If you thought the drama in Orange County had already peaked, Tamra Judge is here to tell you otherwise. The longtime “Real Housewives of Orange County” star is teasing what may be one of the show’s most explosive seasons yet—and it’s all thanks to old rivalries, intense cast trips, and the surprise return of Gretchen Rossi. From lie detector tests to fiery reunions, Judge promises that season 19 is anything but quiet.
Tamra Judge Breaks Down Season 19
During a recent episode of her podcast “Two Ts In A Pod,” which she co-hosts with Teddi Mellencamp and sometimes Dolores Catania, Judge offered a raw glimpse into what viewers can expect this season—and why it hit close to home.
“I think you will see a little bit of a different side to me because I am going through some stuff during filming,” Judge shared. “Obviously, we have somebody that comes back to the show,” she added, referencing the return of her longtime rival Rossi.
Judge didn’t hold back when reflecting on the tension. “I wanted nothing more than to move forward and not deal with (expletive) from 12 to 15 years ago,” she said. “So you’ll see us go through that (expletive). I think it’s good. It’s explosive at times. We have some great trips.”
When asked to describe the season in three words, Judge summed it up as: “It’s riveting, it’s emotional, it’s explosive. Explosive and crazy. I mean, it’s all the things you’d want.”
And based on the season 19 trailer, Judge isn’t exaggerating. A shouting match between her and Rossi gets intense fast. “Twelve years you’ve been going after me!” Judge yells. Rossi fires back, “It’s not the same thing!”
The drama reportedly hit a boiling point in New Orleans, where Judge allegedly quit filming for several days.
The RHOC Season 19 Trailer Reveals Big Lies, Bigger Fights, and Surprising Alliances
The trailer for “The Real Housewives of Orange County” season 19 is packed with tension—and truth is the theme. In one early scene, the cast is hooked up to lie detectors while Shannon Beador warns, “There’s a snake in this group.” Judge doubles down with, “No one likes a liar,” followed by an examiner stating, “She’s not telling the truth.”
The rest of the trailer is pure Bravo chaos. Rossi claims Jennifer Pedranti had an affair, Emily Simpson faces a family crisis, and Heather Dubrow looks for a new home with the help of “Million Dollar Listing’s” Josh Altman.
On top of that, Beador boasts about kissing multiple men in Newport, Judge and Beador accuse newcomer Katie of being a “silent assassin,” and Rossi and Slade Smiley open up about their sex life.
Even Beador—who says she’s in a better place—admits her dynamic with Judge is tense. In an interview with E! News, she said, “We’re at a place right now where we just exist.” But she praised Rossi as “sweet” and “a great addition to the show.”
Season 19 of “The Real Housewives of Orange County” premieres on July 10, 2025, at 9 pm ET/PT.
