The Real Housewives (Franchise)

‘The Real Housewives’ is a reality TV franchise that began with ‘The Real Housewives of Orange County’ in 2006, following the personal and professional lives of wealthy women in different cities and regions. The franchise has expanded into 11 U.S. series, one UAE edition, and 32 international adaptations, with the American shows primarily airing on Bravo. It has also produced 28 spin-offs, with ‘Vanderpump Rules’ becoming the most successful and spawning its own additional series.