“RHOC”: OG Housewife Jo De La Rosa Comes Face to Face with Ex Slade Smiley for the First Time ‘in Decades’

RHOC Star, Jo De La Rosa, Reunites with Ex Slade Smiley after Decades

The latest episode of The Real Housewives of Orange County brought forth an unexpected reunion that gripped fans of the show. On the July 31 episode, Tamra Judge made an entrance at Heather Dubrow’s birthday celebration with a surprise guest in tow – none other than RHOC alum, Jo De La Rosa. Despite nearly 20 years passing since her last appearance on the show, Jo’s reputation as an OG cast member still stands strong.

Tamra expressed her gratitude to Jo for accompanying her to the event, revealing her husband Eddie’s reluctance due to apparent tension with Jenn Pedranti and Ryan Boyajian. The atmosphere was tense as Tamra acknowledged the significance of the reunion, noting, “I know it’s just as stressful for you because it’s probably the first time you’ve seen Slade in decades!”

Jo De La Rosa and Slade Smiley share a history together, having been engaged and showcased their relationship in the early seasons of RHOC. Following their split, Slade went on to have a brief fling with another former Housewife, Lauri Peterson, before finding love with his current partner Gretchen Rossi. Their relationship has spanned 16 years, and they have a daughter together.

The tension escalated as they arrived at the party, with Jo’s presence catching the attention of Slade and Gretchen. The longstanding feud between Tamra and the couple was reignited as Gretchen expressed her distrust, labelling Tamra as “thirsty” for bringing Jo along. The encounter was described as Tamra’s attempt to provoke Gretchen, with tensions running high between the former friends.

Gretchen’s reluctance to reconcile with Tamra was palpable, with Heather’s husband, Terry Dubrow, suggesting that apologies could mend fences. However, Gretchen remained steadfast in her stance, citing a lack of changed behaviour from Tamra over the years. The dynamics at the event were strained, with Gretchen questioning Tamra’s motives and actions.

Later in the episode, an awkward interaction occurred as Gretchen and Slade approached Jo to exchange greetings. Despite a supposed clean slate agreement made at BravoCon in 2023, Jo seemed taken aback by the reunion with her former fiancé. The encounter highlighted the underlying tensions and unresolved issues present among the RHOC stars.

The episode left fans eagerly anticipating the unfolding drama on The Real Housewives of Orange County. With relationships tested and tensions high, the dynamics between the cast members are sure to provide ample entertainment for viewers. As the series continues to captivate audiences, the reunion between Jo De La Rosa and Slade Smiley serves as a poignant reminder of the complex relationships within the RHOC universe.

For all the latest updates and drama within The Real Housewives of Orange County, be sure to tune in to Bravo every Thursday at 9 p.m. ET. The show promises to deliver more drama, excitement, and unexpected reunions as the season progresses. Don’t miss out on the drama-filled episodes that are sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats.