The Real Housewives Of Orange County Season 16 Episode 0

Okay, people, let's talk. Let's talk about that episode. You know the one. The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 16 Episode 0.

The "Before They Were (Re)Famous" Show

Technically, it wasn't even really season 16. More like a prequel. A Housewives origin story? Maybe.

It was all about setting the stage. Explaining why we should care about these ladies. Again.

Here's my hot take. My totally unpopular opinion. I kind of liked it! Don't @ me.

I know, I know. "Filler!" "Waste of time!" I hear you. But give me a chance to explain.

Think of it as a refresher. Some of us (me) have the memory of a goldfish. We forgot the drama from five minutes ago, let alone last season.

We got to see the evolution of Shannon Storms Beador. From perfectly coiffed to…well, still perfectly coiffed, but with more tequila.

Then there was Heather Dubrow. She was coming back! And we needed a reminder of why she left in the first place (drama, duh).

And, oh boy, that restaurant build. We had to see that again. You know, the one that took forever!

They introduced us to Noella Bergener. Right away, it was clear she was bringing the chaos.

A whirlwind of legal troubles and… well, let's just say she wasn't shy. At all.

It was like watching a train wreck in slow motion. But you couldn't look away!

Okay, elephant in the room. Where was Tamra Judge? The OG pot-stirrer. Gone but not forgotten.

The show definitely felt her absence. Like a margarita without tequila (blasphemy!).

Sure, the other ladies tried to fill the void. But there's only one Tamra.

Look, I'm not saying it was groundbreaking television. It wasn't winning any Emmys.

But sometimes, you just want a little recap. A little reminder of the crazy that came before.

Plus, it set the stage for the drama to come. And isn't that what we're all here for? Let's be real.

RHOC Season 16 Episode 0: Not essential viewing, maybe. But a fun, fluffy reminder of why we love (and love to hate) these Orange County ladies.

So, grab your wine, settle in, and prepare for the chaos. Because it's coming. And I, for one, am here for it.

Now, tell me. Am I the only one who secretly enjoyed it? Or are there more of us out there?