The eleventh season of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, aired between: May 19, 2021, and November 3, 2021, continuing to star: Kyle Richards, Lisa Rinna, Erika Jayne, Dorit Kemsley and Garcelle Beauvais; plus introducing, Sutton Stracke (after starring in a recurring capacity last season) and Crystal Kung-Minkoff. Premiering on Bravo, this season consisted of twenty-four episodes and premiered to an average of 1.19 million viewers per episode.
Production[]
Filming began in October 2020 and ended in February 2021. However, production was halted in November 2020 since crew members tested positive for COVID-19; with Kyle Richards, Dorit Kemsley and Kathy Hilton all testing positive subsequently. After fourteen-day quarantines and negative COVID-19 test results, production resumed. The season’s 'Reunion' was filmed on September 10, 2021.
Cast[]

On September 9, 2020, Denise Richards (pictured on the left) was announced to be leaving the show; after two seasons as a 'Housewife'. She cited the main reason for her departure as not being able to agree on contractual agreements (financial) with the network. However, she also felt that the behaviour from the majority of her co-stars had been "toxic" as they "played dirty". Equally, she didn’t feel that the show was promoting a positive message since she felt the target of a "tearing down" campaign, last season. Since her departure, she made numerous 'Guest Appearances' on the thirteenth season of the show and has since worked on a new show with Bravo, titled: Denise Richards & Her Wild Things; which premiered in March 2025.

On September 22, 2020, Teddi Mellencamp Arroyave (pictured on the right), via Instagram, announced that she too was departing the series; after three seasons in a full-time capacity. Arroyave confirmed rumors that the network decided not to renew her contract and it has since been said by a Bravo executive, Alex Baskin, that the reason for her axe was since viewers were continuously labelling her as "boring" and bosses felt she was too "self-conscious" for the role. While she likened her exit to "going through a break-up" (sharing how she felt insecurities and questioned whether she was enough for the role), she has now come to terms with the firing and has realised that her contract not being renewed "had nothing to do with not being enough". She continued to make 'Cameo Appearances' in this, the twelfth and the thirteenth seasons of the show.


On October 4, 2020, Lisa Rinna, Erika Jayne and Dorit Kemsley all separately announced, via Instagram, that they’d be returning for the upcoming season of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. During the same month, both Kyle Richards (through Instagram) and Garcelle Beauvais (through an appearance on The Jamie Foxx Show) also did the same. Later, on October 26, 2020, it was announced that Crystal Kung-Minkoff (pictured on the right) would be joining show and the returning five main cast members (pictured on the left), as the show’s first Asian-American 'Housewife'.


On April 12, 2021, after much speculation, it was announced that Kyle Richards' Half-Sister, Kathy Hilton, would be officially joining the show as a 'Friend of the Housewives'; after making 'Cameos' in previous seasons. It was confirmed that Kung-Minkoff’s entry into the group was through her connection to Hilton. Not only that, it was also announced that Sutton Stracke, who joined the show as a 'Friend of the Housewives', last season, had been upgraded to a full-time 'Housewife' role.
Taglines[]

"This town is a game of chess, but no one's taking this queen down."

"My lips are legendary...and they will never gloss over the truth."

"If you want a starring role in my life, you better drop the act."

"Dress like there's no tomorrow, and then tomorrow, do it again!"

"Anyone who doubts my exquisite manners, can kiss my exquisite derriére."

"Hollywood is full of pretenders, and I slay them all!"

"The strongest substance on earth isn't diamonds, it’s me."
Reunion[]
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Episodes[]
Episode Overall | Episode Number | Image | Title | Original Air Date | Ratings | |
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Dressed To The 90210s | May 19, 2021 | 0.95 | ||
After months in isolation, the friends glam it up for a Beverly Hills "barbecue" at Dorit’s house. Kyle’s Sister, Kathy Hilton, introduces the group to Crystal Kung-Minkoff, Wife of Hollywood Director, Rob Minkoff. Sutton moves into a very familiar rental house while her new home undergoes renovations. When the women are finally able to catch up in-person, Erika sheds light on a very dark summer. Meanwhile, Lisa’s abrupt apology leaves Garcelle questioning their friendship. | ||||||
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Two Truths and A Lie | May 26, 2021 | 0.90 | ||
Lisa takes the girls on fun getaway to Lake Tahoe. The excitement only lasts so long, however, as it becomes clear that Sutton and Crystal do not see eye-to-eye. Looking to move forward,Kyle and Garcelle attempt to heal the emotional wounds they inflicted on each other in the past. When Dorit suggests a revealing game of Two Truths and a Lie, Erika’s unexpected answers leave her clouded in mystery. | ||||||
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Sutton’s Gotta Give | June 2, 2021 | 1.07 | ||
As the Tahoe getaway continues, Sutton and Crystal’s colorful disagreement comes to a head — only to go off the rails again when Sutton feels alienated from the group. Garcelle’s bold opinion of a Hilton family member shocks Kyle and Kathy. Dorit gets down and dirty during a rare night out on the town, while Lisa and Erika prank a prankster. | ||||||
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Overexposed | June 9, 2021 | 1.09 | ||
While in Lake Tahoe, Crystal bares it all — but Sutton is not having it. Meanwhile, a latenight admission from one of the women strikes Kyle as odd; Dorit makes certain denials that no one takes at face value; and Lisa’s persistence brings Garcelle to her breaking point. Erika stuns her friends with news about her Husband, leaving them confused and completely in the dark. | ||||||
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The Divided States of Erika | June 16, 2021 | 1.08 | ||
Election night takes a turn when Kyle and Dorit’s past issues resurface. Erika’s shocking announcement is the topic of conversation at Sutton’s Paris-themed luncheon, as the women seek answers trying to make sense of it all. Meanwhile, Crystal opens up about a difficult period in her life, and Lisa gets a thrill playing with her Husband’s firehose. | ||||||
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The Liberation of Erika Jayne | June 23, 2021 | 1.18 | ||
Erika reunites with the ladies for the first time since filing for divorce and explains how she came to such a tough decision. Crystal invites everyone over to make Chinese dumplings, but she and Sutton must first confront their lingering issues from Lake Tahoe. Kyle and Dorit reach a truce, while Garcelle meets with a dating coach to dream up "Mr. Right". | ||||||
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Defining Women | June 30, 2021 | 1.10 | ||
With rumors swirling about her divorce, Erika reveals new details about why she left her Husband. A group outing on the town goes up in flames when Kathy unintentionally reignites a dying spark. Meanwhile, Lisa confronts tabloid rumors of her own, Dorit adds a special piece of art to her collection, and Garcelle’s Son has strong thoughts about her love life. | ||||||
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The Good, The Bad and The Ugly Leather Pants | July 7, 2021 | 1.17 | ||
Harry Hamlin’s homemade Bolognese sauce spices up Lisa’s gathering, but Crystal’s non-apology pushes Sutton to her boiling point. Meanwhile, Garcelle’s birthday surprise has her wishing big and Kathy has unexpected news for Kyle about their Sister, Kim. As Erika settles into her new home, Dorit says "I do" to her latest design venture. | ||||||
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A Pretty Meltdown | July 14, 2021 | 1.07 | ||
Sutton and Crystal continue stirring the sauce at Lisa’s Bolognese lunch, as they lay all their lingering issues out on the table. Amid bombshell news tied to her divorce, Erika unexpectedly melts down to Kyle and Garcelle begins to question the truth. Meanwhile, the group is forced into quarantine and Lisa uses the time at home to dig up hidden treasures for her Daughters to finally enjoy. | ||||||
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Affairs and Accidents | July 21, 2021 | 1.17 | ||
Kyle opens her home in La Quinta to the group for a desert getaway, but Erika cannot escape the fallout from her messy divorce. When Lisa questions certain new reports in the media, Dorit offers insights from her own experience. Sutton and Crystal connect with Erika through stories of family loss. Meanwhile, Kathy heats things up in the kitchen – and, with a little help from her friends, cools down in front of a fan. | ||||||
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Ice Queen of the Desert | August 4, 2021 | 1.12 | ||
Kyle puts on her detective hat to help solve a mystery involving one of the women in La Quinta, while Sutton reveals her secrets for navigating a difficult divorce. Meanwhile, Dorit and Lisa worry about how their friend will fare in her own split. Crystal, Garcelle and Erika find solace on a desert hike, but the peace is shattered when Garcelle reveals details of their private conversation to the entire group. | ||||||
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Circle of Distrust | August 11, 2021 | 1.13 | ||
Garcelle is in the hot seat when a distraught Erika leaves the trip early, but she refuses to roast alone. On their last day in the desert, the women wake up to a stunning exposé that leaves Kyle, Lisa and Dorit with questions. Meanwhile, Sutton calls an emergency meeting among the group – but not everyone makes the guest list. | ||||||
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Season’s Grillings | August 18, 2021 | 1.18 | ||
Shockwaves from an unexpected news article continue to spread as the ladies try to piece together the truth. Meanwhile, Garcelle serves up a very Haitian holiday meal for her family. When Kyle gathers the ladies for Christmas dinner, holiday cheer turns to jeer as the women press for answers, and Erika realizes that not everyone has her best interests at heart. | ||||||
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Lips Unsealed | August 25, 2021 | 1.28 | ||
Erika and Lisa help Kyle celebrate her birthday, but the festivities are short-lived when Erika shares more information about her marriage. When Crystal hosts a launch party for Lisa’s lip line, tensions between the ladies come to a head, leaving the glossy gathering in need of a touch up. Meanwhile, Kyle and Kathy have a heart-to-heart about their past issues. | ||||||
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The Dinner From Hell: Part Two | September 1, 2021 | 1.22 | ||
Kyle assesses the progress at Sutton’s new home, while Dorit hopes her new business venture is the right fit for her family. Crystal invites Erika, Garcelle and Kathy over for a dinner where duck is served, but beef is on the menu. Kathy puts her staff to work arranging an evening to remember, but when Erika and Sutton face off, it quickly becomes a night the ladies would rather forget. | ||||||
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Threats and Promises | September 8, 2021 | 1.29 | ||
Kathy’s dinner party ends abruptly, following a flurry of accusations hurled amongst the women. In the fall out, Garcelle accuses Lisa of never having her back, and Sutton unloads on Kyle for pushing her too far. While Crystal is sympathetic to Erika’s reaction, someone close to Dorit takes a more critical approach toward her friend. | ||||||
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The Tale of Two Accidents | September 15, 2021 | 1.25 | ||
At Kathy's spa day, Erika reveals a shocking story about her family, leaving the group with questions. Meanwhile, Crystal works on her big-ticket basement renovation and Garcelle moves one step closer to finding "Mr. Right". Dorit’s wedding dress launch is anything but happily ever after, as Sutton and Erika come face-to-face and Garcelle has to answer for a provocative comment. | ||||||
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Del Mar By The Shade | September 22, 2021 | 1.18 | ||
When the group caravans down the coast for a relaxing girls' weekend, Kyle and Kathy find themselves in the luxurious presidential suite — while Sutton’s vacation takes a turn for the worse. New questions arise about Erika at a glamorous picnic on the beach, and she is later devastated by news about her family. Meanwhile, Dorit and Lisa push Garcelle to tears when they question her investment in their friendships. | ||||||
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Over-Poured and Over-Board | September 29, 2021 | 1.16 | ||
The trip to Del Mar continues with a tour of local wineries and the ladies getting a taste of another shocking story from Erika. After Crystal and Lisa soak up a unique fitness experience, Sutton questions Kyle and Dorit on their "alleged" naivety. Later, a sunset cruise heads for choppy waters as Garcelle suggests a game that puts the women in the hot seat. | ||||||
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New Year, New Grudges | October 6, 2021 | 1.26 | ||
Erika heads to dinner with close friends, Kyle, Dorit and Lisa, but her mood goes from glad to mad when questions arise. At Crystal’s Chinese New Year party, everyone is excited to usher in a change of fortune, but old issues between Lisa and Garcelle threaten to ruin the fun. In the spirit of the night, Sutton offers a warm gesture to Erika, but gets a cold shoulder in return. | ||||||
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Reunion, Part 1 | October 13, 2021 | 1.52 | ||
As the 'Reunion' kicks off, Erika faces viewers' hard-hitting questions head-on and reveals surprising facts about her life. Crystal reluctantly admits a commonality she shares with Sutton, while Kyle brings up a burning complaint about her former tenant. Garcelle defends her passive-aggressive jabs at Dorit – and then shocks Lisa with an alarming accusation. | ||||||
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Reunion, Part 2 | October 20, 2021 | 1.47 | ||
Erika surprises the ladies when she divulges juicy new details about her difficult marriage and divorce. Dorit acknowledges that talking too much has gotten her into trouble in the past. Lisa reveals new details about her Daughter’s very public breakup. Meanwhile, Kathy breaks down while reminiscing about her and Kyle's Mother. | ||||||
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Reunion, Part 3 | October 27, 2021 | 1.39 | ||
The 'Reunion' continues with emotions on high, as Kyle and Kathy discuss the years they spent apart and their eventual reconciliation. Crystal reflects on her struggles with Sutton and the heartbreaking racism she encountered this year. Erika expresses her hurt over what she describes as Kyle and Dorit "mocking" her life. | ||||||
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Reunion, Part 4 | November 3, 2021 | 1.32 | ||
As the 'Reunion' concludes, Lisa sounds off on her support of Erika and expresses remorse about how she's treated friends in the past. Garcelle and Sutton hold Erika accountable for the threatening comments she made this season. Erika fires back at the onslaught of tough questions and finally shares what her future holds. |
Gallery[]
Promotional Photo[]
Chapter Card[]
To Be Added.
Theme Song[]
Confessional Interview[]
Trailer[]
Reunion Look[]
General[]
Trivia[]
Production[]
- This is the sixth installment (fifth American) of The Real Housewives franchise to produce an eleventh season.
- The Real Housewives of Orange County aired their eleventh season over 2016, The Real Housewives of Atlanta aired their eleventh season over 2018 and 2019, The Real Housewives of New York City aired their eleventh season over 2019, and The Real Housewives of New Jersey aired their eleventh season in 2021; premiering just over two months ahead of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills'.
- The Real Housewives of Cheshire, the only international installment to have reached above eleven series, aired theirs across 2020.
- With the season first premiering in May, this season marks the first time for a new season of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills to debut in May; equally, it is also the first season of the show to have their concluding episode premiere in November.
- Producing twenty-four episodes, this season is among the show’s second, sixth and ninth seasons as the highest-numbered amount of episodes. It has since been joined by the twelfth season.
- Averaging 1.19 million viewers per episode, this season marks the fourth-lowest number of average ratings that a season of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills has received; but was the lowest at the time as the twelfth, thirteenth and fourteenth seasons have all progressively declined in average ratings.
Casting[]
- With five 'Housewives' returning from the previous season, it marked Kyle Richards' eleventh season, Lisa Rinna’s seventh season, Erika Jayne’s sixth season, Dorit Kemsley’s fifth season and Garcelle Beauvais' second season. This marks the first season for Crystal Kung-Minkoff and Sutton Stracke (who joined in the prior season but in a recurring capacity); whom are introduced as the one-hundred-and-twenty-eighth and one-hundred-and-twenty-ninth 'Housewives' on the American side of The Real Housewives franchise plus as the nineteenth and twentieth Beverly Hills main cast members.
- Richards reaching her eleventh season marks the fourth American 'Housewife' across the franchise to star in every season from the original season up until the eleventh. She joins: The Real Housewives of Orange County’s, Vicki Gunvalson, The Real Housewives of New York City’s, Ramona Singer, and The Real Housewives of New Jersey’s, Teresa Giudice.
- She became the eleventh American 'Housewife' on The Real Housewives to appear on eleven or more seasons, in a full-time capacity. As of the season’s premiere, she joined: The Real Housewives of Orange County stars, Gunvalson (at thirteen) and Tamra Judge (at twelve), The Real Housewives of New York City stars, Singer (at thirteen), Luann de Lesseps (at twelve) and Sonja Morgan (at eleven), The Real Housewives of Atlanta stars, Burruss (at thirteen) and Cynthia Bailey (at twelve), and The Real Housewives of New Jersey star, Giudice (at eleven).
- Rinna, as of the season’s premiere, became the twentieth American 'Housewife' to reach seven seasons in a full-time capacity. Including all of the names on from the list above, Rinna also joins: The Real Housewives of Orange County star, Shannon Beador (at seven), The Real Housewives of New York City star, Bethenny Frankel (at eight), The Real Housewives of Atlanta stars, NeNe Leakes (at ten), Kenya Moore (at eight), Porsha Williams (at eight) and Phaedra Parks (at eight), The Real Housewives of New Jersey star, Melissa Gorga (at nine) and former The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills co-star, Lisa Vanderpump (at nine).
- Jayne, as of the season’s premiere, became the twenty-fifth American 'Housewife' to reach six seasons in a full-time capacity. Behind all of the mentioned names above, she joined: The Real Housewives of New York City stars, Carole Radziwill and Dorinda Medley, The Real Housewives of Atlanta star, Shereé Whitfield and The Real Housewives of New Jersey star, Jacqueline Laurita.
- She solidifies her position as the fourth longest-serving main cast member on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills; after Richards, Vanderpump and Rinna.
- Kemsley, at five seasons, becomes the joint-fifth longest-serving main cast member on the show; behind: Richards, Vanderpump, Rinna and Jayne, while tying with original main cast member, Kim Richards.
- She solidifies her position as the fourth longest-serving main cast member on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills; after Richards, Vanderpump and Rinna.
- She became the eleventh American 'Housewife' on The Real Housewives to appear on eleven or more seasons, in a full-time capacity. As of the season’s premiere, she joined: The Real Housewives of Orange County stars, Gunvalson (at thirteen) and Tamra Judge (at twelve), The Real Housewives of New York City stars, Singer (at thirteen), Luann de Lesseps (at twelve) and Sonja Morgan (at eleven), The Real Housewives of Atlanta stars, Burruss (at thirteen) and Cynthia Bailey (at twelve), and The Real Housewives of New Jersey star, Giudice (at eleven).
- Richards reaching her eleventh season marks the fourth American 'Housewife' across the franchise to star in every season from the original season up until the eleventh. She joins: The Real Housewives of Orange County’s, Vicki Gunvalson, The Real Housewives of New York City’s, Ramona Singer, and The Real Housewives of New Jersey’s, Teresa Giudice.
- The upgrade of role from a recurring to a main had not been seen up until this season; with the exception of between the second and third seasons when Brandi Glanville did the same as Sutton Stracke. Both these promotions happened after starring in one season, in a part-time capacity.
- Kathy Hilton becomes the seventh cast member on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills to join the show as a 'Friend of the Housewives'.
- Her addition marks the fourth consecutive season to feature only one 'Friend of the Housewives'; after Camille Grammer held this position in the eighth and ninth seasons while Sutton Stracke did in the tenth.
- While this is the first season not to feature: Teddi Mellencamp Arroyave since the seventh and Denise Richards since the eighth; it marks the first of three to feature Mellencamp Arroyave in a 'Guest' capacity.
- This season follows its two predecessors where the cast line-up comprises of seven 'Housewives' and one 'Friend of the Housewives'.
- If you include Sutton Stracke’s addition to the main cast as adding a new main cast member, it is the first time since the sixth season to add two new 'Housewives' to a season (which saw the additions of: Erika Jayne and latecomer, Kathryn Edwards). This also happened in the third season (when Brandi Glanville was promoted to a main role and Yolanda Hadid was added to the cast), in the fourth season (when one-time wonders, Carlton Gebbia and Joyce Giraud, were added to the cast) and the fifth season (when Lisa Rinna and Eileen Davidson both joined).
Opening Titles[]
- The ladies are all dressed in rainbow colors; the first time that an intro on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills has done this.
- Kyle Richards opens the show’s intro which is a third for her: after the fourth and eighth seasons.
- Lisa Rinna, like in the previous season, places second in the intro.
- Garcelle Beauvais places in third position in the intro; while Dorit Kemsley places in fourth position - switching around from last season.
- Sutton Stracke and Crystal Kung-Minkoff place in fifth sixth, respectively; which follows a more recent phenomenon on the more-recent seasons of the American-side of the franchise, to include new 'Housewives' in second-last positions on intros.
- Erika Jayne closes the theme song: a first for her. She joins: Camille Grammer, Lisa Vanderpump, Richards and Denise Richards, as 'Housewives' who have closed The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills theme songs.
Storylines[]
- To Be Completed.
Cast Trips[]
- The cast head to Lake Tahoe; a trip organized by Lisa Rinna. This trip spans the third and fourth episodes.
- Midway through the season, during the tenth, eleventh and twelfth episodes, the cast take a visit to La Quinta; hosted predominantly by Kyle Richards.
- Towards the final part of the season, the ladies holiday in Del Mar; under the grip of Kathy Hilton.
Reunion[]
- This is the first in-person 'Reunion' for half of the cast of this season (Garcelle Beauvais, Kathy Hilton, Crystal Kung-Minkoff and Sutton Stracke).
- This is the second 'Reunion' thought for Beauvias and Stracke; who appeared in their first 'Reunion' during the previous season which was filmed virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
- Kyle Richards sits in "Head Position" of one of the "Reunion Sofas"; making it her ninth 'Reunion' to do this. Erika Jayne sits on the opposite side in the same position; yet this is a first for her.
- Lisa Rinna sits in the second position; a first for her since she has been in first or third (last) position in her previous five other in-person 'Reunions'. Garcelle Beauvais also sits in the second position; but in third when Kathy Hilton joins the 'Housewives' for part of the 'Reunion'.
- Dorit Kemsley sits in third position; a third for her since she did this also in the seventh and ninth seasons, however, she is not in final position like she was in the former two listed 'Reunions'. Sutton Stracke also sits in third position; but in fourth when Hilton joins segments of the 'Reunion'.
- Crystal Kung-Minkoff sits in fourth and final position during her first 'Reunion'.
- Dorit Kemsley sits in third position; a third for her since she did this also in the seventh and ninth seasons, however, she is not in final position like she was in the former two listed 'Reunions'. Sutton Stracke also sits in third position; but in fourth when Hilton joins segments of the 'Reunion'.
- Lisa Rinna sits in the second position; a first for her since she has been in first or third (last) position in her previous five other in-person 'Reunions'. Garcelle Beauvais also sits in the second position; but in third when Kathy Hilton joins the 'Housewives' for part of the 'Reunion'.
- This marks the first 'Reunion' for all: Erika Jayne, Dorit Kemsley and Lisa Rinna to sit on the same 'Sofa'.
- It is the third time for Jayne and Rinna to be on the same 'Sofa'; after the seventh and ninth seasons. They switch positions compared to the former two 'Reunions' where Rinna is now on the left of Jayne (in second) as opposed to on the right (in first).
- However, it is the second time for Jayne and Kemsley to sit on the same 'Sofa'; after the eighth season. Kemsley sat one on the right of Jayne during their last 'Reunion' being sat on same 'Sofa', whereas Jayne is now sat two on the right of Kemsley.
- Despite this, it is the first time for Kemsley and Rinna to be on the same 'Sofa'.
- Sitting on the left of Andy Cohen, it is the sixth time for Kyle Richards to do this.
- Indeed, sitting on the right of Andy Cohen, it is the third time for both, Erika Jayne and Lisa Rinna but the first for Dorit Kemsley.
- This is the first 'Reunion' of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills to consist of four-parts; a rare occurrence in The Real Housewives franchise.