Kate Adams

Dr. Kate Adams is a current main cast member on The Real Housewives of Sydney.

Biography[]

According to Foxtel.com, "Dr Kate is a trailblazing, blonde bombshell in her late 30s with an inspiring professional track record. Entirely self-made, Kate is a savvy entrepreneur who ventured into start-ups before selling to focus on her pet project and globally-famous practice, Bondi Vet Hospital. Although one of Kate’s big-ticket purchases was a property for herself in one of Sydney’s finest coastal suburbs, she is a far cry from a beach bum."^[1]

Casting[]

Adams joined The Real Housewives of Sydney in its second season.

Synopsis[]

Season 2[]

"Dr Kate is a trailblazer in her late 30s with an inspiring professional track record. Entirely self-made, Kate is a savvy entrepreneur who ventured into startups before selling to focus on her pet project and globally-famous practice, Bondi Vet Hospital. Kate’s no-nonsense attitude is only equalled by her well-curated closet of designer clothing. Engaged twice, she is currently flying solo, happily exploring the dating scene with all its swiping and dining. A fearless and frank Aries, Kate remains open to love while unbothered by any intimidation her confidence, looks, or success may cause. Kate loves her friends, her cats, and her independence and is living her best life on her own terms."^[2]

Season 3[]

"Kate is a trailblazing blonde bombshell with an inspiring career. A self-made entrepreneur, she transitioned from start-ups to building the globally-renowned Bondi Vet Hospital. Though she owns a stunning coastal property, Kate’s no beach bum - her no-nonsense attitude matches her designer wardrobe. Twice engaged, she’s now happily navigating the dating scene. Fearless and confident, Kate embraces life as a frank Aries, loving her friends, cats, and independence while remaining open to love on her own terms."^[3]

Storylines[]

Single Life[]

Season 2[]

In The Whole Eastern Suburbs Thing, Kate is single and she talks about dating life with Caroline. Kate goes on a blind date in Role Models, it did not work out. Kate has drinks with her friend Jacquie, who has a baby formula business in Friend or Faux. Jacquie is also a "love expert". Kate tells her about fur coat gate. Kate thinks Victoria is only launching cashmere to avoid getting cancelled. Kate is a bit unsure about the next steps in her life, Jacquie encourages her to start dating. Kate agrees.

Professional Endeavors[]

Kate reveals she had taken a break from veterinary science before and worked in private equity finance in There's No Place Like Home. She also worked for the child sexual abuse bureau commission as chief of staff.

Friendships[]

Victoria Montano[]

Season 2[]

In The Whole Eastern Suburbs Thing, Victoria has a passion in fashion, she owns a fashion brand, she does not shy away from fur. At Nicole's Arabian Nights dinner in Role Models, Caroline expresses doubts regarding if women can achieve success in both their professional lives and motherhood simultaneously, to the disbelief of other ladies. Argument continues. Kate defends Caroline from her own experience of toxic childhood, the bitter divorce of her parents and her career driven mother. Victoria points out the hypocrisy of Kate being career driven as well, although Kate does not have children. Krissy calls Kate an onion to her face and tell her what it means in Rock the Boat. Kate confronts Krissy about the lesbian jokes at Nicole's dinner. Krissy brings up a joke Kate made about kissing and remains defensive. Victoria thinks Kate's timing is wrong.

Krissy asks Kate if she's genuinely offended by people who wear real fur in I'd Rather Be in Switzerland. Caroline and Kate affirm, Kate states animals are often electrocuted for their fur, which is an unpleasant way to go. Terry mentions some of them are "skinned alive". Kate reiterates that she does not agree with those who wear real fur. Victoria states that the ladies know she sells real fur, and if they disagree they must not wear any animal products or eat meat. Victoria thinks real fur coats are valuable purchases only made once or twice in a life time, and is passed down as heirlooms. Kate brings up that is the same argument people make for ivory. The ladies agree to disagree on the topic. Victoria states she ethically sources her fur from Europe and Turkey, where the animals were farm raised.

Terry, Kate, and Victoria are on their way to Aussie Ark in Dressed to Killcare. Kate confronts Victoria on wearing real fur to a wildlife sanctuary. Victoria is defensive, and thinks Kate should have confronted her prior to leaving when she still had a chance to change. Terry questions Victoria on whether she has considered it'd be inappropriate to wear real fur to a wildlife conservatory. Argument ensued, Terry suggests Victoria taking the fur collar off, Victoria agrees. Terry thinks Victoria still has an attitude, Victoria is surprised by Terry taking Kate's side and feels attacked. Victoria apologizes to Kate and takes the fur collar off.

After visiting the wildlife conservatory, Victoria, Krissy, Caroline, and Nicole go off on their own to get drinks instead of attending Kate's planned massages. Victoria initiates the idea as she feels attacked by Kate earlier and does not want to spend time with Kate. Victoria feels ambushed by Kate and Terry. The ladies agree with Victoria, Victoria is furious about the outfit change mandated by Kate. Meanwhile, Sally inquires about Victoria with Kate and Terry, who seemed upset at the park. Kate and Terry deny attacking Victoria.

The ladies have drinks before the meatless BBQ dinner. Victoria does not eat and rejects the plate publicly. Victoria brings up the fur argument, she feels insulted by Kate. Krissy asks if there's a sign stating no real fur allowed, Sally asks Krissy to not overstep the argument. Kate argues with Krissy, Victoria interrupts, Kate asks Victoria to not interrupt. Kate states the conversation was held in the car instead of publicly. Nicole suggests Kate should have sent out a group text forbidding fur. Kate and Nicole argue, Nicole thinks Kate waited until they were leaving and attacked Victoria. Nicole accuses Kate for being a hypocrite while wearing down feather, which Kate claims to be ethically sourced. Victoria states Kate called her out last night at dinner regarding her ethically sourced fur, in which there's no official regulations to declare "ethically sourced". Victoria brings up Caroline is wearing ostrich feathers, and states everyone should stop being judgmental. Victoria excuses herself, thanking Kate for the weekend and asking Nicole to drive her to the hospital to see her dad. The next day after the explosive dinner, Sally checks in on Kate, Kate is sad since Victoria and her had a good fledgling friendship. Kate starts crying and Sally consoles her. Kate expresses she wishes to still be friends with Victoria at lunch.

Sally checks in with Nicole in Friend or Faux, who left the trip early with Victoria over drinks. Nicole states Victoria was on the phone with her mother a lot, trying to find out more about her father's health situation. Victoria felt Kate could have confronted her about the coat prior to them riding together. Sally feels Kate is offended by the fur coat as they were going to a conservation park. Nicole thinks Victoria feels ambushed and betrayed by Terry for not backing her up. They hope Terry and Victoria make up at Victoria's upcoming event. It is unsure whether Kate will attend. Victoria feels attacked by Kate and betrayed by Terry. However, Victoria is willing to talk things through with Kate. Victoria has decided to halt orders on furs and focus on cashmere instead. She works on designs with her mother Lesley while her daughter Theodora plays close by. Victoria is not pro fur or anti fur and will still wear both real and faux fur. Terry has dinner with Victoria. Terry apologizes for making Victoria feel bad. Victoria accepts the apology. They make up, Victoria hopes she can iron things out with Kate as well. They call Kate, Victoria invites Kate to her event. Kate does not accept the invitation and attempts to continue their argument. Victoria hangs up on Kate. Kate has drinks with her friend Jacquie and tells her about fur coat gate. Kate thinks Victoria is only launching cashmere to avoid getting cancelled. Caroline and Krissy talk about Kate's absence at Victoria's Cashmere launch party. They plan on bringing them together to hash things out. Victoria reveals she found out her father is in the hospital when they arrived in Killcare but she didn't want to leave because of "so much effort" put in by Kate. Victoria also states she doesn't want to tell the ladies the "aggressive" way Kate had spoken to her on the phone, so she only told Krissy and Nicole. Victoria thinks Kate had "minimized her business" and faux fur has a huge impact on the environment. Victoria starts getting upset discussing Kate and announces caviar to lighten the mood. Victoria makes the announcement of Sports Luxe winter coats being made from cashmere, she attributes the collection to Kate and names it "the Kate coat". Sally is unsure if it's a dig as Victoria and Kate just had a blow out fight, and Victoria had not asked Kate for permission to name it after her. Caroline thinks it's a "publicity stunt", but the intention is there. Victoria also announces that a percentage of proceed will go to a charity of Kate's choice.

Caroline, Sally, and Kate have dinner and Kate has noticed that Victoria pulled the fur products from her website. Kate is ecstatic when Sally relays to her about the Kate coat and charity donations. However, Sally and Caroline feel Victoria is pulling a "publicity stunt" and the speech is "condescending". Caroline thinks Victoria is a bit "detached" from reality. Kate agrees. Caroline tells Kate about her and Krissy's plan of bringing Kate and Victoria together. Kate welcomes the idea but wants a mediator present. Sally says Caroline looks like Angela Lansbury in her blue fedora get up. Kate Facetimes and refreshes Terry, who's in Portugal on what's going on. Terry agrees Kate and Victoria should have a sit down. Krissy and Victoria arrive first for lunch with Caroline and Kate. Victoria still feels "set up" by Kate. Caroline picks Kate up for the lunch. Kate is in her vet scrubs, Caroline thinks that's a statement. Kate wants to find out if Victoria truly had a change of heart or if it's really all a publicity stunt. Caroline urges Kate to resolve the issues.

RHOSydney S02E06 Screenshot 28 — Kate (in scrubs) arguing with Krissy (second right) and Victoria (right)

The ladies are all together for lunch. Krissy thinks Kate wearing her vet scrubs is "preemptive and planned". Kate thanks Victoria for not wearing fur. Caroline facilitates the conversation along. Victoria extends the olive branch, Kate refuses and calls Victoria a "reformed Cruella instead of a regular Cruella". Kate doesn't feel Victoria is being genuine. Krissy defends Victoria, Krissy and Victoria start arguing. Victoria states she does mean everything she said, she thinks Kate does not respect her as a business woman, or respects her at all. Kate argues that Victoria disrespected her when she wore a fur coat to the conservation camp. Krissy jumps in and they argue. Caroline again tries to move things along. Victoria apologizes again, Kate doesn't let things go. Kate thinks people look up to Victoria and will think wearing fur is okay if Victoria does so. Kate doesn't want her name involved with Victoria's business. Krissy interrupts and Kate tells her to "shut up". Caroline thinks Kate is a bit too hard on Victoria in her confessional, but still defends Kate at the lunch. Krissy and Victoria don't know how to move forward with Kate.

RHOSydney S02E07 Screenshot 4 — Kate with Sally (off screen)

Kate picks Sally up for coffee in This is Going to Require Some Vodka. Kate needs Sally as an ally as Terry is in Europe. Sally tells Kate she's launching skincare as part of her health and wellness brand Swiish. Sally has been working on it for 2 years with her sister Maha. It's going to have a launch party on a yacht. Kate updates Sally on what happened at the lunch with Victoria. Sally thinks Victoria is taking steps in the right direction. Kate doesn't know whether Victoria is being genuine, but she knows she's disappointed. Sally reminds Kate at the end of the day, Victoria is an adult and is free to do as she wish. Kate feels Krissy kept "interject(ing)" herself at lunch. Kate promises Sally that she will not make a scene at her launch party. Victoria Facetimes in as the ladies settle down to eat at Krissy's cooking class. Kate and Victoria are cordial.

Nicole visits Victoria and gives her a souvenir from Japan in There's No Place Like Home. They tell each other about their trips, especially Nicole's confrontation with Terry. Nicole feels the closer Terry is to Kate, the further she is from them. Victoria misses Terry, Nicole is hopeful of regaining her friendship with Terry. Victoria looks forward to see Kate and confronting her. Victoria wants Kate to know that friendships do not come with terms and conditions. Nicole's daughters teach Sally and Victoria's children how to fence. Victoria feels that she didn't stand up to Kate properly, and it's something she needs to work on. Kate and Terry have a picnic at the park, Kate wants to focus on the fur issue, but not Victoria. Kate thinks Victoria and her can actually be good friends. Terry admires how driven Kate is and she thinks Victoria and Kate can move forward. Victoria gets ready for the No Place Like Home party. She tells her mother Lesley that she's excited to see Terry. Victoria is nervous to confront Kate and rehearses her speech with Lesley. At the party, Victoria joins Kate and Terry, sending Terry off for a drink to have a conversation with Kate. Victoria expresses the desire of friendship, Kate agrees, especially that furgate should've been a private conversation. They agree to be transparent and move forward.

Furgate is discussed in Reunion, Victoria still feels set up by Terry and Kate on the way to the conservation camp, where she had no allies to back her up. Terry and Victoria argue, Joel interrupts and Terry continues. Joel cuts in again and a clip of Victoria talking about having great chemistry with Kate on his podcast rolls. Kate reiterates that her feeling regarding fur is separate from her feeling toward Victoria. Victoria thinks Kate brings different "values" that jeopardizes the "integrity" of Housewives. Victoria thinks that she can provide luxury on Housewives but not "wokeness".

Krissy Marsh[]

Season 2[]

Caroline states Krissy and her interacted once and Krissy made a comment which she interpreted as an insult in The Whole Eastern Suburbs Thing. Caroline invites Kate to Terry's lunch, she tells Kate that Krissy asked if Caroline was a porn star when they first met, to which she took as a compliment. Kate has met Krissy as a client, and they did not get along. At Terry's lunch, Krissy pretended to not have met Kate. Kate reveals Krissy's comment to Sally. Kate thinks Caroline is anxious about seeing Krissy, hence bringing Kate along. Kate brings up Krissy's comment about Caroline, to Caroline's surprise. Caroline diffuses the situation as Krissy denies making the comment. Krissy cracks jokes while Terry brought up the unfortunate situation in which Caroline and Kate met, Kate is offended. The lunch commences, the ladies talk about Kate's dating life. Krissy encouraged Kate that she will find the right person, Kate takes offense in the concept of a partner is required for happiness.

Kate visits Caroline's and they talk about Terry's lunch in Role Models. Kate apologizes for bringing up the porn star comment, and she does not believe Krissy's denial of the comment. Kate tells Caroline that Krissy pretended not to know her, but tells Caroline to not bring it up at Nicole's dinner. Later on at Nicole's Arabian Nights dinner, Caroline expresses doubts regarding if women can achieve success in both their professional lives and motherhood simultaneously, to the disbelief of other ladies. Argument continues. Kate defends Caroline from her own experience of toxic childhood, the bitter divorce of her parents and her career driven mother. The ladies console Kate and suggest counseling. Krissy is horrified and is personally offended as a working mother. Krissy brings up Kate's birthday party and encourages the ladies to bring single men for her. When Kate refutes Krissy makes insinuation of lesbian jokes, which Kate does not take kindly to. Krissy inquires Kate in how many people is she currently dating in an obliviously offensive manner. Kate takes offense and Caroline defends Kate.

Terry joins Krissy to jewelry shop for Krissy's upcoming 22nd year anniversary in Rock the Boat. Krissy thinks Caroline is great, but Kate is a Debbie downer for bringing up her rough relationship with her mother at Nicole's dinner. Krissy complains about Kate to Nicole for the mom comments. They talk about Kate's Festival Birthday Party and Krissy brings up Kate dating multiple guys, and walking into a conversation about "tonguing" at Nicole's dinner. Krissy tells the ladies minus Kate and Caroline that she thinks Kate is an onion at Kate's birthday party, because every layer is the same. Krissy calls Terry Switzerland again as Terry defends Kate. Krissy thinks Kate has put up many walls and it's hard to get to know her. Krissy calls Kate an onion to her face and tell her what it means. Kate confronts Krissy about the lesbian jokes at Nicole's dinner. Krissy brings up a joke Kate made about kissing and remains defensive. Krissy takes responsibility and Kate hopes to move on with Krissy.

Nicole calls Krissy in I'd Rather Be in Switzerland and Krissy is not sure about attending the trip due to her argument with Kate at her 40th birthday party in the previous episode. Nicole encourages Krissy to go and clear the air with Kate. Nicole, who's driving herself tells the Kate, Terry, and Victoria that Krissy is not coming because she's uncomfortable that Kate confronted her about the lesbian comments. As the ladies arrive at their vacation home and start picking rooms, Nicole mentions Krissy might still change her mind and join. Terry thinks the ladies should encourage Krissy to come together. They tour the rooms and Nicole takes the room with two beds in case Krissy changes her mind. Nicole and Victoria call Krissy and ask her to come. Krissy is still uncomfortable, Victoria explains to Krissy that Kate doesn't feels close enough to her for Krissy to make the jokes she did. Victoria suggests Krissy just apologize even if she doesn't mean it, Krissy refuses. Caroline asks Nicole if Krissy is going to come aside before dinner on the trip in I'd Rather Be in Switzerland . Nicole reiterated Krissy feels uncomfortable, Nicole thinks Kate has brushed it off and not mad about the lesbian jokes anymore. Caroline tells Nicole Kate is still mad, in addition of the onion comment. Nicole defends Krissy. They think Krissy and Kate just need to talk.

Krissy enters the house without telling anyone, surprising the ladies. Krissy brings up the lesbian jokes right away, Kate explains that they weren't close enough for Krissy to make those jokes. Kate had to fish an apology out of Krissy, who remains defensive. Sally thinks the issue will come up again as she has heard from Caroline about how upset Kate is. Krissy and Nicole go to check out their room, Nicole tells Krissy that Kate is genuinely upset, Krissy is confused about where the lesbian joke came from, as Kate was the one who made the joke about "tonguing" as revealed in flashbacks in Role Models. Nicole brings up the onion comment, Krissy doesn't think it's offensive.

At dinner, Krissy brings up her issue with Kate, which the ladies thought they resolved. Kate says she's not offended, Nicole says according to Caroline Kate was furious. Terry steps in and wants the ladies to just move on. Terry tells the ladies that Krissy called Kate "moaning Lisa" (while anniversary jewelry shopping in Role Models). Krissy and Kate argue. Kate takes offense in Krissy commenting on her relationships, Krissy explains she's just making conversations. Caroline is confused on if Kate is offended or not. Krissy feels attacked and starts crying, Kate thinks Krissy is playing the victim in her confessional. Kate thanks Krissy for coming and the ladies seem to move on.

The ladies have drinks before the meatless BBQ dinner. Victoria brings up the fur argument, she feels insulted by Kate. Krissy supports Victoria. Krissy asks if there's a sign stating no real fur allowed, Sally asks Krissy to not overstep the argument. Kate argues with Krissy, Victoria interrupts, Kate asks Victoria to not interrupt. Krissy interrupts again, Kate states the conversation was held in the car instead of publicly. Victoria brings up Caroline is wearing ostrich feathers, and states everyone should stop being judgmental. Krissy claps and Kate sees it as Krissy supporting wearing real fur. Krissy deflects and says she supports Victoria's choices and Kate is being too harsh. Victoria excuses herself, thanking Kate for the weekend and asking Nicole to drive her to the hospital to see her dad.

Caroline and Krissy talk about Kate's absence at Victoria's Cashmere launch party in Friend or Faux. They plan on bringing them together to hash things out. Krissy and Victoria arrive first for lunch with Caroline and Kate. Victoria still feels "set up" by Kate. Caroline picks Kate up for the lunch. Kate is in her vet scrubs, Caroline thinks that's a statement. Kate wants to find out if Victoria truly had a change of heart or if it's really all a publicity stunt. Caroline urges Kate to resolve the issues.

The ladies are all together for lunch. Krissy thinks Kate wearing her vet scrubs is "preemptive and planned". Kate thanks Victoria for not wearing fur. Caroline facilitates the conversation along. Victoria extends the olive branch, Kate refuses and calls Victoria a "reformed Cruella instead of a regular Cruella". Kate doesn't feel Victoria is being genuine. Krissy defends Victoria, Krissy and Victoria start arguing. Victoria states she does mean everything she said, she thinks Kate does not respect her as a business woman, or respects her at all. Kate argues that Victoria disrespected her when she wore a fur coat to the conservation camp. Krissy jumps in and they argue. Caroline again tries to move things along. Victoria apologizes again, Kate doesn't let things go. Kate thinks people look up to Victoria and will think wearing fur is okay if Victoria does so. Kate doesn't want her name involved with Victoria's business. Krissy interrupts and Kate tells her to "shut up". Caroline thinks Kate is a bit too hard on Victoria in her confessional, but still defends Kate at the lunch. Krissy and Victoria don't know how to move forward with Kate.

Kate picks Sally up for coffee in This is Going to Require Some Vodka. Kate needs Sally as an ally as Terry is in Europe. Sally tells Kate she's launching skincare as part of her health and wellness brand Swiish. Sally has been working on it for 2 years with her sister Maha. It's going to have a launch party on a yacht. Kate updates Sally on what happened at the lunch with Victoria. Sally thinks Victoria is taking steps in the right direction. Kate doesn't know whether Victoria is being genuine, but she knows she's disappointed. Sally reminds Kate at the end of the day, Victoria is an adult and is free to do as she wish. Kate feels Krissy kept "interject(ing)" herself at lunch. Kate promises Sally that she will not make a scene at her launch party.

Krissy invites Victoria out on her boat. Krissy thinks Caroline and her owe Victoria an apology for making Victoria go to lunch with Kate. Victoria feels "helpless" regarding moving forward with Kate. Krissy and Victoria are shocked by Kate's behavior. Victoria is celebrating her 40th birthday in St Tropez, following a tour to Monaco and Italy with her family. Therefore she won't be able to attend Sally's skincare launch. Victoria reveals that Kate called her "Cruella" at lunch yesterday, and she actually went as Cruella for Halloween for 8 years as a child. Krissy and Kate do not greet each other at Sally's Swiish skincare launch party. The ladies make Krissy's Vongole Pasta at her cooking class. Kate likes cooking as much as she likes Krissy, however, they have fun together as Krissy helps Kate out. Kate doesn't like Krissy's flirtatious sex jokes, especially about Krissy's husband Johnny. Krissy thinks Kate and her had made good progress.

Kate talks about her previous engagement at dinner in Tokyo Rift. The ladies are glad that Kate is opening up. Krissy tells Kate that she puts up barriers and encourages her to open up. Terry, Sally, and Nicole disagree with Krissy. Caroline thinks Krissy is right. Sally thinks Krissy and Kate just have really different personalities. Terry defends Kate, Krissy is surprised by Terry. Next morning, Caroline tells Krissy how she got lost in the hotel after getting drunk from sake at dinner. Krissy thinks Kate was upset at Terry at dinner. Caroline did not "notice the tension".

Terry and Kate talk about Terry and Krissy's argument last night at the club in Terry-Aki Beef. Terry tells Kate Krissy feels she picks Kate over her. Kate thinks Krissy wants Terry to "side with her" unconditionally. They are determined to have a good time on the trip despite the drama. In Reunion Kate tells Krissy to "f*ck off" when Krissy complimented her hair as the ladies are getting ready.

Caroline Gaultier[]

Season 2[]

In The Whole Eastern Suburbs Thing, Caroline and Kate are good friends, and met when unfortunately Caroline had to put her dog down as Kate is a veterinarian. Caroline invites Kate to Terry's lunch, she tells Kate that Krissy asked if Caroline was a porn star when they first met, to which she took as a compliment. At Terry's lunch, Kate reveals Krissy's comment to Sally. Kate thinks Caroline is anxious about seeing Krissy, hence bringing Kate along. Kate brings up Krissy's comment about Caroline, to Caroline's surprise. Caroline diffuses the situation as Krissy denies making the comment.

Caroline and Terry talk about the porn star comment over drinks in Role Models. Caroline thinks everyone is taking it more serious than her, and she gives Krissy a benefit of doubt in denying making the comment. Kate visits Caroline's and they talk about Terry's lunch. Kate apologizes for bringing up the porn star comment, and she does not believe Krissy's denial of the comment. Kate tells Caroline that Krissy pretended not to know her, but tells Caroline to not bring it up at Nicole's dinner. Later on at Nicole's Arabian Nights dinner, Caroline offers to plan Kate's birthday for her, specifically festival themed, which Kate is unsure about.

Kate and Caroline shop for costumes for Kate's Festival Birthday Party in Rock the Boat. Kate wants to know if the feathers in the shop are ethically sourced. They connect on being the only single people in the group. Kate is offended by some of Krissy's questions about her dating life. Kate loves her 40th birthday party planned by Caroline and appreciates Caroline for planning and being a good friend.

Caroline asks Nicole if Krissy is going to come aside before dinner on the trip in I'd Rather Be in Switzerland . Nicole reiterated Krissy feels uncomfortable, Nicole thinks Kate has brushed it off and not mad about the lesbian jokes anymore. Caroline tells Nicole Kate is still mad, in addition of the onion comment. Nicole defends Krissy. They think Krissy and Kate just need to talk. At dinner, Krissy brings up her issue with Kate, which the ladies thought they resolved. Kate says she's not offended, Nicole says according to Caroline Kate was furious. Kate accuses Sally of "sh*t stirring" when Sally insinuated Kate is not actually okay with moving on and should just say what's on her mind. Sally apologizes with Caroline backing Kate. Caroline thinks Kate is going back and forth on her feeling on the situation and she will be forced to join Terry in Switzerland if it continues. Krissy and Kate argue. Kate takes offense in Krissy commenting on her relationships, Krissy explains she's just making conversations. Caroline is confused on if Kate is offended or not.

Caroline and Krissy connect in Dressed to Killcare, Caroline thinks it's weird Victoria and Nicole just left, and Kate had the right to ask Victoria to take the fur collar off. Krissy tries to persuade Caroline into thinking Kate should've checked up on what the ladies were wearing before leaving. Caroline and Krissy talk about Kate's absence at Victoria's Cashmere launch party in Friend or Faux. They plan on bringing them together to hash things out. Caroline, Sally, and Kate have dinner and Kate has noticed that Victoria pulled the fur products from her website. Kate is ecstatic when Sally relays to her about the Kate coat and charity donations. However, Sally and Caroline feel Victoria is pulling a "publicity stunt" and the speech is "condescending". Caroline thinks Victoria is a bit "detached" from reality. Kate agrees. Caroline tells Kate about her and Krissy's plan of bringing Kate and Victoria together. Kate welcomes the idea but wants a mediator present. Sally says Caroline looks like Angela Lansbury in her blue fedora get up.

Krissy and Victoria arrive first for lunch with Caroline and Kate. Victoria still feels "set up" by Kate. Caroline picks Kate up for the lunch. Kate is in her vet scrubs, Caroline thinks that's a statement. Kate wants to find out if Victoria truly had a change of heart or if it's really all a publicity stunt. Caroline urges Kate to resolve the issues.

The ladies are all together for lunch. Krissy thinks Kate wearing her vet scrubs is "preemptive and planned". Kate thanks Victoria for not wearing fur. Caroline facilitates the conversation along. Victoria extends the olive branch, Kate refuses and calls Victoria a "reformed Cruella instead of a regular Cruella". Kate doesn't feel Victoria is being genuine. Krissy defends Victoria, Krissy and Victoria start arguing. Victoria states she does mean everything she said, she thinks Kate does not respect her as a business woman, or respects her at all. Kate argues that Victoria disrespected her when she wore a fur coat to the conservation camp. Krissy jumps in and they argue. Caroline again tries to move things along. Victoria apologizes again, Kate doesn't let things go. Kate thinks people look up to Victoria and will think wearing fur is okay if Victoria does so. Kate doesn't want her name involved with Victoria's business. Krissy interrupts and Kate tells her to "shut up". Caroline thinks Kate is a bit too hard on Victoria in her confessional, but still defends Kate at the lunch. Krissy and Victoria don't know how to move forward with Kate.

Caroline receives a phone call from her sister that her mother had passed out and was admitted to the hospital in This is Going to Require Some Vodka. After emergency surgery, they find out she has stomach cancer. She has 6 months to a year. Kate consoles her, and reveals that her dad also passed away from stomach cancer. They grieve. Sally joins them and comforts Caroline. Sally offers them a new perspective as Sally was in Caroline's mother's situation. Sally reminds Caroline that her mother will be worrying for her kids the most. They lament the fragility of life, everyone rally around her. Nicole reveals that her father passed away due to cancer as well.

Nicole's Arabian Dinner is revisited in Reunion, Caroline and Kate believing motherhood and professional careers cannot co-exist come from their personal experiences. Kate states she doesn't really have an opinion on this, to which Caroline disagrees. Kate thinks her opinion is only shaped by her mother. Kate says "never say never" on having kids, but she's getting to the age where she has to start thinking about it.

RHOSydney S02E11 Screenshot 13 — Caroline (right) arguing with Kate

Terry and Kate's flourishing friendship is discussed. Caroline thinks people come out the show with certain "intentions". Caroline speaks in riddles, Victoria and Joel urge her to speak her mind. Caroline thinks Kate inserts herself into storylines, and took advantage of her, at her especially vulnerable moment of discovering her mother's cancer diagnosis. Kate is confused and apologizes, Caroline is very angry. Kate considers Caroline as a friend, Caroline states she has developed a "resentment" toward her and accuses Kate of "wiping away fake tears".

Nicole O'Neil[]

Season 2[]

Nicole calls Krissy in I'd Rather Be in Switzerland and Krissy is not sure about attending the trip due to her argument with Kate at her 40th birthday party in the previous episode. Nicole encourages Krissy to go and clear the air with Kate. Nicole, who's driving herself tells the Kate, Terry, and Victoria that Krissy is not coming because she's uncomfortable that Kate confronted her about the lesbian comments. As the ladies arrive at their vacation home and start picking rooms, Nicole mentions Krissy might still change her mind and join. Terry thinks the ladies should encourage Krissy to come together. They tour the rooms and Nicole takes the room with two beds in case Krissy changes her mind. Nicole and Victoria call Krissy and ask her to come. Krissy is still uncomfortable, Victoria explains to Krissy that Kate doesn't feels close enough to her for Krissy to make the jokes she did. Victoria suggests Krissy just apologize even if she doesn't mean it, Krissy refuses. Caroline asks Nicole if Krissy is going to come aside before dinner on the trip in I'd Rather Be in Switzerland . Nicole reiterated Krissy feels uncomfortable, Nicole thinks Kate has brushed it off and not mad about the lesbian jokes anymore. Caroline tells Nicole Kate is still mad, in addition of the onion comment. Nicole defends Krissy. They think Krissy and Kate just need to talk.

Krissy enters the house without telling anyone, surprising the ladies. Krissy brings up the lesbian jokes right away, Kate explains that they weren't close enough for Krissy to make those jokes. Kate had to fish an apology out of Krissy, who remains defensive. Sally thinks the issue will come up again as she has heard from Caroline about how upset Kate is. Krissy and Nicole go to check out their room, Nicole tells Krissy that Kate is genuinely upset, Krissy is confused about where the lesbian joke came from, as Kate was the one who made the joke about "tonguing" as revealed in flashbacks in Role Models. Nicole brings up the onion comment, Krissy doesn't think it's offensive. Nicole suggests Kate should have sent out a group text forbidding fur during Kate and Victoria's argument in Dressed to Killcare. Kate and Nicole argue, Nicole thinks Kate waited until they were leaving and attacked Victoria. Nicole accuses Kate for being a hypocrite while wearing down feather, which Kate claims to be ethically sourced.

Sally checks in with Nicole in Friend or Faux, who left the trip early with Victoria over drinks. Nicole states Victoria was on the phone with her mother a lot, trying to find out more about her father's health situation. Victoria felt Kate could have confronted her about the coat prior to them riding together. Sally feels Kate is offended by the fur coat as they were going to a conservation park. Nicole thinks Victoria feels ambushed and betrayed by Terry for not backing her up. They hope Terry and Victoria make up at Victoria's upcoming event. It is unsure whether Kate will attend.

Nicole finds Kate and checks in with her at Sally's Swiish skincare launch party in This is Going to Require Some Vodka. Nicole tells Kate about Nawal leaving while Kate is wary as they have not had a one on one before. Nicole asks Kate about the lunch and attempts to nudge Kate and Victoria in the right direction. Kate doesn't want to discuss it with Nicole, wanting to keep the no drama promise with Sally. Nicole thinks Kate is misinterpreting her intention and not trying to start a fight. Sally visits Kate with lunch at her vet clinic. Nicole had told Sally that Kate shut her down at Sally's skincare launch over the phone. Sally wants to see if she can encourage Kate to have a friendship with Nicole. Sally commends Kate for not causing drama at her launch. Kate reiterates that she doesn't think it was the right place for the conversation Nicole wants to have with her. Kate also feels that she's a "black and white" person, especially the trauma and grief she experiences as a vet has hardened her. Sally agrees and points out that Nicole doesn't know her story and they should get to know each other. Kate agrees to go to Krissy's cooking class. Kate wants to get to know Nicole better. Kate pulls Nicole aside at Krissy's cooking class and apologizes for dismissing her at Sally's launch. Nicole understands and accepts the apology. They are excited to get to know each other. Kate, Sally, and Nicole go sushi making at Matsunozushi in Tokyo Rift. Kate is relieved to hang out with the more mild mannered ladies. They have an amazing time.

Nicole visits Victoria and gives her a souvenir from Japan in There's No Place Like Home. They tell each other about their trips, especially Nicole's confrontation with Terry. Nicole feels the closer Terry is to Kate, the further she is from them. Victoria misses Terry, Nicole is hopeful of regaining her friendship with Terry. Victoria looks forward to see Kate and confronting her. Victoria wants Kate to know that friendships do not come with terms and conditions.

Sally Obermeder[]

Season 2[]

At dinner in I'd Rather Be in Switzerland, Krissy brings up her issue with Kate, which the ladies thought they resolved. Kate accuses Sally of "sh*t stirring" when Sally insinuated Kate is not actually okay with moving on and should just say what's on her mind. Sally apologizes. Sally inquires about Victoria with Kate and Terry while getting massages in Dressed to Killcare, who seemed upset at the park. Kate and Terry deny attacking Victoria. The next day after the explosive dinner, Sally checks in on Kate, Kate is sad since Victoria and her had a good fledgling friendship. Kate starts crying and Sally consoles her. Kate feels bad for Terry as her and Victoria's friendship now lays in limbo.

Sally checks in with Nicole in Friend or Faux, who left the trip early with Victoria over drinks. Nicole states Victoria was on the phone with her mother a lot, trying to find out more about her father's health situation. Victoria felt Kate could have confronted her about the coat prior to them riding together. Sally feels Kate is offended by the fur coat as they were going to a conservation park. Nicole thinks Victoria feels ambushed and betrayed by Terry for not backing her up. They hope Terry and Victoria make up at Victoria's upcoming event. It is unsure whether Kate will attend. Caroline, Sally, and Kate have dinner and Kate has noticed that Victoria pulled the fur products from her website. Kate is ecstatic when Sally relays to her about the Kate coat and charity donations. However, Sally and Caroline feel Victoria is pulling a "publicity stunt" and the speech is "condescending". Caroline thinks Victoria is a bit "detached" from reality. Kate agrees. Caroline tells Kate about her and Krissy's plan of bringing Kate and Victoria together. Kate welcomes the idea but wants a mediator present. Sally says Caroline looks like Angela Lansbury in her blue fedora get up.

Kate picks Sally up for coffee in This is Going to Require Some Vodka. Kate needs Sally as an ally as Terry is in Europe. Sally tells Kate she's launching skincare as part of her health and wellness brand Swiish. Sally has been working on it for 2 years with her sister Maha. It's going to have a launch party on a yacht. Kate updates Sally on what happened at the lunch with Victoria. Sally thinks Victoria is taking steps in the right direction. Kate doesn't know whether Victoria is being genuine, but she knows she's disappointed. Sally reminds Kate at the end of the day, Victoria is an adult and is free to do as she wish. Kate feels Krissy kept "interject(ing)" herself at lunch. Kate promises Sally that she will not make a scene at her launch party.

Sally visits Kate with lunch at her vet clinic. Nicole had told Sally that Kate shut her down at Sally's skincare launch over the phone. Sally wants to see if she can encourage Kate to have a friendship with Nicole. Sally commends Kate for not causing drama at her launch. Kate reiterates that she doesn't think it was the right place for the conversation Nicole wants to have with her. Kate also feels that she's a "black and white" person, especially the trauma and grief she experiences as a vet has hardened her. Sally agrees and points out that Nicole doesn't know her story and they should get to know each other. Kate agrees to go to Krissy's cooking class. Kate, Sally, and Nicole go sushi making at Matsunozushi in Tokyo Rift. Kate is relieved to hang out with the more mild mannered ladies. They have an amazing time.

Terry Biviano[]

Season 2[]

Terry, Kate, and Victoria are on their way to Aussie Ark in Dressed to Killcare. Kate confronts Victoria on wearing real fur to a wildlife sanctuary. Victoria is defensive, and thinks Kate should have confronted her prior to leaving when she still had a chance to change. Terry questions Victoria on whether she has considered it'd be inappropriate to wear real fur to a wildlife conservatory. Argument ensued, Terry suggests Victoria taking the fur collar off, Victoria agrees. Terry thinks Victoria still has an attitude, Victoria is surprised by Terry taking Kate's side and feels attacked. Victoria apologizes to Kate and takes the fur collar off. The next day after the explosive dinner, Sally checks in on Kate, Kate feels bad for Terry as her and Victoria's friendship now lays in limbo.

Sally checks in with Nicole in Friend or Faux, who left the trip early with Victoria over drinks. Nicole states Victoria was on the phone with her mother a lot, trying to find out more about her father's health situation. Victoria felt Kate could have confronted her about the coat prior to them riding together. Sally feels Kate is offended by the fur coat as they were going to a conservation park. Nicole thinks Victoria feels ambushed and betrayed by Terry for not backing her up. They hope Terry and Victoria make up at Victoria's upcoming event. It is unsure whether Kate will attend. Terry has dinner with Victoria. Terry apologizes for making Victoria feel bad. Victoria accepts the apology. They make up, Victoria hopes she can iron things out with Kate as well. They call Kate, Victoria invites Kate to her event. Kate does not accept the invitation and attempts to continue their argument. Victoria hangs up on Kate. Kate Facetimes and refreshes Terry, who's in Portugal on what's going on. Terry agrees Kate and Victoria should have a sit down.

Kate talks about her previous engagement at dinner in Tokyo Rift. The ladies are glad that Kate is opening up. Krissy tells Kate that she puts up barriers and encourages her to open up. Terry, Sally, and Nicole disagree with Krissy. Caroline thinks Krissy is right. Sally thinks Krissy and Kate just have really different personalities. Terry defends Kate, Krissy is surprised by Terry. Next morning, Caroline tells Krissy how she got lost in the hotel after getting drunk from sake at dinner. Krissy thinks Kate was upset at Terry at dinner. Caroline did not "notice the tension". At Club 27, Terry tells Kate Krissy thought she and Kate had an issue at dinner last night, to Kate's surprise. Terry also tells Kate about her fight with Krissy.

Terry and Kate talk about Terry and Krissy's argument last night at the club in Terry-Aki Beef. Terry tells Kate Krissy feels she picks Kate over her. Kate thinks Krissy wants Terry to "side with her" unconditionally. They are determined to have a good time on the trip despite the drama. Terry and Kate go rickshaw riding. They almost got hit by an ambulance on the way to the temple. They draw fortunes, Kate got a bad one. Terry thinks it makes sense with the dinner disaster last night. Nicole visits Victoria and gives her a souvenir from Japan in There's No Place Like Home. They tell each other about their trips, especially Nicole's confrontation with Terry. Nicole feels the closer Terry is to Kate, the further she is from them. Victoria misses Terry, Nicole is hopeful of regaining her friendship with Terry. Victoria looks forward to see Kate and confronting her. Victoria wants Kate to know that friendships do not come with terms and conditions. Terry and Kate have drinks and talk about Japan. Terry has not heard from Nicole since their dinner argument. Terry feels "attacked" at dinner, Kate agrees, she thinks Terry is being "piled on". Kate thinks Krissy and Nicole are "jealous" of her and Terry's friendship.

Kate and Terry have a picnic at the park. Terry really enjoys spending time with Kate. Kate feels the same way and feels that she has a "real friend" in Terry. Kate confesses she falls in love with people who can teach her new things. Kate wants to focus on the fur issue, but not Victoria. Kate thinks Victoria and her can actually be good friends. Kate reveals she had taken a break from veterinary science before and worked in private equity finance. She also worked for the child sexual abuse bureau commission as chief of staff. Terry admires how driven Kate is and she thinks Victoria and Kate can move forward. Terry and Kate see Terri, the fortune teller at No Place Like Home Party, who sees potential romantic or business partnerships in Kate's future. Terri points out Kate's ambitious personality. Terry receives the instruction of moving forward without negative energy.

Jacquie Militano[]

Season 2[]

Kate has drinks with her friend Jacquie, who has a baby formula business in Friend or Faux. Jacquie is also a "love expert". Kate tells her about fur coat gate. Kate thinks Victoria is only launching cashmere to avoid getting cancelled. Kate is a bit unsure about the next steps in her life, Jacquie encourages her to start dating. Kate agrees.

Relationships[]

Previous Engagement[]

Season 2[]

Kate reveals she has been in Tokyo before in Tokyo Rift, in fact, the first man she was engaged to was half Japanese. Kate was unsure about the engagement and let it go on for 2 years, they even bought a house together. They eventually broke up, Kate left everything to him and started over. Kate was only 20.