Real Housewives of Miami newcomer Stephanie Shojaee is opening up about her past romantic connection with Anthony Lopez, who is currently engaged to former cast member Dr. Nicole Martin. Reflecting on their relationship, Stephanie shared, “We dated 20 years ago. He was my dad’s attorney. We got along great. We dated. It didn’t last longer than like a year or so. It’s really not that big of a deal.” This past romance has not impacted her relationship with Nicole, as the two have established a strong friendship during the current season.
Stephanie also revealed that her decision to join the show was met with a mix of advice from fellow cast members. Notably, Caroline Stanbury cautioned her against participating, while Larsa Pippen encouraged her emphatically, stating, “If you don’t do it with me I’m going to kill you.” Additionally, Lisa Rinna offered differing opinions, first expressing doubt about the show being right for her, then later supporting her decision.
As the season progressed, Stephanie was labeled as potentially the “richest” housewife ever, an accolade she approached with humor, admitting, “I do like to dress expensive. [But] you never really know who’s the richest because you don’t know who has it and isn’t flaunting.” Despite her close ties to Larsa, she found herself in conflict with Alexia Nepola, revealing that both of their strong personalities led to frequent clashes.
Stephanie recounted an unexpected back-stabbing incident from a co-star, adding intrigue to her season, hinting that the betrayal came from someone she did not see coming. Reflecting on her time on the show, she described the experience as “so much fun” but also incredibly challenging, likening it to a rollercoaster ride.
Viewers can tune in to see how these dynamics unfold each Wednesday night at 9/8c on Bravo. Stephanie’s candid insights and the unfolding drama keep things engaging for fans of the Real Housewives franchise.
This article provides a lively insight into the latest season of RHOM, illustrating the complexities of relationships within reality television. The friendly yet competitive nature of the cast mirrors real-life friendships, highlighting how past ties can lead to nuanced dynamics among individuals navigating fame and fortune.