In conversations with fellow culture enthusiasts and Bravo fanatics, I’ve often speculated about a hidden thread connecting all the “Housewives” series and their spinoffs. This theory goes beyond misogyny, patriarchy, and gender roles to include subtly woven, decades-long queer narratives. For instance, this is an excerpt from a message I sent to Joan Summers at Paper magazine in November, following a tense episode of “Potomac”: “Jacqueline adds depth to my evolving theory that the driving force behind the Housewives franchise is a group of closeted queer women struggling with compulsory heterosexuality.
This analysis, often humorous, frequently leaves me surprised at how many instances of implied or overt same-sex tension have arisen across various seasons of the Housewives series. Examples range from the controversy surrounding Kyle Richards and Morgan Wade on Beverly Hills to the Denise Richards and Brandi drama in 2020, with Denise later accusing Brandi of fraternizing with other female cast members. On Atlanta, we have Porsha and Kandi, Porsha and Tanya, Drew and Latoya, all involving hints of same-sex attraction followed by moral panic. The entire season of RHUGT was marred by a dispute about the consent in a same-sex interaction between Brandi and Caroline Manzo, while multiple seasons of Vanderpump Rules have been dedicated to exploring queer tensions among both the female and male cast members. Nearly half of Brynn’s character on the latest season of RHONY revolves around her speculating about going deep-sea diving with the lesbian cast members.
The Potomac cast isn’t immune to this pattern; let’s not forget that during a previous reunion, it was hinted that two former cast members had a romantic relationship, although neither Charrisse nor Katie Rost have officially confirmed it. Ashley Darby has frequently reminded the group of her bisexuality and shared stories about her past threesomes in marriage. Last year, Wendy and Mia even displayed their private matters to each other. For a group who place great importance on their images as wives and mothers within traditional families, they’ve been surprisingly candid about some of their less conventional behaviors over the years, for better or worse.
To put it simply, if earlier seasons of Potomac hinted at the ladies’ lives in the social circle, the arrival of Mia and Jacqueline has plunged us into murky waters. I find myself repulsed by their tendency to use explicit behavior for shock value, and struggle to grasp the purpose behind their sensational actions, which are presented as authentic but appear fake. Both women seem uncomfortable discussing their relationship, leading to a jumble of half-truths and contradictory stories that leave me bewildered rather than aroused or startled. They claim they’ve hooked up before, but after suggestive glances between them, they change their story to just a peck. They say they haven’t had a threesome, yet have witnessed each other having sex as teenagers, including with Inc; later, Mia even admits to intimate encounters with both of Jacqueline’s partners. I’m not here to judge their past experiences or criticize Jacqueline’s casual relationships with women for her partner’s benefit – I just wish for a consistent, clear narrative about their friendship, so we can better understand the true nature of their relationship.
Karen clearly disapproves of the dramatic and inappropriate behavior happening on the catamaran, finding it fake and rude; I must say, I share her distaste. On the other hand, Ashley appears both surprised and intrigued by these events, seizing the moment to make a move on Jacqueline, who has been openly flirting with her during their boat trip. Their first kiss was rather tame, but Jacqueline’s anxious response makes it seem like they were locked in a passionate game of Seven Minutes in Heaven. Jacqueline warns Mia will be jealous and upset about this, mentioning that Mia knew she found Ashley attractive and would act possessively and petty. True to form, Mia becomes envious and bitter at dinner, making snide comments that are barely disguised insults. Mia even goes as far as saying she taught Jacqueline everything she knows and calling other women “unfaithful,” which is ironic coming from someone who openly flirts with her husband on social media. Based on Jacqueline’s partner’s frustrated response when she confesses to kissing Mia during the trip, it seems this drama has been a rollercoaster for everyone in their circle; politely, I would like to exit this toxic situation.
In my opinion, what’s unfortunate is that I’d be intrigued to delve into some profound discussions about queer topics among the Housewives. Despite the criticisms leveled at RHONY 2: Electric Boogaloo regarding its flaws, it has presented genuine, enlightening, and revealing perspectives on women who came out later in life and how this decision impacted them and their loved ones, setting aside Brynn’s sapphic fan fiction. In contrast, Potomac had the opportunity to delve deeply into queer themes within a Black franchise, especially after the gay men on RHOA were often treated like collectible cards and switched out. However, Mia’s constant turmoil seems to overshadow all of this potential, as her on-screen persona resembles the slow collapse and disappearance of a Bravolebrity’s stardom, leaving behind only chaos and consuming all available screen time.
The chaos on the show is not only confusing but also becoming increasingly unenjoyable for the cast members. Many have voiced their displeasure, echoing Karen’s long-standing belief that Mia and Jacqueline are detrimental to the program. It’s challenging to find logic in Mia’s explanations, like her recent assertion that her kids preferred being abducted across state lines over being with her in Virginia. Such tales have become a weekly occurrence for Mia, and while it might be true that her life is more extraordinary than any fiction, the women of Potomac are growing less amused by her turmoil with each new story.
In the days ahead, Ashley prepares for her upcoming drag show, conflicts between Mia and Gordon intensify significantly, and Raymond Huger steps in, unfortunately, to try and bring some order amidst the confusion by deciphering a delusional wife’s stories. Until next time!
Cherry Blossoms
You’ve likely heard the news that the leading character, often referred to as the Grande Dame, missed the reunion because she checked herself into a rehab facility. Personally, I find myself torn about this situation. On one hand, it’s disappointing that we won’t get a resolution on camera of Karen openly acknowledging her problematic relationship with alcohol. However, she has a court case coming up at the end of the month. Given this, it seems plausible that her absence is strategic, possibly to gather evidence for her lawyers about her efforts to take responsibility. A 12-hour grilling might not be the best approach in such a situation, even though it may provide viewer satisfaction.
At present, there are too many uncertainties to predict what this means for the future of the show. However, I suspect NBCUniversal would think twice before inviting her back unless she agrees to a complete redemption storyline next season. It will be intriguing to see if she is open to that. Despite her divisive nature, as part of the current cast, she serves as the bond that holds the show together.
I’m still puzzled by Gizelle’s ongoing disdain for Stacey. Granted, Stacey might not be stylish or rhythmic, and she can come off as overly sincere. However, it seems that Gizelle possesses some of those very traits herself. For instance, when Stacey sought her advice on wearing a headscarf (presumably to conceal the lifting lace on her wig), Gizelle advised her to go out in Panama dressed like an extra from “Pirates of Penzance.” Admittedly, I’m not sure if this was more about pettiness or Gizelle’s apparent lack of skill in handling her own wigs, as evidenced in past seasons. It appears that some context may have been omitted during editing, making the open animosity difficult to understand. To gain a clearer picture of what transpired, we need more information. Otherwise, Gizelle’s reaction to Stacey seems unjustified, given her recent marital loss.
In simpler terms, Mia offers an apologetic gesture that Gizelle finds unconvincing, yet decides not to escalate the conflict at present, hinting at the fact that she disapproves of Mia’s actions on the show. Interestingly, Gizelle alludes to the tension that arises when the cast is divided, although she avoids acknowledging her role in creating those divisions. It’s puzzling what might trigger a severe reaction from Gizelle towards the notorious stripper from a DMV steakhouse, given her current frosty relationship with Mia. However, based on Gizelle’s recent comments about Mia and her decision to unfollow her on social media, it seems that a major blowback is imminent. Yet, I can’t imagine how this situation could worsen further.
As a passionate cinephile, I must express my puzzlement over the seemingly hasty rewrite of Keiarna’s story arc, as if the production team hastily promoted her to full-time Housewife at the last minute. It’s hard for me to swallow the idea that Wendy received an impromptu text from a friend about Deborah’s countersuit; it felt more like a prompt from an on-set producer to steer the conversation towards Keiarna’s legal issues, and Wendy’s fumbling attempts to share this information made Cynthia Bailey’s “Mr. Chocolate” reveal on RHOA seem fluent by comparison.
However, I acknowledge that it’s not our place to dictate how Keiarna chooses to discuss her experiences with assault and its effects on her relationships with the other women in the show. I find it strange that it took Keiarna openly addressing her issues for Ashley to finally express remorse over her role in this predicament. Although I don’t believe Ashley is directly responsible for Keiarna’s lack of engagement, the fact that Greg consistently treats Keiarna like a difficult teen he’s trying to guide makes it almost laughable that Ashley has only just begun to reconsider her actions, alliances, and past partnerships after nine seasons. The answer, if anyone needs to hear it explicitly, is an emphatic “yes.
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2025-01-13 23:54