‘Real Housewives of Orange County’: Gretchen Rossi steals the show
Yes, we understand that there are five cast members of “The Real Housewives of Orange County” — the problem is that at this time Gretchen Rossi seems to be the center of the show’s universe. Most of the drama and the entertainment of season 7 is coming courtesy of her, and we have to say we really don’t mind.
During Tuesday night’s new episode of the show, here are just some of the things that we found especially entertaining.
The comedy club fallout – Gretchen’s worked pretty hard to try and smooth things over with Tamra Barney after some incidents from last season, but her boyfriend Slade Smiley managed to undo some of that good will by calling Tamra the “Michelin Man” during his cricket-inducing comedy routine from last week.
Suffice it to say, Gretchen was unhappy — she managed to not only get Slade to apologize for his actions, but promise that he would never slam her co-stars again during any comedy performances. If there are any problems with Tamra and Gretchen over it, though, the two aren’t showing them — and instead, it was Vicki Gunvalson who was offended when Slade showed up to the 1980s bash at the end of the episode (which is understandable — he did refer to her as “Miss Piggy”).
The Pussycat Dolls – Quite possibly as a way to try and earn back some brownie points, Slade informed Gretchen in the midst of the comedy club mess that she has been invited to perform at Robin Antin’s Pussycat Dolls Burlesque Saloon in Las Vegan. See, Gretchen — dreams do come true! Of course, she was more than a little thrilled about the prospect of performing, but also understandably nervous about what the reaction to this performance will be. (Hey, it has to go better than Slade’s attempt at comedy.)
The ’80s – We’ll close with this: if you took a drink every time after Gretchen said the word “totally” in this episode, you are probably reading this article from a hospital emergency room.
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Do you think that Gretchen is the star of this series at the moment, and what did you think about this episode?
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Rawquell
March 13, 2012 @ 12:42 am
Gretchen RAWks!!! Only reason I watch the show. She’s funny talented “real” and glamerous with a twist of natural sex appeal! Her body is in great shape unlike the rest * exception of Alex. Seriously, She is THE HOTTEST Housewife NOT Tamra! Gretchen has done something fun & is making money w/ her gorgeous body & pretty face … GO Gretchen!!! Now send Me a gift from your collections! LoL
Kat
March 10, 2012 @ 12:00 am
Gretchen is like the normal woman. We have all had boyfriends that weren’t right for us or done things that others think are silly. Gretchen has balls and is going after what she wants no matter what the status quo says!
Debbie
March 9, 2012 @ 11:56 pm
Gretchen has always been the star of the show for me!!!
Norma Sawyer
March 9, 2012 @ 11:50 pm
I love Gretchen, she is the most down to earth person of the whole cast. I use her products and they are fantastic
Robin McRae
March 9, 2012 @ 10:35 pm
I think my comments on twitter this past couple of weeks have pretty much covered it. But just in case u didn’t, the main thing that still leaves me hot under the collar are Vg comments about Slade all last year & this year so far about c/s, justifying Brooks having been arrested for same even explaining the situation in the exact same way as Slade did ! I don’t know how she can still even discuss the matter w/a straight face. Don’t get me wrong, Brooks seems like a good guy but I pity him for when the God fearing, pity parties, etc, etc. he will no doubt have to suffer thru don ‘t make him as bad as her. Take care u 2 : )) Luv y’all !!
Stacey
March 9, 2012 @ 10:01 pm
I’m sorry but as much as I like her on the show I have to “totally” say NO she is 100% not the star of the show… & to be brutally honest on the past couple seasons the really only thing that put her in the mix was the drama between her & tamra other than that her storyline wwas getting kinda boring… Although, I do think this season her storyline is somewhat improving…can’t wait to see what happens w/ her & tamra becoming friends…. I think that she should “totally” dump slade & let us see her wild & single side :)
irene
March 9, 2012 @ 9:18 pm
I think Gretchen needs to view Grace Kelly types and other beautiful classy women over time and change her look to meet up with those women. She has the looks to do it she just choses to be a modified tammy baker. Grecthen pleas tone it down and let a graceful beautifl style come through. Lose the brassy cheap looks that tamara has and Vikie is so tryig to simulate. She is working on 50 years old and her daughter has more class then vickie does. Vickie wants so bad to still be in high school with her short dresses and skirts and low cut tops. So grow up and get restyled.
Lydiann
March 9, 2012 @ 9:16 pm
Vicky is worried about how she is going to handle her daughters surgery????? I’ve never seen such a self centered person in my life.
LeigH
March 9, 2012 @ 9:11 pm
Gretchen has been the star of the show every since she has been on. As far as Vicky goes, well she divorced the best part of her. So funny how she done the renewal of vows and it didn’t even last a year….it was like Tamara got a divorce and Vicky didn;t want to be out done. And now she is dating a man who don;t support his kids and when someone says something she starts her crying act and says it;s no one’s, oh really, I am not a Slade fan… ( I think Gretchen could do better ) but who is Vicky, she can dish it out but she sure can;t take it!!
Barbara
March 9, 2012 @ 8:45 pm
I LOOOVE Gretchen…she is really the most honest one on the show!!! Everyone lies behind the others’ backs!! And she truly loves Slade…who are we or (anyone else for that matter) to judge her on who she loves? Vicki has a stick stuck sooo far up her a** that she can’t see straight!! And now she’s jealous over Tamra being friends with Gretchen??? Really?? Is she that insecure?? Miss “I’m so perfect? Ha!! And, who is Vicki to talk about who someone loves??? She has had 2 failed marriages. So Vicki should keep her mouth shut and leave Gretchen alone…
Candi
March 9, 2012 @ 8:43 pm
Amen. I think Gretchen is hilarious really. I love her purses and her clothes. Go Gretchen, she is being the big mature person here. I also agree, take a look at yourself before you go judging others and its a show we really dont now what goes on behind the camera. Watch it, enjoy it or hush it up.
Dont be a hater!!!
Shyvon Gizman
March 9, 2012 @ 8:42 pm
You tell her Courtney!! Yes Gretchen you keep it push`n girlfriend !! People can make rude comments & put you down, but that’s when u just have to think to yourself Really what’s the worst “they” can really say about you? I mean firstly “they” cared enough to be reading & commenting about you..Secondly the things you`ve been doing obviously have gotten you to where you are today!! And hey for someone with so called “No Talent” you`ve managed to accomplished alot and look Damn good doing it girlfriend ; ) Foget what “they” say because “we” say you`re GREAT!!!
-Shyvon Guzman
Ashley
March 9, 2012 @ 8:34 pm
I agree with Courtney, if u don’t like her, THEN DON’T WATCH IT! I love GRETCHEN! Her hand bags are AMAZING! Her makeup line is GREAT! And y’all know know what goes on behind close doors! Vikki, had no right to say anything to slade about child support, at least he didn’t go to jail, like brooks! So vikki needs to get off her high horse! Because he is no better than slade! And none of us knows the real story behind any of it! So u shouldn’t judge Anglea!
Sherry Bowman
March 9, 2012 @ 8:33 pm
I agree with Courtney.. Its Gretchen’s time to shine she is the Queen of the housewives.. seem like some pople are just “totally” jealous…
Courtney
March 9, 2012 @ 8:08 pm
If you don’t like Gretchen then DO NOT WATCH THE SHOW. Is it really that hard to comprehend? Hey Angela, have you not been paying attention to the season at all? Have you not paid attention to Vickis boyfriend and him not paying his child support either? Its the pot calling the kettle black. If you really have such harsh and horrible things to say about someones LOOKS, it really show what kind of person you really are. WHO CARES if the girl has ‘white’ hair, and fake tits, and wears make up. Uh, hello! THEY ALL HAVE FAKE TITS AND WEAR GOBS OF MAKE UP. WELCOME TO CALIFORNIA. She’s enjoying and living her life. Why don’t you take a good look in the mirror. Seems like you’ve got a lot of pent up hostility in your life!
You go Gretchen!
Angela
March 9, 2012 @ 8:00 pm
Gretchen is too stupid to merit discussion.
She’s “in love” with a dead beat. loser, non-working poser and trying to launch a dead-on-arrival make up line while doing stand up. The white hair, the ugly tits, the very vulgar outfits the overly made up face, it’s all too vulgar for anyone to take seriously. I mean does she think her look is class? It’s tacky and cheap and makes her look like a plastic Barbie Doll. (and no, Gretchen, that is not a compliment.) I don’t know why she doesn’t look in the mirror, practice a little insight and learn that her look isn’t working for her. It’s trailer trash meets Beverly Hills by way of K-mart putana outfits. It’s not working for you but then, you don’t seem to aspire to anything higher than Hollywood starlet with no talent but plenty of publicists. Good luck. It’s so not worth getting to know you.
Ms Dorothy
March 9, 2012 @ 7:44 pm
Yes she is the star of this season. I thought the episode was like all the others – great and kept me wanting to be invited to their parties. I wish her and the other girls can just have fun with no drama. Thanks for asking me.