The Housewives franchise is going international. Though there have been several Housewives shows abroad in places like Africa, none have been official Bravo shows or from the production company Truly Original. Now, the network is taking its camera crews to Dubai for The Real Housewives of Dubai.
Known as “The City of Gold” the show is set to premiere in 2022. It marks the 11th city in the franchise. It’s become popularized for showcasing a wealthy friend group who work hard to navigate their relationships, and careers. But the Dubai franchise is set to highlight the “supremely lavish and ultra-wealthy lifestyles in the United Arab Emirates,” per a press release sent to Shadow and Act.
This franchise is set to show off what’s described as a “billionaire’s playground” known for its “over-the-top opulence, jaw-dropping modern architecture, and wild nightlife scene.”
This franchise is set to show off what’s described as a “billionaire’s playground” known for its “over-the-top opulence, jaw-dropping modern architecture, and wild nightlife scene.” Expect to see its cast on private planes, running successful empires, and hosting parties on private islands.
“Everything’s bigger in Dubai, and I couldn’t be more excited to launch Bravo’s first international Housewives series in a city I’ve been fascinated by for years, with an outstanding group of friends as our guides,” executive producer Andy Cohen said in a statement.
The network is searching for an official hashtag for the show, with social media users being able to cast their votes for either #RHODubai or #RHODXB
Here's who will star in 'The Real Housewives of Dubai' (or rumored to star, at least)
According to several Twitter account sources, camera crews have already arrived in Dubai.
Cosmopolitan Middle East posted an article with the cast members’ names, but deleted it soon after.
The cast has several women of color. Per former TMZ-er and insider Anthony Dominic, the cast is toplined by Caroline Stanbury, whoh is returning to Bravo after starring in Ladies of London.
I’m told they have NOT started filming yet, but the film crews have arrived in Dubai and filming will begin soon. I’ve been told the cast is WEALTHY and everything is set to be over the top.
— Anthony Dominic (@alloveranthony) November 1, 2021
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Anthony Dominic also tweeted, “I’m told they have NOT started filming yet, but the film crews have arrived in Dubai and filming will begin soon. I’ve been told the cast is WEALTHY and everything is set to be over the top.”
He added, “I’ve also been told Caroline Stanbury is getting married in December and it will be filmed for the show. Some of her Ladies of London cast members like Juliet Angus will be there.”
This is Bravo’s first internationally produced franchise and they are going to put a lot of time and money into it, and I’m told this cast is going to deliver! #RHODubai #RHODXB
— Anthony Dominic (@alloveranthony) November 1, 2021
Also, he cautioned fans to fret not. “This is Bravo’s first internationally produced franchise and they are going to put a lot of time and money into it, and I’m told this cast is going to deliver!”
The Real Housewives of Dubai is produced by Truly Original with Steven Weinstock, Glenda Hersh, Lauren Eskelin, Jamie Jakimo, Brandon Panaligan, Glenda Cox and Chelsey Stephens serving as executive producers. Andy Cohen also serves as an executive producer.
