'Real Housewives of Atlanta': The Yawn Goodbye
April, 09, 2012 6:34 pm | Comments On #Bravo, Real Housewives of Atlanta, Television“Happiness and Joy” was not just the title of last night’s "Real Housewives of Atlanta" season finale; it also served to express the emotions felt by audiences everywhere elated the humdrum of the past few months was over.
It seems the ladies decided to save the venom we missed for the reunion special airing next week. In the meantime, we were forced to sit through another yawn-inducing episode…
Sparing you the filler, I bring you the epilogues:
Kim and Kroy entered wedded bliss on 11/11/11, but haven’t found time for a honeymoon. Kim surprised Kroy with a Porsche that he’ll be making the payments on, because nothing says "I love you" like a big red bow on the gift of a recurring monthly debit from his own bank account.
Phaedra is busy designing a makeup line that...
Read More'Real Housewives of Atlanta': Pushing, Peddling and Plugging
April, 02, 2012 2:48 pm | Comments On #Bravo, Real Housewives of Atlanta, TelevisionWith no real drama captured, Sunday night’s “Real Housewives of Atlanta” on Bravo played like a late night infomercial with each lady hawking their own product -- themselves.

>> NeNe selling herself as an actress. NeNe arrived in Hollywood to begin her journey to an Oscar, but delusion must be her final destination. Yes, NeNe had a meeting with Ryan Murphy, the creator of "Glee," and it obviously went well as she appeared in a guest-starring role. Yes, she’s also in talks to appear in Murphy’s upcoming sitcom pilot. But, someone please tell her how to get...
Read More'Real Housewives of Atlanta': Cynthia and Kim Hug it Out
March, 26, 2012 3:48 pm | Comments On #TelevisionThose that said Kim would never hold a black baby have all had to answer to the wigged one.

This week it was Cynthia. Cynthia and Kim were the only ladies that showed up to Phaedra’s son Ayden’s dedication ceremony. And that provided the perfect setting for those two to hug it out after awkward silences and forced conversations during the reception.
The ceremony itself was replete with flower girls, bell ringers, attendants and more. It was the over-the-top extravagance Phaedra is known for with honorary housewife Dwight in the background making the pomp and circumstance happen.
Ensuring no...
Read More'Real Housewives of Atlanta': It's All About Happy Endings
March, 19, 2012 10:02 am | Comments On #Bravo, Real Housewives of Atlanta, TelevisionLast week on Bravo's "Real Housewives of Atlanta," Cynthia’s one-year anniversary party ended in her sister Malorie’s tears. Peter was thrilled with that ending.
Malorie has finally decided to stop interfering with her sister’s marriage and go back to France to tend to her own wedded bliss. Cynthia was content with that ending.

Happy endings all around, relationships remained the focal point of this episode as Kandi and Kim reconciled, agreeing to leave what was said --or not said-- in South Africa behind them.
NeNe met with a divorce lawyer, but she’s now reconsidering finalizing her...
Read More'Real Housewives of Atlanta': Sweetie's Getting Fired and We're Getting Tired
March, 13, 2012 10:27 am | Comments On #Real Housewives of Atlanta, Television“Sweeeeeeetiiiiiiiieeeeeeeee!!!!”
Crickets.
“Sweeeeeetiiiiiiiieeeeeeeeee!!!!”
Crickets.
Lately, Kim’s cries of “Sweeeeeeettttttttiiiiiieeeeeeeeee!!!” have gone unanswered.
And “Sweeeeeeeeetiiiiiiiiiiieeeeeee” -- Kim’s assistant -- is getting fired.
Someday.
In the meantime, we get to see all the reasons why she won’t be back next season: unauthorized smoke breaks, sitting down on the job and refusing to answer to her new name, Toby.

Sweetie as Kim’s slave was a topic tackled last season and although she...
Read MoreReal Housewives of Atlanta Leave Africa - But Is Kim Really a Racist?
March, 05, 2012 4:04 pm | Comments On #Chima Simone, Real Housewives of Atlanta, Television
The Real Housewives of Atlanta have finally left Africa -- and the resort was so thrilled upon their departure that the ladies were serenaded by the staff who formed a "Soul Train" line to joyfully sing, “Ooooo, you’re going home, yay, you’re going home, so long you high-maintenance bitch.”
Or something like that.
Souvenirs were not the only baggage the women brought home with them. They managed to fit some baby-holding drama in with their individually packed Louboutins and carefully wrapped Oliver Peoples.

Kim wouldn’t hold a black baby, go to an orphanage or involve...
Read More'Real Housewives': From Cape Town Cattiness to Heart-Rending Orphanage Visit
February, 13, 2012 3:46 pm | Comments On #Real Housewives of Atlanta, TelevisionThe South African branch of Central Casting assembled the prettiest of people for the dinner party hosted by Sheree’s friend, Kevin. And we opened last night’s episode with Marlo still going on a tirade because she didn’t get a call back.
Surprisingly, NeNe was the peacemaker, dragging Marlo up the stairs with still no invite in hand and none forthcoming. In turn, Sheree shook off the barbs launched at her bank account, rounded up Kandi and Phaedra, and strutted off to be greeted by African drummers and fire dancers.
Models-slash-Actors-slash-Music Producers-slash-Bartenders-slash-the Handsomely Unemployed gathered to dine and convince the accomplished at the table they were up-and-coming, full of potential and ab-hardening funny.
One flirtatious man in particular didn’t persuade Kandi. She dismissed...
Read MoreChima Simone on 'Real Housewives of Atlanta': Living Big in Cape Town
January, 31, 2012 10:38 am | Comments On #NeNe, Real Housewives, Real Housewives of Atlanta, TelevisionThe housewives of Atlanta landed in Cape Town with a heavy thud. That was the sound of all of their luggage hitting the tarmac. Hauling mass amounts of suitcases, trunks, and carry-ons, the bag ladies were well on their way to constructing a Louis Vuitton village in the south of Africa.
But, village, pillage, the Talls and the Smalls would be living in luxury for the first leg of the trip.
And Phaedra did not disappoint with her well-appointed accommodations. The luxe penthouse impressed all, except Marlo who soon aggravated the poor concierge with her demands to know the names of the housekeepers, what hours they kept, and if their backgrounds were...
'Real Housewives': Even the Airport Turns Out to be a Trip
January, 23, 2012 4:30 pm | Comments On #Real Housewives of Atlanta, TelevisionIt was the talls vs. the smalls in the latest installment of "Real Housewives of Africa."
In one corner, we had Kandi, Phaedra, and Sheree hoping for a lovely vacation. On the other, we had the amazons NeNe and Marlo looming, plotting, and itching for a brawl.
Nene visited Marlo’s house that was outfitted with surveillance cameras so she can catch the cops before they catch her. The police will never bang on her front door again. She won’t have it. The next time they come, she’ll be standing in front of her bedroom door, a little powder on her nose, a M16 rifle in her right hand, and the willingness to fall headfirst into a fountain at the bottom her staircase, in front of a statue reading, "The World is Yours."
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Read More'Real Housewives of Atlanta': Moose Hunting in Africa?
January, 16, 2012 2:33 pm | Comments On #TelevisionKim’s got a gun. NeNe’s got a new pair of shoes. Kandi’s got gossip. Phaedra’s got a trip planned. Cynthia’s got bangs that stop at her hairline.
And Mama Joyce had a plan to break the tense silence between NeNe and Kim.
Fueled by liquid courage she didn’t know she was drinking, Kandi’s mom was intent on reconciling the friendship neither woman cared to have anymore. Both NeNe and Kim managed strained hellos, but the conversation went no further. It was awkward, it was uncomfortable, and soon enough it was thankfully over.
Reconciliation, however, did occur between Apollo and Peter when the “odd couples” met for dinner. No formal apologies were made, but the men were cordial while the ladies discussed a possible girls trip to Africa. Cynthia raved about her time in South...
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Opinionated, passionate, and sometimes controversial, Chima Simone has interviewed celebrities from A to Z-list on the red carpet for various outlets, but she is best known for her stay and dramatic exit from the "Big Brother" house. Simone, not only made many Top Reality TV Moments of 2009, she also received a Really Award nod for Favorite Villain. While she may not have won that title, Simone sure receives an honorable mention as one of the most outspoken houseguest ever. Bringing that same candor to her weekly recaps, there will be -- no need to sit down -- as she keeps you on your toes with her take on reality TV. Follow her on Twitter.
