The Real Housewives of Orange County: Season 12
Any hope of peace in the orange county is shattered when a vicious rumor campaign destroys Vicki Gunvalson and Tamra Judge’s former friendship, a conflict worsened when returning peacemaker Lydia McLaughlin inadvertently sparks a feud with an emotionally overwhelmed Shannon Beador. As Shannon endures agonizing personal stress and the slow-motion collapse of her marriage, Kelly Dodd faces a similarly painful marital c
Season 12 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Vicki Gunvalson and Tamra Judge hold a former friendship that is destroyed by a vicious rumor campaign.
- Shannon Beador endures agonizing personal stress and the slow-motion collapse of her marriage while experiencing a feud with Lydia McLaughlin.
- Kelly Dodd faces a painful marital crossroads while attempting to build bridges and show a softer side to old rivals.
- Newcomer Peggy Sulahian navigates a private health battle and defensive nature that draw suspicion from Meghan King Edmonds.
Season overview
Any hope of peace in the orange county is shattered when a vicious rumor campaign destroys Vicki Gunvalson and Tamra Judge’s former friendship, a conflict worsened when returning peacemaker Lydia McLaughlin inadvertently sparks a feud with an emotionally overwhelmed Shannon Beador. As Shannon endures agonizing personal stress and the slow-motion collapse of her marriage, Kelly Dodd faces a similarly painful marital crossroads but works hard to build bridges and show a softer side to her old rivals. Adding to the tension is wealthy newcomer Peggy Sulahian, whose private health battle and defensive nature draw the immediate suspicion of new mother Meghan King Edmonds, stoking deep mistrust just as the women embark on a volatile vacation to iceland.
Episode Guide
Season 12 Progress Shield
The Great Divide
Jul 10, 2017 · 44 min
In the season 12 opener, old feuds are still hot topics among Vicki, Kelly, Shannon and Tamra, with battle lines clearly drawn in the sand. While awaiting apologies that aren't for
It's Either My Way or the Feng Shui
Jul 17, 2017 · 44 min
Vicki prepares for her big office move while Shannon enlists the help of her feng shui expert to try and bring balance into her otherwise chaotic life. Lydia is busy launching her
The Not So Quiet Woman
Jul 24, 2017 · 44 min
Trust issues plague Vicki as she organizes her new office. Also, Peggy deals with her looming surgery; Tamra is thrust back into a past role; and Shannon confronts her weight gain
We Have a New Puppet Master
Jul 31, 2017 · 44 min
While the fallout from The Quiet Woman leaves Shannon and Kelly both stunned, the ladies move on with their lives as Shannon takes her daughter Sophie out for a driving lesson and
Moving In, Moving On And Moving Fast
Aug 7, 2017 · 44 min
Tamra and Shannon have their first face-to-face with Meghan's new baby and learn they'll soon have to face Vicki. Lydia's family takes a luxurious Hawaiian vacation full of uncomfo
The Sip-N-See Standoff
Aug 14, 2017 · 44 min
Vicki tries to balance her life alongside her relationship with Steve; Lydia plans a launch party for her new magazine; Tamra organizes a sit down for Kelly and Shannon; Megan host
Un-Noble Women
Aug 21, 2017 · 44 min
Lydia is hopeful everyone can get along for her magazine's launch party; Tamra struggles with the scars of her broken family; Tamra thinks Peggy is overstepping her bounds, and thi
Run for Your Wife
Aug 28, 2017 · 44 min
Vicki turns green with envy after learning that Kelly is celebrating St. Patrick's Day with Shannon and Meghan; Lydia wonders if her son's prophecy will come true as she competes i
Drag Bingo Bombshell
Sep 4, 2017 · 44 min
Kelly suspects her new pal Shannon of being up to her old tricks and confides in Meghan. Meghan puts her detective hat back on to investigate Vicki's issues with Shannon and Tamra.
Loose Lips Sink Friendships
Sep 11, 2017 · 44 min
Meghan is still reeling from Kelly’s attack at Drag King Bingo. Lydia tries to play mediator but is unable to stay impartial. Tamra gets an unexpected phone call that leaves her wo
Breast Intentions
Sep 18, 2017 · 44 min
As rumors swirl around Orange County following Vicki’s birthday party, Tamra catches wind of what transpired about Eddie and is livid. The "Friendship Whisperer" Lydia is even perp
Farm-to-Table Manners
Sep 25, 2017 · 44 min
Kelly undergoes surgery with the support of her husband; Tamra shares her concern over Shannon's behavior; Vicki and Shannon visit Kelly while she recovers; Peggy fends off digs fr
Don't Rock the Boat
Oct 2, 2017 · 44 min
Lydia throws Doug a party aboard a yacht to say farewell to his fertility and invites all the ladies despite her hurt feelings over being left out of Shannon's dinner. At the party
Armenian Rhapsody
Oct 9, 2017 · 44 min
Vicki and Tamra finally come face-to-face to see if there is any hope of redeeming their broken friendship. Lydia discovers the joys of when the rich get richer. Kelly's dad comes
Mystic Mistake
Oct 16, 2017 · 44 min
While Vicki visits her cardiologist to check up on her broken heart, Shanon and Peggy are still simmering about the cancer questioning that took place with their husbands. Lydia an
An Unexpected Thaw
Oct 23, 2017 · 44 min
The ladies of Orange County are ready to explore everything in Iceland from hiking a glacier to sampling the exotic cuisine. While Tamra and Vicki seem to be reconnecting, Lydia an
A Case of the Vickis
Oct 30, 2017 · 44 min
Vicki's health scare continues and brings out a side of Peggy that shocks the ladies. Later, a broken friendship might finally be on the path to mending, while a drunken night caus
The Real Vikings of Orange County
Nov 6, 2017 · 44 min
After being hurt by Kelly's words, Peggy reveals a secret video to Lydia. Meanwhile, the rest of the ladies whoop it up at a Viking dinner where Tamra and Vicki continue to get alo
Candle Wicks and Lunatics
Nov 13, 2017 · 44 min
Vicki surprises her son Michael with a new role at Coto Financial, while Kelly complains to her mother that she's finally at a breaking point in her marriage. Tamra fulfills her gr
Reunion (1)
Nov 20, 2017 · 44 min
The ladies reunite to discuss the events of the 12th season with Lydia being questioned on her opinions. Vicki reports on the latest developments in her relationship with Steve, an
Reunion (2)
Nov 27, 2017 · 44 min
The second part of the reunion gets underway with Kelly and Meghan getting into their series-long feud. Peggy lists her complaints to Shannon, and events take an unexpected turn, l