Surprising Celebrities Obsessed with 'The Real Housewives' You Never Knew About

Numerous celebrities have admitted to indulging in a good Real Housewives marathon, just like the rest of us. However, a select few have taken their fandom to new heights. One such example is Nicki Minaj, who recently expressed her desire to host the Real Housewives of Potomac reunion on social media. In response, Andy Cohen gave his seal of approval online, potentially paving the way for Minaj to land the gig.

The host expressed excitement in the comments section of Minaj's July 2021 post, exclaiming "I want to see this!" Notably, cast members Gizelle Bryant, Karen Huger, Robyn Dixon, and Wendy Osefo also showed their enthusiasm for the idea. As the post's popularity grew, Minaj suggested that her fans watch the reality show to show their support.

The songwriter teased her followers on Instagram, urging them to binge-watch all the episodes and hinting at exciting topics to come. She promised well-crafted questions blended with humor and epicness. Adding fuel to the speculation, Minaj also shared screenshots of a conversation with her publicist discussing potential topics for her new hosting role.

Joe messaged Minaj to share that Andy Cohen was willing to give up his hosting seat for the Potomac reunion in October, which left Minaj thrilled and responding with emojis. Her publicist was also on board with the idea, stating that it would be a hilarious moment and they were working on getting the details. Meanwhile, Rihanna unexpectedly found herself involved with her favorite reality show when Ramona Singer took a jab at Leah McSweeney's Married to the Mob streetwear clothing line during a July 2021 episode of Real Housewives of New York.

Singer expressed her willingness to endorse the fashion designer's collection by sporting a shirt with the names "Leah Mob" or "Mob, Something," but both names were inaccurate. In response, McSweeney brushed it off, stating that Singer wasn't his target audience and that he already had Rihanna supporting his clothing line, making her endorsement unnecessary.

Rihanna shared a selfie on Instagram wearing a t-shirt that read “Bitch Mob” and captioned it with “What was said @ramonasinger?#RHONY,” followed by a clip of a scene from the show.

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Celebs That Love ‘The Real Housewives’ Franchise: Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, Jonah Hill and More

Numerous celebrities have admitted to indulging in a Real Housewives marathon to unwind at the end of a long day, just like many of us. However, some stars have taken their admiration for the Bravo reality series to another level. For instance, Nicki Minaj expressed her desire to host the Real Housewives of Potomac reunion on social media, which caught the attention of fans as well as Andy Cohen, who endorsed the idea on social media. As a result, Minaj may have earned herself an invitation to join the cast for the reunion after season 6.

The host expressed their excitement with the comment, "I want to see this!" on Minaj's July 2021 post, with a number of cast members such as Gizelle Bryant, Karen Huger, Robyn Dixon and Wendy Osefo also showing their enthusiasm for the idea. As the post began to gain traction and go viral, Minaj hinted that her fans could show their support by catching up on the reality show.

The songwriter teased her followers on Instagram, encouraging them to binge-watch all the episodes in anticipation of the upcoming event. In a message to her publicist, Joe, Minaj hinted at well-crafted questions that would be a mix of humor and epicness. As fans eagerly awaited the reveal, Minaj shared screenshots of her conversations with Joe, fueling further speculation about the upcoming hosting gig.

Joe informed Minaj that Andy Cohen was willing to give up his seat to have her host the Potomac reunion, which was set to be recorded in October. Minaj expressed her excitement with a string of emojis, and her publicist responded positively, stating that it would be a funny moment and that they would gather more information. In a separate incident, Rihanna unexpectedly became involved in her favorite reality show when Ramona Singer made a derogatory remark about Leah McSweeney's Married to the Mob streetwear clothing line during a July 2021 episode of Real Housewives of New York.

The fashion designer's line had Singer's support, but she mistakenly mentioned the names "Leah Mob" or "Mob, Something." However, McSweeney dismissed it by saying that Singer was not his target audience and that he already had Rihanna wearing his clothing, so he did not need Singer's endorsement.

Rihanna shared a selfie on Instagram wearing a t-shirt with the words “Bitch Mob”. She also posted a clip from the show with the caption “What was said @ramonasinger?#RHONY”.

Scroll down to see what other celebs love the Real Housewives:

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Jon Hamm

During a June 2023 interview on the Today show, the former Mad Men star expressed his love for the Bravo universe. He admitted to being a fan of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, as well as a follower of Vanderpump Rules and The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.

Ham noted that while he's enjoyed RHONY over the years, the new cast gave him pause. “We'll see what this whole new New York is all about,” he quipped.

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Lukas Gage

Each city of the Housewives franchise has its own unique charm, making it difficult to pick a clear favorite. According to an interview with Bustle in February 2023, the actor expressed admiration for each city's individual beauty. Potomac was described as stunning, Beverly Hills as an OG, New Jersey as unhinged, New York as classy (in a way), Atlanta as funny and iconic, and Salt Lake City as dark. Despite their differences, the actor made it clear that they held affection for all of the cities.

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Jessica Chastain

"It’s binge housewives and never leave the couch kinda weather ️," the actress captioned a Twitter selfie in October 2022.

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Melanie Lynskey and Jason Ritter

In July 2022, the couple opened up about their love for The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.

"I've been a fan since day one, watching every season," shared the Yellowjackets star with E! News. She went on to reveal that her husband also got hooked on the show after she introduced it to him.

On the other hand, Ritter expressed his enthusiasm for the show, stating that he's not just watching it because his wife is. "I make sure we watch it every night. I'm invested in the group dynamic, the way they navigate through tough times, and their journey towards forgiveness and healing," he explained.

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Maren Morris

The popular musician behind "I Can't Love You Anymore" has been a longtime admirer of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, having met one of her favorites, Kyle Richards, in 2021. During an interview on the radio in April 2022, she shared how excited she was to have finally met Kyle after being a fan for so long. The two hit it off, chatting for an hour after the Aspen Jazz Festival, where Kyle had reached out to the singer via Instagram to ask if she and her family could meet backstage. The musician also expressed her delight at how her job has taken her to peculiar places and allowed her to meet fascinating people, like Kyle. In the same month, Kyle, Dorit Kemsley, and Sutton Stracke snapped some photos with the musician at Stagecoach.

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Meryl Streep

"It's the present moment, the here and now. And yet, what do I find myself doing? Tuning in to The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills," revealed the recipient of the coveted Golden Globe award while promoting Don't Look Up alongside her co-stars in January 2022. She went on to describe the show as the perfect escape, stating that "it's strangely invigorating" and helps her refocus on what truly matters. "This film reminds us that everything else pales in comparison to the bigger picture. If we don't take care of our planet, there won't be any more reality TV to watch or whatever else we may enjoy."

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Florence Pugh

"Watching old reunions of RHOBH,” Pugh wrote via Instagram Stories in November 2021. “Yessss pleaaaase.”

In February 2023, the Don't Worry Darling star posed for photos with Lisa Rinna in London after years of online friendship.

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Jennifer Lawrence

In November 2017, Amelia Hamlin recorded a video on Instagram where she captured Lawerence's reaction upon meeting her mother, Lisa Rinna. Hamlin can be heard laughing and describing the moment as iconic, while Lawrence appears to be shocked and frightened.

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Chrissy Teigen

"I think I've seen every episode of every season of housewives at least 15 times and I am not exaggerating," the cookbook author tweeted on April 2015.

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Pepper Teigen

In October 2021, We learned that Chrissy Teigen's mother is also a devoted fan of the Real Housewives franchise. She regularly watches the shows from Orange County, New York, and Beverly Hills, and enjoys discussing them with her daughter.

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Solange Knowles

Solange told her sister Beyoncé that she watches Real Housewives of Atlanta "religiously" and ends up "in stitches the whole time."

Solange expressed her adoration for The Real Housewives of Atlanta in a conversation she recently had. In an interview with her sister for Interview Magazine in January 2017, she explained how the show represents the women she grew up around in Houston, making her feel at home.

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Mila Kunis

"I am a huge fan of the Real Housewives," Kunis shared with Lisa Rinna during their appearance on Live With Kelly and Ryan in August 2018. She expressed her love for all the franchises, including Atlanta, Orange County, Jersey, and Potomac, but her ultimate favorite was Beverly Hills. Kunis confessed to keeping up with every episode to ensure she didn't miss out on any of the juicy drama.

"I must admit, I've watched every single episode, every reunion show, and even the unseen footage. Needless to say, I absolutely love it. It's a thrilling experience for me," she exclaimed enthusiastically.

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Elizabeth Moss

"I have a deep affection for television, especially when accompanied by my trusty DVR - it's a bond that cannot be broken. My guilty pleasure is anything airing on the Bravo network. I indulge in all the Real Housewives shows and even catch up on past seasons during marathons, just so I'm fully prepared for the upcoming one," shared Moss with Arrive in April 2013.

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Rihanna

Kyle Richards once recounted an endearing anecdote about how her daughter had an unexpected encounter with Rihanna at a karaoke spot. According to Richards, while her daughter was chatting with friends, a commotion erupted after Rihanna and her entourage walked in. Suddenly, Rihanna tapped her daughter on the shoulder and exclaimed, "Oh my God, I'm obsessed with you." Overwhelmed with emotion, Richards' daughter was left feeling confused and tearful.

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Michelle Obama

“I do love a little ‘Real Housewives’ every now and again.” Obama opened up on Live With Kelly and Michael in October 2012.

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Sarah Paulson

Paulson expressed her admiration for every franchise of the popular Bravo hit shows, stating that the franchise itself is the true standout star of the Real Housewives series. This sentiment was shared by the American Horror Story actress during a Vanity Fair interview in October 2019.

During the interview, the actress shared a story of an uncomfortable interaction she had with a Beverly Hills housewife. She expressed concern about the possibility of being targeted on social media but also stated that she would not miss the housewife in question, rather the dynamic she brought to the group. The actress recalled meeting her at a party and feeling that she was not very friendly towards her.

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Nicki Minaj

Nicki Minaj hinted at a possible collaboration with Real Housewives of Potomac (RHOP) when she shared the season 6 trailer featuring a remix of her hit song "Moment 4 Life." In a July 2021 Instagram post, the rapper also revealed that she would be hosting the reunion and asked her followers what questions they wanted her to ask.

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Lady Gaga

The singer was unabashed as she shared her favorite franchises with Cohen, listing "all the cities" without hesitation.

One particular housewife, Karent Sierra, stood out to her for her striking beauty that seemed to draw ire from others. She also expressed her admiration for Nene Leakes, noting her authenticity, and Kandi Burruss, who has penned numerous successful songs.

Gaga praised Vanderpump's fearless attitude and went on to include several reality TV stars, including SUR owner Kyle Richards, Kim Richards, Brandi Glanville, Yolanda Hadid, Joyce Giraud de Ohoven, and Carlton Gebbia, in one of her music videos.

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Eddie Redmayne

Redmayne confessed to Lawrence during their Interview magazine conversation in January 2015 that after spending the day trying to feign knowledge about astronomy and physics, he unwinds by watching The Real Housewives. Lawrence was ecstatic about this admission and referred to it as a "breakthrough."

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Zooey Deschanel

"I'm into a lot of reality shows. I love the Real Housewives — especially the Beverly Hills one," the New Girl alum told HuffPost in November 2011.

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Diddy

"I have a particular fondness for Nene [Leakes], she's my favorite housewife without a doubt. As an avid viewer of the Atlanta housewives, I also enjoy watching the drama unfold in the New Jersey series. I'm not ashamed to admit that I even frequent chat rooms to discuss the latest episodes," shared Diddy in an interview with E! News back in July 2015.

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Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green

Jennifer's Body actress revealed to E! News in August 2014 that she and her estranged husband Brian are hooked on the Housewives franchise. They watch all the shows and discuss the latest scandalous moments, calling them "like drugs." She admitted that it's her biggest guilty pleasure.

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Jonah Hill

"I had a surreal moment in Atlanta while shooting a movie when I found myself parked next to NeNe [Leakes] in her car. I was so starstruck that I immediately texted all my friends about the encounter," revealed the actor who played the infamous Jordan Belfort in The Wolf of Wall Street on The Wendy Williams Show in December 2011.

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Harry Styles

Rinna disclosed at the season 11 reunion in October 2021 that Harry Styles, the "Watermelon Sugar" singer, is an avid viewer of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. The RHOBH cast even sent him a heartfelt surprise during the COVID-19 pandemic, as Styles had requested a birthday video from some of them. Viewers were treated to a clip of Dorit Kemsley's message to the former One Direction member.

“Hearing that you have been self-quarantined and binge-watching The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is just about the best news I've gotten all month," she told the Dunkirk actor in the video.