OC Vicki Tells Brandi Glanville To "Be Careful"

Real Housewives of Orange County star Vicki Gunvalson has strong words for Brandi Glanville, the ex-wife of LeAnn Rimes’ husband Eddie Cibrian, who is joining the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.

“Be careful,” she tells me at the Mint Jubilee Celebration surrounding the Kentucky Derby. “It’s not all glamour. You’re going to shed some real tears. You’re going to see people hurt you that you never thought could hurt you before. I think she’s in for a rude awakening. It’s not all fun at times, but the experiences have been that of a lifetime. I wouldn’t change it for the world. It’s been great.”

Hm, what does he think of her Beverly Hills counterparts?

“I met all the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, and they were lovely ladies,” she says. “It’s interesting that they would throw another franchise in the same one-hour distance from us, but we’re very different in regards to lifestyle and money. I mean, I wish I had their money. I don’t. We’re more of the middle-class of California, whereas they’re absolutely the upper class. I think that the viewers like California, they like the lifestyle, they like the color scheme, and both of our shows are being a hit because of that.”

Vicki, who debuted on the show in 2007, confesses that her portion of the reality show is as real as it gets.

“I just know my story’s all true. I don’t know what the other girls are doing. This is a reality TV show, and I feel like a lot of it is being lost in this pre-thinking about what we’re going to film. I don’t do that; my life is my life. When I cry, I cry real tears. When I laugh, I’m woo-hooing. I don’t know what the other women are up to; I stay focused on myself, my career, my family, and I try to do the right thing.”

What misconceptions could she clear up about herself?

“I think people love me or hate me,” she says.  “There’s no middle of the road. I’m lucky today at the Oaks, I had so many people come up and cry and say I’ve given them inspiration as a woman, and taught them good work ethic. They complimented me on being a good mother. If there’s anything negative, I don’t hear it. I try to stay away from the blogs and the bad things. I think the bad would be that I’m insensitive and I’m too hard, but I’m not. I’m compassionate and caring about other people. I give back to our community, and I love my work and my family. If that’s what makes me a bad person, then so be it.”

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Slade Smiley Still Jobless And $130k In Debt

Even though he's squawking about having found a job, Real Housewives of Orange County star Gretchen Rossi's boyfriend has yet to find employment and pay his bills, including child support for his cancer-stricken son.

According to court documents obtained by Radar Online, Rossi's man Slade Smiley owes a whopping $138,857.64 in unpaid child support.

Grayson, his child with an ex-galpal, has brain cancer and medical bills are piling up.

But despite Slade telling his concerned mom on Sunday's show that he's working, he yet has to fulfill a judge's order that he find steady work!

Rossi took to the web this morning to defend her man.

"I see Slade everyday working hard to try and find a good paying job so he can once again meet his obligations and continue to pay for Grayson's medical expenses," Rossi wrote on her blog.

"He submits resumes consistently to companies and has worked with head hunters, etc. Just because a man can no longer pay $4,000 a month in support due to loss of a job and financial hardship does not make him a deadbeat father."

According to the court documents, Smiley claims that his monthly income in 2010 was $416 a month, and in 2009 had no income. Smiley is seeking to have his monthly child support payments to Arroyo reduced from $3500 because he no longer earns the big bucks working in real estate.

"It appears he is currently living with his girlfriend," the court papers read. "The evidence shows that . . . in 2010 he earned $5,000 for participation in another television program. (Smiley) testified regarding his various unsuccessful efforts to find work in the title insurance/real estate industry. He also testified regarding his various Facebook and Twitter entries showing his attendance at various public and social events. He essentially describes these activities as networking with the purpose of securing employment in the entertainment field."

The judge ordered Smiley "to expand his efforts beyond entertainment and title insurance/real estate, and to document his efforts by keeping a detailed log." He's also mandated to contact at least five potential employers every two weeks.

On Sunday's show, Slade also told his mom that he was a consultant for Rossi's handbag and make-up products. Gretchen's version of the consulting: Smiley curled her hair for a television appearance.

Court documents also show that son Grayson's medical bills not covered by insurance now exceed $1 million.

Smiley didn't return a call for comment.

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Tamra Helps Raise Money For Tornado Victims

Tamra Barney from the Real Housewives of Orange County joined two local moms Saturday to raise money for victims of the tornadoes that struck the Southern United States late last month. Also pictured, Eddie Judge and owner of Toy Town in Ladera Ranch, Joshua Vecchione.

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The Bellino Family: Steamers Railroad Museum

Alexis Bellino, Jim Bellino, and their children Mellania, James and McKenna attend the Jim Henson Company and PBS SoCal Dinosaur Train Event at Los Angeles Live Steamers Railroad Museum on May 7, 2011 in Los Angeles, California.

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Alexis Bellino: "We Found Our Dream Home"

After losing their Newport Beach mini-mansion to the real estate collapse, Real Housewives of Orange County star Alexis Bellino and husband Jim are excited to be making a fresh start in a new house, and Radar Online has all the exclusive details.

"We've found our dream home," Bellino, 34, told Radar Online in an exclusive interview Saturday. "It's amazing. It has a huge long driveway, it has a backyard with all rock landscaping and a place to put a huge trampoline for the kids. It is one of those houses that I feel I will never grow out of," she explained.

"We don't have it yet we're going to get it - I'm a firm believer of if you think positive it will happen," said Bellino. "We're about two days away from knowing.

"We're going to be buying it, the kids are really excited about moving. Every move is stressful, but sometimes you just have to do it, you've got to move, especially when it's your dream home."

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Vicki Gunvalson: The Mint Jubilee in Louisville

Vicki Gunvalson, The Mint Jubilee co-founder Tom Thieneman and wife, Judy Thieneman attend The Mint Jubilee at The Palace Theatre on May 6, 2011 in Louisville, Kentucky.

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Peggy Tanous Faces Foreclosure On Home?

On her hit reality show, Peggy Tanous seems to have it all and is described as a 'wealthy Orange County party girl'.

But the stay at home mother-of-two is facing losing her million dollar home to foreclosure.

BAC Home Loans Servicing, U.S. Bank National and PNC Mortgage are trying bring the home into foreclosure and have Tanous and her family removed - but the former model has hit back with a lawsuit.

Tanous, 41, is claiming that the banks did not honour a loan modification agreement she says she had with them.

She and her internet entrepreneur husband Micah made payments on time for two years after buying the property in 2006.

But they started to experience financial trouble and fell behind on their payments.

According to court records, they have two mortgages - one for $1million and a second for $312,540.

The monthly checks to make payment on the loans became scarce and they are also accused of a lax in their Orange County property taxes. But the couple have now negotiated a payment plan they are sticking by.

Tanous claims, in her lawsuit, that she made a similar payment plan with the banks.

She claims she had a deal with them to pay interest only for 10 years but was astonished in November when the banks filed a foreclosure notice.

Her lawsuit reads: 'Tanous is determined to keep the property. It is her family's home, and she does not want to lose the Property in a foreclosure sale'.

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Vicki Gunvalson Melts Down Over Marital Woes

Real Housewives of Orange County's Vicki Gunvalson just isn't "woo-hooing" with as much vigor as she used to -- and with good reason.

As a new clip from Sunday's episode shows, the 48-year-old has had it with pals who prod her with relationship questions.

Recounting a dinner party Gunvalson attended with fellow wives Tamra Barney and Peggy Tanous, Gunvalson's husband, Donn, quickly becomes the lead topic of conversation. But when Tanous brings up how lively Donn was at the bash Gunvalson changes the subject.

"Every time someone would bring up Donn, I'd see Vicki get tighter and cringing," says Barney in a voiceover, as Tanous presses for more and her pal finally cracks.

"The reality is, my world is falling apart," the insurance executive -- who wed Donn in 1994 and filed for divorce in October -- laments. "My marriage is falling apart, my security is falling apart, and I'm miserable within my own mind and my body. I don't know where I belong anymore!"

As the couple's rocky romance crumbles on camera, Gunvalson admitted to Us Weekly in March that she and her estranged spouse were still living under the same roof.

"My love tank has truly been empty for many many years," Gunvalson said. "We stopped communicating. My happiness came from my work and my children," she explained of Michael and Brianna, her grown kids from her first marriage.

"I didn't go to Donn for friendship or companionship, and he didn't with me either," she told Us.

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Vicki Gunvalson: Derby Poker Championship

Last night's Derby Poker Championship was a charity event to benefit Blessings in a Backpack. It wasn't uncommon to hear celebrities and pros alike shouting "Re-up! It's all for the kids!"

Among the first to go out were Real Housewives of Orange County's Vicki Gunvalson and Blue Collar Comedy's Ron White. Still going strong toward the latter part of the evening were Coach Denny Crum and Melissa Biggs from Baywatch.

When Phil Helmuth arrived on the red carpet I made sure to ask him whether or not he'd be on good behavior for the night. He said he hadn't decided quite yet. He was an entertaining emcee and frequently interviewed other poker pros and celebrities during the event. He was quick to give Ron White a hard time for going out so early, and even handed off the mic to Robert Williamson III so he could play a hand or two himself.

Everyone was in great spirits and took advantage of the bars on both levels serving Jim Beam and other drinks that helped party-goers get loose on the dance floor.

Surprising celebrity encounter of the evening was an impromptu chat with Ron White at the pizza place next to the Palace, where he told me I had cute boots and I told him I liked his Prada carryall (i.e. purse.) He was quick to respond, "Indiana Jones carried one just like it." He's funny even when he's not getting paid.

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Tamra Barney, Eddie Judge At Tacos & Tequila

Tamra Barney and her boyfriend Eddie Judge celebrated Cinco de Mayo with a visit to Tacos & Tequila on May 5, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Alexis Bellino Talks Jim's Lack Of TV Time

Real Housewives of Orange County star Alexis Bellino hasn’t been seen with her husband, Jim Bellino, on the show as much these days, but there is apparently a simple reason.

Alexis recently revealed that Jim doesn’t want to film the show with Tamra or Vicki, states Gather. He reportedly doesn’t like them very much and doesn’t want any interaction.

One other person he might be trying to avoid is new cast member Peggy as the two reportedly dated in the past, something Alexis hasn’t elaborated on.

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Peggy Tanous: Time Warner Media Upfront

Micah and Peggy Tanous attend the Time Warner Cable Media's "summertime is cable time" Upfront event held at Drai's on May 4, 2011 in Hollywood, California.

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Tamra Barney: Teri Hatcher's Charity Yard Sale

Tamra Barney and her boyfriend Eddie Judge attended Teri Hatcher's Red Carpet Yard Sale benefiting the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and RockSTAR Music Education at Tiato Garden in Santa Monica, CA.

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Tamra Barney Reveals Her Weight Loss Secret

Real Housewives of Orange County star Tamra Barney is crediting The Millionaire Matchmaker's Patti Stanger for helping her get a hot body!

Tamra has revealed she is using the Sensa diet system after hearing about it from Patti, whose show also appears on the Bravo network. Tamra even blogged about her diet secret saying Sensa is helping her shed the pounds she gained since she began dating her new boyfriend Eddie.

"Usually when you are happy in love and comfortable with each other you tend to gain weight. I love to call it my "love chub." I would rather be happy in love than hungry and miserable! However, summer is coming so we are back on our healthy diet and using SENSA (http://www.trysensa.com/) to help control our appetite. Thanks to Patti Stanger! Have you seen how hot she is looking?"

Patti, a Sensa spokeswoman, says, "I lost over 25 pounds without exercise! It's your summer skinny cure-all!"

Hey Tamra and Eddie, have you checked out Better2gether? It helps couples get in shape together and improve their relationship at the same time by combining the Sensa Weight-Loss System with an easy-to-follow at-home workout program, created by the fitness editors at Shape and Men’s Fitness magazines. To find out more, click here!

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Alexis Bellino: Jim Used To Date Peggy Tanous

On last night’s episode of Watch What Happens Live Andy Cohen thought the biggest news bombshell that would drop on the show was the fact that Osama Bin Laden had been killed. But, midway through the show guest Alexis Bellino from Real Housewives of Orange County dropped what many OC fans would consider at least a similarly sized bomb: her husband Jim Bellino used to date new cast member Peggy Tanous!

This was a story we were already working on, but since Alexis actually confirmed it on the show I felt like we show go ahead and run with it. We have a source that was in the same circle of friends as Jim Bellino and Peggy Tyler (Peggy Tanous’ modeling name – see more on that here and here) who says they began dating in 1996 and continued through 1997 before Jim dumped her.

So that means Slade Smiley isn’t the only member of the Multi-OC Club! This sheds a whole new light on the tensions developing between Alexis and Peggy this season!

We’re working on getting more info – and if we do we’ll either update this post or add a new post and add a link below. (If you know anything more about Jim and Peggy’s time together feel free to drop us a line at starcasmtips (at) yahoo.com!

(Just in case you were wondering, YES the picture was Photoshopped. It is a photo of Jim Bellino from 2010 and Peggy Tanous as Peggy Tyler when she modeled for Bench Warmer pin-up trading cards in 2002.)

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Vicki Gunvalson, Tamra Barney: Cabo Magazine

Real Housewives of Orange County's favorite duo, Tamra Barney and Vicki Gunvalson, have shared their lovely faces and ample bosomry on the cover of Cabo Social magazine’s 5th Anniversary Issue!

Both ladies are sporting skimpy string bikinis with the headline “Real Housewives Vicki Gunvalson and Tamra Barney Love Cabo.” The move is a bit surprising from the no-nonsense insurance mogul Vicki, but seems to the the new modus operandi for the recently divorced Tamra Barney, who has found a new zest for life after separating herself from her tumultuous relationship with ex Simon Barney and moving on to tan super-hunk Eddie Judge.

Both women are looking great (as usual) but Vicki looks a little different dontcha think? Maybe it’s the hair? Or maybe it’s the separation from husband Don that has transformed her look?

Cabo Social publishes their magazines online, but the May 2011 Issue with Vicki and Tamra isn’t on the site yet. (It shouldn’t be too much longer according to this tweet from the publication on April 26: “New MAY issue of Cabo Social Magazine featuring #realhousewives @tamrabarney and @vgunvalson out VERY SOON”)

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Alexis Bellino: Us Weekly Hot Hollywood Party

Alexis Bellino of the Real Housewives of Orange County walked the red carpet at the Us Weekly Hot Hollywood Party in Hollywood on April 26, 2011.

Gretchen Rossi Studies Lines For An Audition

Gretchen Rossi, accompanied by Slade Smiley, studied her lines for an audition at Crossroads of the World. Gretchen is up for a role in the hit show Hot in Cleveland.

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Gretchen Rossi On Her Personal Style

A few years ago, Gretchen Rossi was a real estate agent. Now she's a brand, as well as one of Bravo's Real Housewives of Orange County.

Fans often ask her about her hair and skin care.

"That's where the inspiration behind the makeup line came from," she says of www.gretchenchristine.com. "It was truly my fans. I always loved makeup and quite frankly always something I thought in the back of my mind would be fun to do."

Still, Rossi acknowledges that she is not always camera-ready.

"I can't tell you how many times I run out in Juicy Couture and no makeup and hair pulled back," she says. "If I am going to Target or the grocery store, I don't need to look like I am going on camera."

Rossi wears 7 For all Mankind and J Brand Jeans.

"I don't really wear casual shirts," she says. "I do, however, have every Juicy Couture sweatsuit ever made. I am not kidding. It is ridiculous, seriously. I may need to go to therapy for it. I have a master bedroom walk-in closet. That closet holds my Juicy Couture. I had to turn another bedroom into a closet."

Rossi has plenty of everything - coats, hats and shoes.

"Louboutin is my favorite," she says. "Every time I walk in I just have a mad love affair with all the shoes. I say all the time, 'I will be back.' "

Rossi carries high-end purses from Louis Vuitton, Fendi and Versace.

"I was able to afford those, honestly, when I was a very successful real estate agent," she says.

Selling her own line of handbags was another result of fans asking, she says.

"I started to feel the sadness in my heart that my fans could never afford that," Rossi says of the purses that cost thousands of dollars. "I love to give my fans what they ask for, so that really just came about."

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Alexis On Press Backlash, The Royal Wedding

Real Housewives of Orange County star Alexis Bellino is no stranger to living a lavish lifestyle, so it should come as no surprise that she’s excited for the Royal Wedding!

Celebuzz chatted with the 34-year-old reality star turned fashion designer about everything from how she deals with negativity in the press, growing a “thick skin” during her second season of the Bravo show and the current relationship standings with all the other housewives:

The Royal Wedding is coming up – are you preparing anything or doing anything fun?

I’m not preparing anything, but I’m really excited about it. I’m going to drag my husband to watch it. [laughs]

What are you most excited about for the wedding?

I love everything about it. It’s so formal and elegant, and I love seeing the parade. I love the different presentations for it. I can’t wait to see her dress. It’s just all so exciting!

You’ve been on the show now for a couple of years. It what ways has your life changed since starting the show?

It’s changed a lot in the fact that when I first came on the show I was kind of naïve and thought I was going to be friends with everybody. After a season of seeing everyone’s true colors and seeing how reality television works, it put a bit of a twist for the second year. You second guess yourself more because you think about how other people will perceive it. I’ve also just decided that I need to take more risks. I was very timid and scared to be confrontational during the first year. I was worried about what America would think, but I realized people are going to have different opinions.

What is your relationship with the rest of the housewives like right now?

It’s sad because I thought with Peggy coming on we would be able to survive and get back to the friendship. We’re not really on good terms as of right now, but I’m still hopeful that something might change or that we can have a discussion and start over. I miss my friend. With Tamra, I’m just shocked at what comes out of her mouth. I was hopeful that Vicki and I could start again, but I’m hurt. I hope we can put the past behind us.

How do you deal with the negativity in the press?

I don’t even read what is in the press. I stay out of it because I know that no matter what, people are going to say negative things. If someone tells me they read something, I’m hurt at first, but I think my skin is a lot thicker this year.

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