grown into such a wonderful little woman. I loved watching Teresa's morning routine, because it makes me feel better that I'm not the only one running around like a nut before school every morning! It's those little things in life we take for granted that one day when they are all grown up we will miss doing. I enjoy every minute with my kids and spend as much time as I can with them, because one day they are going to get in their car and drive themselves to school and I'm not looking forward to that. God bless all the mommies out there!

I will say I had no idea when I introduced Amber to my sister-in-law that she was going to have such strong feelings toward her. I know Teresa doesn't like all the questions, and I think by now Amber should realize that. It's not about us understanding exactly what's going on, it's about making sure Teresa knows we are there for her if she needs us. I do feel for Amber with her scare at the doctor. She has four beautiful children she wants to stay healthy for, so it's completely understandable that she is so stressed waiting for the results. Cancer is no joke and I would be a mess waiting for an answer.

Dina is losing her buddy! We all saw her hire him years ago, and he means a lot to her and Lexi. He looks like a lot of fun and I'm sure they miss him so much. But hey, that's a great excuse for her and Lexi to take a trip across the pond!

Jac is back! Surprise! I know the fans love her honesty and the real struggles she shares with us all. I can't wait to see Nick's progress! He is so adorable and his voice gets me every time! ‎

‎I feel like life is short and you need to enjoy every moment. I'm realizing more and more as I get older that life isn't ever going to be perfect, you have to roll with the punches and live day to day. If we knew what the future holds, we would all probably do things a lot differently. It's kind of crazy to see how all of our friendships started and where they are going.

A lot happens during the Florida trip and you will soon see how the rest of us get filled in on the rumor."

What do you think about Melissa’s blog?

The Real Housewives of New Jersey airs Sunday nights at 8/7c only on Bravo

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Dina Manzo: 'I'm A Tough Cookie And Nothing Or No One Can Take Me Down EVER!'

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Dina Manzo is taking to her Bravo Blog to dish on this week's episode of The Real Housewives of New Jersey. Dina Manzo thinks Teresa Giudice should be very proud of her parenting and describes the next upcoming RHONJ episodes as 'chaotic' and 'stressful.' Dina writes:

"I'm sorry my blog is a little late but I was on a little cowgirl retreat; check out my Instagram for some beautiful zen pics! I may be labeled as a Jersey girl, but it's the country and natural settings that make my heart swell. With that said, you can only imagine that this Florida trip and how it's looking is not my ideal getaway!

Watching this week's show really made me cry...I miss Luke so much, he left early in the season, so I think that's why I look stressed and tired a lot too! Luke was like my personal jester, no matter what was going on he could always make me laugh. He is truly a son to me and a brother to Lexi and I am hoping he finds what he is looking for back home. If nothing else I'm sure his mom is so happy to have her little boy back on her side of the pond, and like I said, my door will always be open to him (and any other stray that needs a home)!

How much do you love Gia? She is such a beautiful kid inside and out. Like Teresa says, it's moments like that when you know you've been a good mother. Kids like that just don't happen, some of it is luck but MOST of it is good parenting. I know I'm not perfect, but when I look at my daughter I know I can't be that bad to have raised such a good person in this crazy world we live in. I think after watching Lexi you will all agree with me too. Some of the kids you've seen on TV make you just cringe, don't they? Side note: Have you checked out Lexi's fashion blog bohochicken.com? It's so cute!

Dinner at TerEsa's was lovely, it was so nice to meet Santa, Giovanni, and their niece. Rino was very sweet to cook in between visits to the bathroom. I hope he washed his hands! Kidding...the food was great and at this point I'm really starting to enjoy the twins' company. We had spent more time together than you get to see and they are really growing on me. I like their family values and their positive outlook on life.

Giovanni is a doll. I won't say he and Lex would make a cute couple, because Lexi's boyfriend whom I adore would kill me, but I will say I wouldn't be upset if Lexi wound up with fiercely loyal in laws like TerEsa and Rino and married to a sweet kid like Giovanni. It certainly looks like if you mess with their family, you have a problem on your hands. I dig that. But NOTHING would make me happier than to know that Lexi may have kids with a beautiful colon just like their Grandpa. (Wink wink.)

I've said it once and I'll say it a million times, I am that friend that is silently there for you, but WHEN and IF you want to talk about anything, I'm here for you in a heartbeat. I don't pry and I never will. It's just not my style. I've realized in life most people like to hear of others' misfortune and 90% of the time they're asking about your business because they're nosy, and just need ammo for the gossip train. I've seen it so many times, it's sad but true. That's why my circle is small but it's TIGHT!

Well I'm not looking forward to the weeks that come, they were stressful and chaotic, but I'm still standing! I'm a tough cookie and nothing or no one can take me down EVER. Change is hard, trust me, but it doesn't have to be. Check out this video I made for you about change and how to deal with it in a healthy way: http://bit.ly/1BlCmzQ. I'm also announcing our vision board winner on my after party on dinamanzo.com. The lucky winner gets a pair of Ladybug slippers, whoop whoop! I was so inspired by all of your boards and I can't wait to see all of your dreams come true!

BTW I see all of your supporting tweets and kind words on all of my social sites. You Jersey fans are FIERCE and I adore you. I appreciate your support more than you realize. If you're not in on the fun, follow me now so we can chat some more. Sending you all a ton of LOVE! Dina xoxo"

What do you think about Dina’s blog?

The Real Housewives of New Jersey airs Sunday nights at 8/7c only on Bravo

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