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Top reality TV moments of the week: From Monica Garcia's 'RHOSLC' exit to Jake Chocholous' bombshell revelation

Here is a deep dive into the top reality TV moments of the week

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Reality TV viewers experienced a wide range of emotions this week, with thrilling wins and surprising revelations.

This week, Joey Graziadei started his 'Bachelor' journey as a total of 32 ladies continue to compete for his heart. In the first episode, all the ladies tried to leave their best impressions on the handsome hunk. 

On the other hand, 'Married At First Sight' star Michael Shiakallis tied the knot in a second attempt. Meanwhile, 'RHOSLC' star Monica Garcia left the Bravo show after the Reality Von Tease bombshell. 

'The Trust: A Game of Greed' winner Jake Chocholous dropped a big bombshell. He confessed that he slept with a total of 150 people.

This week, we witnessed Larsa Pippen ruining the cast vacation in Mexico on 'RHOM'.

Monica Garcia leaves 'RHOSLC' after Reality Von Tease bombshell

Monica Garcia will not be appearing in the fifth season of 'The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City', according to TV host Andy Cohen. He revealed this information during an episode of his show on SiriusXM.

Andy Cohen was asked about Monica Garcia's departure from the show. He mentioned that there had been speculation about whether she would continue on the show since the Reality Von Tease reveal, and it has been confirmed that there will be a cooling-off period for her.

He suggested that her departure could be seen as a break. When questioned further, Cohen explained that the reunion is an opportunity for cast members to explain their actions and gain support from the audience and other women on the show. However, he felt that Garcia was unsuccessful in convincing the other women to support her.

Cohen said that he asked everyone their opinion of Monica and they all expressed that they did not trust her. He also asked if there was a future with her, but the answer was no from everyone. Therefore, they decided it would be best to take a break from the situation.

Joey Graziadei had 32 women vying for him in ‘The Bachelor’ 2024

‘The Bachelor’ Season 28 premiered with 32 women looking to win Joey Graziadei’s heart. All have come with one motive in their mind, to win the show and get engaged to the 28-year-old.

As the show premiered, we saw each woman introducing themselves to Joey as they were expecting a rose on the first night.

He instantly became the hot commodity of the week as social media was filled with comments from fans claiming how he is the most handsome and sensitive guy as compared to others leads of the franchise.

One tweeted, “Me watching Joey makeout with all the girls knowing THAT SHOULD BE ME he’s literally the whole package."

Another claimed, "Joey is perfect."

"Joey is soooo cute omg," commented a fan.

"I’ve never been this jealous of the women on #TheBachelor ! Joey is so (an emoji with hearts in it's eyes)," wrote a fan.

"Damn Joey so handsome," another fan claimed.

It is further to be seen who Joey connect will connect with the most in 'The Bachelor' Season 28.

'MAFS' Season 17's jilted groom Michael Shiakallis gets married in his second attempt

'MAFS' Season 17 groom Michael Shiakallis was jilted at the altar after his 'runaway' bride decided to not marry a stranger.

However, therapists decided to give a second chance to Michael and he found what seemed to be a 'perfect' partner.

Michael got married to Chloe Brown and made history with his second chance wedding. Michael seemed to be smitten with Chloe and also planned a future together.

Michael and Chloe's wedding was attended by the Lifetime show's latest season's couple, Brennan Shoykhet and Emily Balch, alongside ex-pair Lauren G and Orion Martzloff.

Clare Kerr was at the wedding to support Michael. Meanwhile, Austin R and Becca Haley had to ditch Michael's wedding as they had to visit their family.

Larsa Pippen brings down 'RHOM's cast trip in Mexico

While drinking and eating a light lunch on their Mexico trip, the women discussed their itinerary, including a gondola ride, the Cathedral Metropolitana, and the Pride celebrations, which included Adriana de Moura's performance of FYAH. 

Larsa Pippen was very delighted for the ladies to see her tequila production. Then, for no apparent reason, Larsa decided to start slinging shade. She criticized Alexia Nepola for being unsupportive of her enterprises in the past.

Indeed, in Season 5, when Larsa was pushing a dog collar on her friends, Alexia revealed that it always seemed like Larsa was selling to them at their gatherings. Larsa revealed that Alexia's remarks had hurt her feelings. This caught the group off guard. 

Marysol Patton felt the heat and decided to go and lie down. Alexia and Larsa started arguing for minutes on end. Larsa rose up again, unprompted, and began yelling. It was difficult not to perceive this drama as contrived on Larsa's behalf. In a confessional, Kiki Barth wiped her eyes with a vibrator, mimicking Larsa with a bemused expression.

As the girls prepared for their night out, Kiki informed Guerdy Abraira of some sad news.

As it came up, Larsa stated that she would not "shed fake tears like some of us." Our very own headline appeared on-screen. Her co-stars soon construed that as an assault on Guerdy.

Guerdy was taken aback by Larsa's recent statements. Nevertheless, when the group convened downstairs for drinks, Guerdy refrained from approaching Larsa.

Speaking of timing, Kiki was prepared to stir the pot when the subject went to Larsa's altercation with Alexia earlier that day.

Larsa voiced her disappointment that Alexia couldn't be supportive of her. Kiki stated that she was "triggered" by Larsa's hypocrisy because she did not attend the Swim Week afterparty to offer solidarity. Larsa's excuse? "You know I was on antibiotics, right?"

Kiki admitted she wasn't seeing any progress with Larsa as a friend.

Larsa stated that she had previously gotten Kiki a present to make amends, and Kiki was not upset about it. Larsa proposed playing a game to relieve some of the unpleasant tension later at a dinner.

It's not a bad idea. Except, the game she proposed was truth or dare. When it was Guerdy's turn, Larsa chose the truth, and Guerdy questioned her about the "fake tears". Kiki sighed.

Guerdy and Larsa brought up the false dispute again, and Alexia was ashamed that her artist friend had to put up with it. Even Marysol noted that Larsa didn't know when to back down. Larsa, on her part, felt like she had been "dodging bullets all day" and was "sick of being everyone's punching bag".

'The Trust: A Game of Greed' winner Jake Chocholous confesses he slept with 150 people

The winner of 'The Trust: A Game of Greed', Jake Chocholous, has confessed to having sexual encounters with 150 individuals, which surprised fans of the show.

In an episode of the Netflix show, participants played a game where they shared secrets and tried to guess who wrote them.

One person was suspected of having slept with 150 people because of their open discussion about past relationships.

During a confession video for the Netflix show, Simone Stewart denied being responsible for something that everyone believes she did.

Gaspare Randazzo admitted to wanting to sleep with 150 people but not being able to. Jake was hesitant to admit if the secret was his, but eventually confessed that it was.