Monica Garcia might be gone, but the reality that’s von-teased in the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’s new trailer promises to be even more divisive.
In fact, for the returning cast—including Heather Gay, Mary Cosby, Lisa Barlow, Angie Katsanevas, Meredith Marks and Whitney Rose, as well new housewife Bronwyn Newport—season five of the Bravo series will see longtime friendships and loyalties crumbling down, as seen in the trailer’s opening voiceover sequence.
“Never in a million years,” Heather says to an unnamed cast member, while images of Salt Lake City play, “after everything we’ve been through, did I think that you would reach out to our sworn enemy.”
Followed by Whitney’s addition of, “I sought out proof and I was given the proof.”
And while Meredith says she’s “disgusted” over learning someone has been recording conversations, Mary adds, “You’re the biggest liar in Utah, you big fake.”
She’s followed by Lisa claiming, “You’re lying about me,” while another questions, through tears, “We were friends, how could you do this to me?”
And from the following sequences in the sneak peek, amid the usual lavish meals and extravagant getaways, it looks like these pairings—all women who have traditionally had good relationships with the other—will each suffer a falling out this season.
Perhaps, the introduction of Bronwyn will play a role. While Lisa tells cameras the new Housewife is “everything you could want in a friend,” Heather adds in a confessional, “Bronwyn is not here to make friends, and I don’t trust her.”
And tensions only rise from there, beginning with drama between Angie and Lisa after Angie seems to question some of her friend’s parenting choices—which Lisa calls a “low blow”— leading to an explosive tableside fight with Angie telling Lisa, “You have been a f--king bitch to me.”
Another formerly thick-as-thieves pairing that appears to be at risk this season? Mary and Meredith, with the latter telling the former in a heated exchanged, “You used me for three years, yeah I got the memo.”
The exchange is followed by a subsequent scene in which Mary angrily kicks Meredith out of her house during a party, telling her, “You’re a sneaky, snarky little something.”
And from the looks of the rest of the trailer, this is only the tip of the iceberg.
But don’t take our word for it: watch the gripping season five trailer below...
Last season's drama was just the tip of the iceberg. #RHOSLC returns in full force on September 18th. pic.twitter.com/pJkx0Lb36K
— Bravo (@BravoTV) August 19, 2024
And don't miss the premiere of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City season five September 18.
And keep reading to see the stunning new cast photos and to learn more abou the new season.
Mary Cosby
Mary Cosby is back full time with her fiery remarks and 2003 Dom Perignon. Mary re-immerses herself in the group, making amends with Whitney and Heather after her name calling, and a deep and unexpected friendship develops with Angie. Although she has a new ally and confidant, Mary and Meredith’s longstanding friendship is on thin ice as they struggle to see eye-to-eye.
Heather Gay
Heather Gay is a ride-or-die girl with a new, unexpected allegiance to Lisa. She and Whitney continue to make strides and strengthen their foundation. Tensions with Mary reach an all-time high when they both throw quips about body positivity. Heather introduces her friend Britani to the group, but when Britani repeatedly puts her foot in her mouth, Heather can’t continue to defend her.
Bronwyn Newport
Bronwyn Newport is passionate about couture, art and a first-class lifestyle. Raised Mormon, Bronwyn was excommunicated from the church when she got pregnant while attending BYU. While raising her daughter, Gwen, as a single mother, she worked in finance before marrying Todd, who’s 26 years her senior. Although she and Lisa have been friends over the years, she quickly learns that her old friend may not support her in the way she wants.
Meredith Marks
Meredith Marks is excited to celebrate and reaffirm her Jewish faith by having a bat mitzvah, ultimately bringing her and Seth closer together. The bathwater continues to muddy with Whitney because of their overlapping business plans to create bath products. When Meredith repeats something she heard about Whitney’s business, the game of telephone lands her in hot water.
Whitney Rose
Whitney Rose finds herself at odds with many of the women. When harmful rumors about her jewelry line circle the group, she confronts the women to find the source. As tensions rise, the husbands get roped into the women’s fights, causing things to get heated between Justin and John. Whitney introduces the women to her friend Meili, who quickly gets thrown into the fire when Lisa shares a rumor about her shopping habits.
Lisa Barlow
Lisa Barlow enters the season with strong bonds, but her friendships quickly flip on their head. Meredith and Lisa promise to have each other's backs, but her relationship with Whitney is permanently threatened after Whitney makes a series of hurtful remarks about Lisa’s status as the group’s villain. Lisa retaliates with claims about the authenticity of Whitney’s business practices. With Jack away on his mission, Lisa is especially hurt when Angie questions how good of a mother she has been.
Angie Katsanevas
Back with props and larger-than-life sunglasses, Angie Katsanevas and husband Shawn put last year’s rumors and nastiness behind them as they celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary. She and Mary are thick as thieves, but her friendship with Lisa is unstable as the two go head-to-head over how good a friend they’ve been to one another.
Britani Bateman
Britani Bateman jois season five as a friend of the cast.
Meili Workman
Meili Workman jois season five as a friend of the cast.
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