Brynn Whitfield, Erin Lichy, Sai De Silva, Jenna Lyons, Jessel Taank, and Ubah Hassan. Gavin Bond/Bravo
The Real Housewives of New York City welcomes new faces this season, but one thing remains constant: an intensely dramatic reunion concludes the season.
In the recently released first trailer on October 13, the season 14 cast initially appears joyous while preparing for their inaugural reunion. However, as they delve deeper into the discussions, insults begin to soar.
Host Andy Cohen asks, "What sets TV Jenna apart from the real Jenna?" Ubah Hassan asserts, "TV Jenna portrays herself as a victim, while the real Jenna is a true powerhouse."
Jenna, who is 55 years old, appears ready to respond but is abruptly interrupted by Jessel Taank's argument with Erin Lichy, who referred to the show as a "sorority" where hazing is required.
“Do you watch [the show] with a f—king blindfold over your face?” Jessel, 43 asks Erin, 36.
Jessel Taank, Ubah Hassan, and Erin Lichy, photographed by Charles Sykes/Bravo, engage in constant conflicts which often result in emotional breakdowns. Ubah, aged 40, goes as far as stating that she does not feel supported by anyone else in the cast.
Erin shares, "I had a challenging summer. I can't believe this is actually happening at this moment."
Amidst Brynn Whitfield engaging in self-stimulation due to her boredom - Andy inquires if she's exposing her breast - silence is not maintained for an extended period.
Ubah speculates that Brynn doesn’t “know how to be loved.”
(L-R) Jessel Taank, Brynn Whitfield, Jenna Lyons, and Sai De Silva. Photo by Noam Galai/Bravo.
Brynn swiftly retaliates, urging, "Choose your words wisely. I'm not intimidated by you. You harm people? I send them to their final resting place."
The discussion about Brynn's romantic life appears to be connected to the remarks she made earlier in the season regarding Erin's husband, Abe Lichy. Brynn created tensions between herself and Erin in an episode of RHONY in August when she engaged in flirtatious behavior with Abe. At Erin and Abe's vow renewal ceremony, Brynn made a lighthearted comment, suggesting that she would be interested if their relationship didn't work out. Additionally, Brynn jokingly claimed that the couple were not truly married since they did not exchange vows during their initial wedding.
Jenna Lyons, Brynn Whitfield, and Erin Lichy. Charles Sykes/Bravo
During an exclusive interview with We after the episode aired, Jessel stood up for Brynn’s comments. She revealed, "I was right by her side when she made that remark, and Abe was actually laughing." Jessel confidently stated, "If Abe had shown any signs of discomfort, I would have intervened. However, based on my knowledge of Brynn, I can assure you without a doubt that she wasn't being serious. I personally know women who have tried to steal someone's partner, but that wasn't what Brynn was doing at all. It was purely a joke. Furthermore, I can tell you that she feels genuinely remorseful about what happened. In that particular moment, it was definitely not a serious intention."
Brynn has apologized, but Erin stated in July that she would never engage in such behavior, referring to the incident at the party. The two-part reunion of The Real Housewives of New York City begins on Bravo, Sunday, October 22, at 9 p.m. ET.