The cameras are already up for “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” season 15, and Kathy Hilton told People on June 13 that she’s already filmed some scenes with newcomer Rachel Zoe.
Hilton called the fashion designer “fabulous,” and said, “She’s family. It’s going to be great. She’s a great addition.”
In an interview with Parade, Hilton revealed that she was responsible for bringing Zoe to the franchise. “She’s a straight shooter. She’s very wise, and she’s an old soul,” she described of her friend.
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When asked if Zoe will stir the pot this season, Hilton replied, “I don’t know her to be like that at all. I think when you have a lot of strong personalities — let’s put it this way — she can do it. She’s great.”
Hilton added, “Drama — yeah, I don’t really see her [starting it]. I think she’ll be like, ‘Come on, girls. Let’s calm down.’”
Andy Cohen Is Excited for Zoe’s Addition to ‘RHOBH’
Zoe is no stranger to the Bravo world, having starred in her own reality show, “The Rachel Zoe Project” from 2008 to 2013. Bravo producer Andy Cohen is thrilled to have her back on the network, and he shared on “Radio Andy,” per Bravo, “We are so excited about that, and to have Rachel, and it’s so wild.”
He added, “She really fits. It’s just a perfect fit.” Cohen shared that Zoe is dating after her split from her husband Rodger Berman in 2024 and told fans, “I think we’re gonna see the Rachel that we love, but at a really different place in her life, and I’m really excited.”
The “Watch What Happens Live” host revealed that he checked in with Zoe ahead of her filming for “RHOBH” season 15.
“I spoke to her a couple months ago … I just wanted to make sure in our conversation that she really had her head around it, because, you know, it’s bananas, whatever,” he told listeners.
Cohen continued, “And she did! And she’s like, ‘I am excited. I want to be part of this ensemble. And I know them, and it seems like such a perfect moment to come in.'”
Zoe Is Creating a Buzz With Her Return to Bravo
Fans and Bravolebrities alike are thrilled to see Zoe back on reality television. “Here we go again @bravotv !!! I am officially joining #TheRealHousewivesofBeverlyHills and back with my Bravo family. Let’s do this!” she announced on June 6.
“Oh Rachel this is everything,” Stassi Schroeder of “Vanderpump Rules” replied. “RHOBH” season 14 newbie Bozoma Saint John wrote, “Wooohooooo!!! Can’t wait!!!”
Upon Zoe’s announcement, a fan tweeted, “Ooohhh Rachel! I’m so happy! I love love love you! Can’t wait to see your new chapter with Bravo on RHOBH!”
Another shared, “Rachel, you look absolutely stunning! I think you add a certain kind of originality to the show. You’re creative and fashion-forward. I like that you think outside the box and you’re not some cookie-cutter housewife. I think you will blend in well with the other ladies.”
