Everybody knows that reality TV is one of the hottest trends in network programming. There are reality shows based on every genre that one can imagine. The span includes housewives, dieters, thrill seekers, money makers, makeovers, cooking, and the list goes on.
I've been a reality TV connoisseur since the early 90s with the launch of Real World - New York on MTV. It's been almost 20 years since my love affair with reality TV began and I don't see it ending soon. I must admit, the "realness" of these shows have taken a huge decline. Many of the shows are scripted and deeply contrived, so my viewing pleasures are somewhat limited these days.
Below is a list of a few of my favorite personalities:
Phaedra is my absolute favorite of all the housewives on any series. Though she may not be a housewife in the traditional sense, her talents far exceed any reality show title. I like Phaedra because she's smart, southern, witty, and able to roll with the flow. Her fashions are fly. There's something about intelligent Type A personalities that just screams swell - this is so Phaedra. This season, I get to see more interactions between she, Apollo, and baby Aden. Baby Aden is such a cutie. I want to see more of Phaedra's mom. She's a hoot and I'm her namesake.So with that...Everybody knows that Phaedra Parks is my weekly watch. Get it Phaedra.

Lisa is my favorite member of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. IMO, she's the picture of a real housewife. She's pretty, involved, well-dressed, and she is NOT the bread winner. She also has the 80s glam which I love. The way she interacts with her husband tickles me to no end. Though she's the eldest of the group, she doesn't act like some matriarch. She's lively and sophisticated.
PS. I've eaten at
Villa Blanca and it's quite good. If you're ever in Beverly Hills, this is a must try. I shared the Baked King Crab Rolls and I had the Roasted Prime Filet Mignon.

T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle is my newest fav. They are the absolute cutest couple ever. Their dynamic makes them such a likable pair. Both are soooooo southern and have the Atlanta charm down to a sweet potato science. I'd love to spend the day with the both of them at a summer cookout. They seem like they'd be the best hosts: refreshing your sweet tea, bringing another rib or five, great music playing...you know the perfect summer set up. I don't know why I think of summer BBQ's with them, I just do.
I will be tuned in to them for the rest of the season.
Drita, Drite, Drita! Drita is the gritty vixen from Mob Wives. I like Drita because she's a no nonsense kind of girl. Though she's a bit of a hot head, she seems very likable and loyal. She's the good girlfriend that you can talk to no matter what. IMO, Drita and I could hang, kick it, and pal around NYC. See, she's straight from the hip most times, and I dig people like that. "Love me some Drita".
Reality TV is one of my guilty pleasures? What about you?
