Okay, let's talk Real Housewives of New York City, Season 13. Specifically, *that* season. You know the one. The one everyone loves to hate?
I'm just gonna say it. I didn't *totally* hate it.
A Season of Change (and a Lot of Weirdness)
Look, I get it. The energy was…different. Dorinda Medley was gone. Sniff. And the pandemic vibes were STRONG. Plus, Eboni K. Williams joining the cast definitely shook things up.
But different doesn't always mean bad, right?
Maybe I'm alone on this island, but I kind of appreciated the shift. It felt…real-ish? As real as reality TV can be, anyway.
The Newcomer: Eboni K. Williams
Okay, let's address the elephant in the room: Eboni. She definitely ruffled feathers. She started conversations. She made people uncomfortable.
And honestly? Good for her! I think the show needed someone to challenge the status quo. Someone to make the other housewives think.
Did it always work? Absolutely not. There were definitely some cringe-worthy moments. But at least it wasn't boring!
The OGs: A Little Off Their Game?
Let's be real, the OG housewives weren't exactly shining. Ramona Singer was...well, Ramona. Need I say more?
And Luann de Lesseps? Still Countess-ing her way through life, one cabaret show at a time. God bless her.
Sonja Tremont Morgan of the Morgan Family...oh Sonja. She was a bit lost, even for Sonja. I do appreciate her always keeping it real.
They all seemed a little…tired? Maybe the pandemic took its toll. Or maybe they just needed a shake-up.
The Drama: Was it *too* heavy?
A lot of people complained that Season 13 was too focused on race and politics. That it wasn't the fun, frivolous escape they were looking for.
And I get that. Sometimes you just want to see rich ladies fighting over seating arrangements at a Hamptons party. But isn't it good to have some substance too?
The conversations might have been uncomfortable, but they were important. It's not easy navigating these topics, especially on camera.
My Unpopular Opinion: It Was Necessary
Here's my hot take: Season 13 was a necessary growing pain for RHONY. It forced the show to confront its own blind spots.
It paved the way for the reboot that we have now. A reboot that, honestly, wouldn't exist without the "mess" of Season 13.
So, yeah, maybe it wasn't the *most* entertaining season. Maybe it was a little heavy-handed at times. But it was real, raw, and ultimately, important for the future of the franchise.
Maybe I'm just a contrarian. Or maybe I just appreciate a little bit of mess. Either way, I'm not ashamed to say: I didn't hate Real Housewives of New York City, Season 13. There, I said it!
Now, bring on the new season and new drama!
