Gina and Tamra's Explosive Showdown on ‘Real Housewives of Orange County’ Sneak Peek: Get Ready for the Most Intense Face-off Yet!

When it comes to Real Housewives girls' trips, drama is an inevitable outcome. Hence, it's not surprising that the ladies from Orange County encountered some tension during their Montana getaway.

Tamra Judge confronts Gina Kirschenheiter at a bonfire in We's exclusive preview of the upcoming episode of RHOC, airing on Wednesday, July 5th. Tamra questions Taylor Armstrong about whether they had ever mocked Heather Dubrow's career, referencing a previous conversation they had during the trip. Tamra is aware of rumors suggesting they were gossiping about Heather.

Taylor, who is 52 years old, did not believe that they had been unkind, but they acknowledge the possibility that their comments may have been sarcastic.

Tamra then questions Gina, aged 39, about why she felt the need to intervene in a conversation between Tamra and Taylor regarding Heather, who is 54, when she was not present. In response, Gina asserts, "I am simply looking out for my friend, as friends ought to do."

Gina Kirschenheiter, Tamra Judge Andrew Eccles/Bravo(2)

Heather, on the other hand, implies that she suspected Gina of instigating problems between her and the other women. "It's nice that you checked on me, but the way you presented it made it seem like there was a pattern or something," Heather tells her fellow cast member.

In an earlier flashback, Gina explains that she wanted to ensure Heather was truly fine because Tamra had supposedly been making subtle jabs at her friends and tarnishing Heather's professional reputation. "She's been criticizing Emily [Simpson], and she's been taking some shots at me," Gina alleges.

After the other women remained unconvinced, Gina vented her frustration in a confidential interview, disclosing that the conversation around the bonfire had deeply upset her. “I'm furious,” she expressed to the cameras. “It's as if, 'Hey, I'm trying to be a good friend to you and then you betray me.' Honestly, at this point, I'm starting to question whether Heather is even from New York."

Heather had previously hinted at more drama in season 17, which premiered last month. "To be completely honest, I didn't have the best time," she quipped at BravoCon in October 2022 when asked about the upcoming episodes. "However, I do have a fondness for Taylor."

Tamra and Heather have had their share of ups and downs during the filming of the season. However, they are currently on good terms and their relationship is akin to that of sisters. Tune in to Bravo on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET to catch The Real Housewives of Orange County.