'Real Housewives of Dubai': 5 things to know about Bravo's show set in 'City of Gold'
When the 'Real Housewives of Orange County' first premiered in 2006, little did anybody know that a reality show based on the glamorous lives of rich women as they navigated their social butterfly lifestyle would be such a massive success. The overwhelmingly positive response to 'RHOC' led to several spin-off franchises, making the 'Real Housewives' a pop-culture staple. Considering that the USP of 'Real Housewives' is all about affluence and aspirational lifestyle, Bravo couldn't have done a better job when zeroing in on Dubai as its 11th city for the wildly popular reality franchise.
Dubai which has been nicknamed as 'City of Gold' and is home to several billionaires, serves as the perfect backdrop for Bravo's upcoming show 'Real Housewives of Dubai'. Like the rest of the 'Real Housewives franchises, the new show will focus on "a group of women navigating their relationships, careers and supremely lavish and ultra-wealthy lifestyles in the United Arab Emirates." The show's executive producer Andy Cohen explained, "Everything’s bigger in Dubai and I couldn’t be more excited to launch Bravo’s first international Housewives’ series in a city I’ve been fascinated by for years, with an outstanding group of friends as our guides.” While waiting for the premiere of 'Real Housewives of Dubai', you can check out other 'Real Housewives' franchises such as 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills', 'Real Housewives of Potomac', and 'Real Housewives of Atlanta'.
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When does 'RHODubai' premiere and where can you watch it?
'The Real Housewives of Dubai' premieres on Wednesday, June 1 at 9:00 pm ET/PT on Bravo and streams the next day on Peacock.
What is 'RHODubai' all about?
'The Real Housewives of Dubai' follows a dynamic group of lavish women as they run business empires and expertly navigate a highly exclusive social scene within this ultra-luxe Billionaire’s Playground. Whether they’re dining on a mountainside overlooking a valley of 1,000 camels or hosting the wedding event of the year, these ambitious and glamorous women prove everything is more extravagant in the “City of Gold.’” When new group dynamics threaten long-standing friendships, tensions inevitably reach a boiling point, so if you can’t handle the heat... get out of Dubai.
Who stars on 'RHODubai'?
Meet the glamorous ladies of 'RHODubai':
Nina Ali
Born in Lebanon and raised in Texas, Nina Ali is a lifestyle content creator who moved to Dubai in 2011 with her husband, Munaf. After facing significant challenges growing up, Nina values authenticity and prides herself on being the “real deal,” especially when it comes to raising her three children. Though she is supportive of her husband’s lucrative business endeavors, they must decide if the penthouses and personal drivers are worth the many sacrifices.
Chanel Ayan
Dubai’s first Black supermodel Chanel Ayan is a glamorous socialite known for her elegance and enviable style. A fashion and beauty expert, Chanel is a boss on and off the runway. While running her successful talent agency, she is juggling motherhood and a highly anticipated makeup and skincare launch. When Chanel is confronted by demons from both her past and present, she realizes she can only hide behind couture for so long.
Caroline Brooks
The daughter of two immigrant parents from Honduras, Boston-born Caroline Brooks is a proud first-generation American and Afro-Latina with an appetite for business that is larger than life. With the nickname Caroline DXB, she is well-known in the Dubai real estate world and dreams of opening an inclusive spa. Self-made and hyper-driven, she will use any connections – including her ex-husband's – to cement her and her son’s future.
Dr. Sara Al Madani
Born and raised in the UAE, Dr Sara Al Madani straddles two worlds: modern and traditional. After starting her first business at the early age of 15, Sara has become a prolific public speaker and inspiration to young women in the region. Despite all her success, this twice-divorced mom of one is intent on finding the one thing that’s missing in her life: love.
Lesa Milan
Originally from Jamaica, Lesa Milan is living out her dreams in Dubai as a successful fashion designer, devoted wife and loving mother to three. Queen of her household, Lesa is fiercely loyal and puts family first over everything. The former Miss Jamaica winner is proud of her luxury maternity fashion line Mina Roe but fears the success of her brand may come at the cost of her personal life.
Caroline Stanbury
A stylist turned reality star on Bravo’s former series 'Ladies of London', Caroline Stanbury returns to the network with expanded horizons as a luxury brand ambassador and host of the popular relationship podcast 'Divorced Not Dead'. After her break-up, the mother of three found happiness in Dubai with former Real Madrid soccer player Sergio Carallo. However, marrying someone much younger comes with its own set of challenges, especially around the topic of expanding their family.
Who are the showrunners?
'The Real Housewives of Dubai' is produced by Truly Original with Steven Weinstock, Glenda Hersh, Lauren Eskelin, Jamie Jakimo, Brandon Panaligan, Glenda N. Cox and Chelsey Stephens serving as executive producers. Andy Cohen also serves as an executive producer.
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