The Best 'Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills' Seasons, Ranked
Season 2 continued to follow the lives of these high-society women, and Brandi Glanville and Dana Wilkey joined the series. This season was marked by tension between Brandi and the other women, especially when she accused Kim of drug abuse. There was also significant focus on Taylor Armstrong's abusive marriage, which tragically culminated in her husband's suicide.
In season 5, Eileen Davidson and Lisa Rinna joined the group. Much of the season focused on the ongoing tension between Kim and Kyle Richards, and their relationship reached a breaking point during an explosive fight in Amsterdam. Yolanda Hadid's struggle with Lyme disease also became a major topic.
Season 1 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills introduced us to the opulent world of some of Beverly Hills' most affluent women. The season centered around Kim and Kyle Richards, Adrienne Maloof, Lisa Vanderpump, Taylor Armstrong, and Camille Donatacci. The drama unfolded as the women navigated their personal and professional lives, with a particular focus on the strained sisterly relationship between Kim and Kyle, and Camille's high-profile divorce from actor Kelsey Grammer.
In season 3, Yolanda Hadid joined the Beverly Hills housewives. This season was memorable due to the feud between Adrienne Maloof and Brandi Glanville, after Brandi revealed a secret about Adrienne's family. Lisa Vanderpump's friendship with Kyle Richards was also tested, which added another layer of complexity to the existing dynamics.
Season 4 saw the departure of Adrienne Maloof and Taylor Armstrong, while Carlton Gebbia and Joyce Giraud de Ohoven joined. One of the main storylines this season involved a feud between Carlton and Kyle, due to misunderstandings and differences in beliefs. Lisa Vanderpump also found herself at odds with many of the women, which led to a dramatic reunion episode.
Season 7 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills saw the return of housewives Lisa Vanderpump, Kyle Richards, Eileen Davidson, Lisa Rinna, and introduced newcomer Dorit Kemsley. A key storyline followed Lisa and Dorit clashing over accusations and misunderstandings. The season also featured trips to Hong Kong and Mexico, where additional tensions and conflicts emerged.
Season 9 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills was racked with numerous controversies, most memorably the infamous Puppygate scandal involving Dorit Kemsley, Teddi Mellencamp, and Lisa Vanderpump, which led to a significant rift among the ladies. A trip to Provence, France was filled with fun, wine, revelations, and chaos. Camille Grammer's wedding, the shocking climax of emotions between Camille and the other ladies, and the fallout of Vanderpump's long-standing friendship with Kyle also grabbed viewer's attention.
Season 12 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills featured intense emotions and heightened drama, like Erika Jayne's legal issues. It also shed light on struggles faced by Dorit Kemsley following her home invasion. Garcelle Beauvais and Diana Jenkins reached a breaking point in their friendship, and Kyle and Lisa challenged Crystal's contradictory statements. The season ended with a three-part, tension-filled reunion that showed Erika facing her questionable decisions, and Kathy Hilton confronting Erika and Lisa Rinna over their allegations.
Season 11 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills followed Erika Jayne's legal battles and divorce drama. The season also saw the addition of Crystal Minkoff to the cast. The ladies embarked on assorted adventures, including a glamorous trip to Lake Tahoe, a festive Chinese New Year party, and a not-so-relaxing vacation in Del Mar. The season concluded with a gripping four-part reunion that dissected the season's drama, tensions, and revelations, with Erika's legal issues taking center stage.
For season 6, Kathryn Edwards and Erika Girardi joined the series, and Yolanda Hadid left midway through the season. The main conflicts revolved around Lisa Rinna's accusations about Yolanda's health, and the mystery surrounding Erika Girardi's alter ego, Erika Jayne.
In season 10 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, the group indulged in glamorous getaways to Rome, and took part in high-profile events, which added to the glitz and drama. A highlight of the season was Denise's strained friendship with the rest of the ladies, which caused her to skip Dorit's housewarming party. After intense confrontations, revelations, and ceaseless drama, the season ended with a virtual three-part reunion.
Season 8 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills introduced Teddi Mellencamp, and brought in Erika Girardi, Dorit Kemsley, Kyle Richards, Lisa Rinna, Lisa Vanderpump, and others from previous seasons. The season revolved around various drama, including Lisa Rinna's emotional journey to her hometown, the conflicts brewing around Teddi and Dorit, and the group's tumultuous trip to Berlin. Erika received critique for her book, and Kyle opened up about her house burglary, which added more depth to the season.
