‘The Real Housewives Of Rhode Island’ Cast Revealed In First Look Trailer At BravoCon
The Housewives universe is expanding, and Bravo is welcoming seven new ones into the franchise with The Real Housewives of Rhode Island.
During the “Ask Andy” panel at BravoCon, Andy Cohen revealed a first look at the franchise expansion, which will premiere in 2026, coinciding with the celebration of 20 years of The Real Housewives.
The premiere season cast of The Real Housewives of Rhode Island will follow — Alicia Carmody, Rosie DiMare, Ashley Iaconetti, Liz McGraw, Rulla Nehme Pontarelli, Kelsey Swanson, and Jo-Ellen Tiberi, as they navigate the highs and lows of Rhode Island’s close-knit social scene.
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Dolores Catania, who Bravo viewers know from The Real Housewives of New Jersey and the winner of The Traitors Season 3, will also join the cast as a friend.
Speaking to Andy Cohen during BravoCon about RHORI, he told Deadline, “It’s interesting that it’s one of the smallest states and it kind of feels like this insular community where everybody knows each other [and] you can’t get away with anything. It is the perfect spot for a Housewives. Plus it’s also so beautiful, it’s aspirational. It’s the Ocean state – it’s teeny. And the women are outrageously fun and great for TV.”
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The Real Housewives of Rhode Island is produced by Evolution Media, an Amazon MGM Studios company. Lucilla D’Agostino, Barry Poznick, Jen McClure-Metz and Joseph Ferraro executive produce for Evolution Media. Additional executive producers include Bianca Barnes-Williams and James Brangert. Andy Cohen also serves as executive producer.
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Watch the preview for RHORI Season 1 below.
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Scroll through the photo gallery below to meet the cast of The Real Housewives of Rhode Island.
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Alicia Carmody: Rhode Island to the core, Alicia isn’t shy about her roots — just wait until you hear her say “cracker.” After eight years of engagement to fiancé Billy Kitsilis, this “Runaway Bride” still isn’t ready to take the plunge — even for their daughter, Celina. When she’s not dodging wedding bells, Alicia helps Billy run his restaurant, Pizza Mamma, proving she can handle the heat both in and out of the kitchen.
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Rosie DiMare: A former local television news anchor, Rosie now shines as the host of her own lifestyle program and as a sought-after DJ. Recently celebrating her first wedding anniversary with husband Rich DiMare, a well-known Frank Sinatra style singer — Rosie calls North Kingstown home, where the couple lives with their dog, Clementine.
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Ashley Iaconetti: After finding love with her now-husband — and Warwick, Rhode Island native — Jared Haibon on “Bachelor in Paradise,” Ashley has traded rose ceremonies for real life as a proud mom to two boys, Dawson and Hayden. While Jared manages their beloved coffee shop, Ashley has built a thriving career as a social media powerhouse, all while acclimating her new life in her husband’s home state.
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Liz McGraw: Liz is Rhode Island royalty — the woman everyone wants to know, and the state’s very own Cannabis Queen. Alongside her husband, Gerry, she owns and operates The Slater Center, the largest and most successful cannabis dispensary in Rhode Island. But Liz isn’t just a business powerhouse — she’s also a devoted stepmom to Miranda, Briana, and Skyla, balancing family, entrepreneurship, and her signature flair for style.
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Rulla Nehme Pontarelli: Rulla helms a financial empire as a Certified Financial Planner and Wealth Manager to some of the East Coast’s most distinguished families. Rulla is married to prominent Rhode Island podiatrist, Brian, and together they juggle life with their two young children, Luca and Laila.
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Kelsey Swanson: Former Miss Rhode Island, Kelsey, keeps a full plate as one of the state’s top makeup artists. Kelsey has been in a 10-year relationship with one of Rhode Island’s most notable figures, enjoying the lap of luxury while keeping her social calendar full.
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Jo-Ellen Tiberi: Self-proclaimed town gossip, Jo-Ellen, knows everyone and everything worth knowing in Cranston. As one of the top aesthetic practice development managers in the country, she juggles a busy career with family life alongside her high school sweetheart and husband, Gary, and their three kids — Gian, Jolie, and Gia.
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Dolores Catania: Rhode Island captured Dolores’s heart years ago, and she’s longed to return ever since. With her dear friend Liz McGraw living there – and a shared business project on the horizon – a sun-soaked, beach-filled summer is a natural fit for this Jersey girl.
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