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Mia’s Twists and Turns
Here we go again! Another week, another chance for Mia to take center stage with her increasingly wild storylines. This time, she left everyone scratching their heads when she referred to “the fathers of my children” — only to clarify she meant her first husband and her eldest child. (The one who hasn’t been on-camera since Season 1, by the way!) Shocking? Hardly. Mia’s approach to drama is straight out of a soap opera script: keep the conflict sensational at all costs. Unfortunately, unlike fictional drama queens like Theresa Lopez-Fitzgerald from Passions, Mia’s antics are wreaking havoc on her real life. Karen summed it up best with her sharp one-liner, “The stress of juggling a pimp village has gone to her head.”
Accountability? Not Here!
As always, the concept of “accountability” gets thrown around but lands nowhere. This week, Mia felt blindsided when Gizelle confronted her about her social media behavior at Wendy’s birthday party. Mia called it “inappropriate,” which is about as rich as Erika Jayne telling someone to tone down their glam. Mia tried to flip the script by accusing Gizelle of being hypocritical, assuming fans would rally behind her. Spoiler: they didn’t. While Gizelle may not have chosen the best time for the confrontation, Mia’s denial about the chaos in her personal life is hard to ignore. Even Jacqueline — her BFF and frequent sparring partner — had to step in, urging Mia to sort out her co-parenting drama with Gordon before diving into more chaos. But did Mia listen? Of course not!
Charity or Chaos
Instead, Mia doubled down, turning Ashley’s charity rappelling event (yes, you read that right) into her personal soapbox. Mia claimed Gizelle’s timing was off but then hijacked the event to air her grievances in front of the entire group. Her logic? About as clear as U.S. healthcare policies. Things escalated when Mia accused Gizelle of using her role as a “perfect parent” as a shield, even dragging Gizelle’s daughters into the fray with a tale about sneaking boys into the house. The comparison was laughable, as Karen pointed out: one of these belongs on 7th Heaven, the other on Jerry Springer. Predictably, Gizelle was not having it, and the tension reached a boiling point.
Karen’s Legal Woes
Meanwhile, Karen continues to dance around her own controversies, notably her second DUI. While legal matters may prevent her from addressing it directly, her vague allusions to “wellness” during an Amazon Live promo with her daughter fell flat. The unspoken implications of addiction loom, but Karen seems determined to avoid the elephant in the room. It’s clear she’s struggling to find her footing, and what she’s doing now isn’t landing with fans.
Divorce Diaries
The emotional stakes ramped up this week as divorce woes took center stage. Ashley and Stacey opened up about their respective mediation journeys, offering insight into the challenges of untangling a marriage. Stacey’s optimism was a stark contrast to Ashley’s visible anxiety. Despite advice from the group to come prepared, Stacey admitted she had no clue about her financial situation after 15 years of letting her husband handle the bills. Her revelation left the group—and viewers—stunned. Ashley, meanwhile, shared her struggles with her controlling ex, revealing that her financial independence now hinges on her Housewives career. As Karen wisely noted, divorce often reveals the true character of the person across the negotiation table.
Season Midpoint Drama
As the season hits its midpoint, the drama shows no signs of slowing. We’re gearing up for an international trip, a drag king show, and more Mia-fueled chaos. From major confrontations to unexpected mishaps, it’s clear the second half of the season is going to deliver!
Lets Wrap It up
- Huge congrats to Wendy on landing a visiting professorship at Wesleyan! Her birthday dinner, featuring journalist April Ryan and reps from Maryland’s Governor’s office, showcased her deep ties to classic Black D.C. circles.
- Eddie’s siblings meeting his kids for the first time brought genuine tears. Here’s hoping the Osefos continue to heal old wounds.
- Gizelle calling Inc the “Elf on a Shelf” was a hilarious moment. Apologies to short kings everywhere!
- Seeing all the Housewives’ kids together was adorable. Could Bravo be plotting a next-gen spin-off?
- Ashley’s brunette confessional look is pure ’90s Robin Givens, and I’m here for it!
From drama to heartfelt moments, this week’s episode had it all. If the previews are anything to go by, we’re in for an unforgettable ride!
