7.4/1019 votes#1 - New Friend, New Flames
Season 14 Episode 1 - Aired 8/6/2019
Shannon feels better than ever after shedding over 40 pounds and the baggage of her marriage. She immediately hits it off with Kelly’s new friend, Braunwyn, a mom of seven children. Gina starts the year dealing with the ramifications of a recent DUI, while Emily takes on the role of single mother when her husband Shane studies for the California BAR exam. Kelly settles down and is smitten with her new beau, a successful plastic surgeon. Tamra has moved into a new home in her dream neighborhood of Coto de Caza, but is troubled that her sons are not speaking.
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7.5/1017 votes#2 - (Not So Happy) Housewarming
Season 14 Episode 2 - Aired 8/13/2019
Kelly is shocked to learn how the allegation from last year’s reunion has affected her daughter Jolie. Emily hosts her in-laws to celebrate their birthdays without the help of her husband Shane. Brauwnyn and Sean spend Valentine’s day at their love shack, while her mom watches their seven kids. Tamra invites the ladies to her housewarming party and warns Kelly that Vicki will be there. At the party, Shannon and Tamra watch the infamous animoji Kelly sent Vicki. Braunwyn and Tamra hit it off, and sparks fly when Vicki arrives.
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7.3/1016 votes#3 - All Aboard the Rumor Train
Season 14 Episode 3 - Aired 8/20/2019
As Tamra’s housewarming party continues, Kelly’s tear-filled exit prompts the other women to air their grievances. Gina confesses a painful secret to Emily. Shannon and Braunwyn cement their friendship and bond over challenges they face parenting. And while Kelly is in Aspen with Jolie, a new shocking rumor comes to light.
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7.7/1020 votes#4 - Breakdown in Beverly Hills
Season 14 Episode 4 - Aired 8/26/2019
Kelly and Brauwnyn watch Emily rehearse her anniversary dance number; Shannon plans a group day trip so Gina can visit Rodeo Drive for the first time; Emily breaks down; Shannon and Emily argue over a comment made during an interview; Kelly explodes.
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7.5/1017 votes#5 - Liar, Liar, Friendships on Fire
Season 14 Episode 5 - Aired 9/3/2019
The day trip to Beverly Hills continues and Shannon surprises the group with tourist clothes and a double decker bus ride through Hollywood. Meanwhile, Tamra confronts Braunwyn, Emily leaves the trip early, and Braunwyn has dinner with her mom.
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7.2/1016 votes#6 - Family Affair
Season 14 Episode 6 - Aired 9/10/2019
Emily is threatened by Gina's growing friendship with Shannon; Tamra and Shannon coach Vicki on how to deal with Kelly on their upcoming trip to Arizona; Kelly deals with family issues; Gina is frustrated with Emily.
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8.5/1017 votes#7 - Dance Like No One Is Watching
Season 14 Episode 7 - Aired 9/17/2019
Kelly invests in a new business and goes to a Wellness Expo to practice her pitch. While Gina meets with a new lawyer about her DUI, Braunwyn and Kelly head to Las Vegas to support Emily at her dance performance. Then, the ladies travel to a wellness resort in Miraval, Arizona. At a sound bath, Kelly bonks Shannon over the head which leads to an unexpected trip to Urgent Care.
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8.0/1018 votes#8 - Let's Get Metaphysical
Season 14 Episode 8 - Aired 9/24/2019
At Miraval, Kelly tries to defend herself about the “bonk” but her plan backfires. Emily and Gina’s strained friendship comes to a head. Tamra tries to mediate peace between Kelly and Shannon. Vicki arrives on the trip and quickly finds herself in hot water with Kelly. After an aerial yoga class, Tamra confronts Emily about not inviting her and Shannon to Las Vegas.
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8.1/1017 votes#9 - Miracle at Miraval
Season 14 Episode 9 - Aired 10/1/2019
The Miraval trip continues as Vicki unleashes another rumor about Kelly, leading Kelly to explode at the Tres Amigas. Everyone goes beekeeping, except Kelly, who stays behind. At beekeeping, Shannon flirts with the beekeeper. After, Emily and Gina hash through their issues. At dinner, an emotional discussion leads to an unlikely apology. And the ladies have some late-night fun in the hot tub, where Brauwnyn reveals how she celebrates Sean’s “monumental” birthdays.
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7.0/1018 votes#10 - Big Os and Broken Toes
Season 14 Episode 10 - Aired 10/8/2019
Gina’s double date with Shane’s cousin is canceled due to a broken toe. Emily goes to Tamra and Eddie for help to lose weight and learns the situation is more extreme than she thought. Shannon gets an O shot. Braunwyn has a family photo shoot. Emily catches up with former housewife, Alexis Bellino. Meanwhile, Kelly remains in Arizona to visit old friends and her brother JR as she struggles to reconnect with her younger brother Eric and mom Bobbi.
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6.5/1019 votes#11 - Hot Mess Express
Season 14 Episode 11 - Aired 10/15/2019
For Shannon’s birthday, the ladies celebrate with a trip on a train to Del Mar and where Shannon’s goal is to find a man to kiss. Still upset over the canceled double date, Gina avoids Emily, angered that the date may have been a bad set up from the start. Gina feels betrayed, but Emily insists she only had good intentions. Tamra and Braunwyn’s flirtation finally comes to a boil. Kelly has an issue communicating with Dr. Brian. Vicki and former housewife Meghan come along to the party.
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8.5/1019 votes#12 - Fashion Show Faux Pas
Season 14 Episode 12 - Aired 10/22/2019
Braunwyn’s daughter Rowan makes her debut at OC Fashion Week with her clothing line Dark Rabbit. Shannon takes on the role of momager as she coaches daughter Adeline on how to walk a runway. Rowan and Adeline triumph, while Braunwyn and Kelly back each other up in an argument about Dr. Deb. Meanwhile, Gina gets a new look as she grapples with whether to reconcile with her ex or move forward with a new relationship. Eddie learns about Tamra and Braunwyn’s time in Del Mar. Emily and Braunwyn bond over a discussion about the father figures in their lives. Tamra’s son Ryan has a tattoo removed and agrees to go to therapy.
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8.2/1025 votes#13 - Spilling Tea and Throwing Shade
Season 14 Episode 13 - Aired 10/29/2019
The ladies gather to celebrate Vicki's birthday with a royal tea party; Kelly refuses to attend; at the party, Gina and Braunwyn clash, while rumors about Kelly have the ladies up in arms.
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7.5/1018 votes#14 - Best Frenemies Forever
Season 14 Episode 14 - Aired 11/5/2019
The gossip from the tea party has Braunwyn in Kelly's crosshairs, but Braunwyn defends herself against the accusations and comes clean about who truly talked about Kelly. Shannon gets a shock when she finds out someone has been negative towards her.
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7.7/1016 votes#15 - The Orange Doesn't Fall Far From the Tree
Season 14 Episode 15 - Aired 11/12/2019
Shannon and Braunwyn help their daughters prepare for college; Tamra attends one of Ryan's therapy sessions and is devastated by what she learns; Shannon and Tamra get together and hash things out.
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7.9/1017 votes#16 - Viral Videos and Vendettas
Season 14 Episode 16 - Aired 11/19/2019
A video of Tamra listing rumors about Kelly goes viral; Shannon prepares for divorce court; Braunwyn throws a weaning party to celebrate the end of 19 years of breast feeding; Braunwyn invites the ladies to join her on a trip to Miami and Key West.
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7.9/1016 votes#17 - Florida Fun and Fury
Season 14 Episode 17 - Aired 11/26/2019
Braunwyn convinces Kelly to go on the Florida trip; Shannon shares the results of her divorce hearing; the ladies head out for a night of clubbing; Kelly insults Shannon; Tamra and Kelly try to hash things out, but it blows up in their faces.
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8.0/1016 votes#18 - Wild, Wild Key West
Season 14 Episode 18 - Aired 12/3/2019
In Key West, Fla., Gina and Emily worry about something Vicki has done in regards to Kelly and urge her to come clean; Vicki and Kelly have another argument, leading Vicki to explode; an accident occurs, resulting in an ambulance ride.
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7.0/1016 votes#19 - Some Fences Are Made to Be Broken
Season 14 Episode 19 - Aired 12/10/2019
In Florida, Vicki returns from the hospital with a sprained ankle; Tamra and Shannon go parasailing, while Gina faces her fears of murky water; Kelly tries to make amends during a sunset cruise; Gina tells her mother she is calling off her divorce.
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7.3/1017 votes#20 - Whooping It Up for Wedding Bells
Season 14 Episode 20 - Aired 12/17/2019
Shannon goes on a date with a man who she plans to invite to Vicki’s engagement party. Emily helps Gina pack up her Coto house. Braunwyn and her mom Dr. Deb meet for yoga while continuing to avoid their unresolved issues. Emily is surprised at a medical diagnosis. The ladies celebrate Vicki’s engagement with a “farmhouse chic” party, but Tamra melts down after seeing Kelly.
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8.6/1018 votes#21 - Reunion (1)
Season 14 Episode 21 - Aired 12/18/2019
Part one kicks off by discussing the return of “Fun Shannon” and Shannon gives an update on her love life. Emily and Gina’s complicated friendship is dissected as they discuss their roller coaster season including Gina’s DUI, Emily’s marital struggles and Gina’s relationships in the wake of her separation. Meanwhile, Vicki grows agitated backstage waiting to join the ladies onstage. Once reunited, the ladies hear about Vicki’s love tank, and hash it out over the unforgettable trip to Miraval including the gong heard around the world.
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8.0/1017 votes#22 - Reunion (2)
Season 14 Episode 22 - Aired 12/23/2019
In part two of the reunion, tensions flare between Kelly and the Tres Amigas as the ladies continue their debate about what went down at Miraval, including all of the rumors that were lobbed at Kelly. Braunwyn opens up about how the show has complicated her relationship with her mother, Dr. Deb. Emotions run high as the Kelly versus Vicki feud is replayed and Kelly gets emotional about the loss of her former friend. Tamra gives updates on her family and her new business. Questions about Tamra’s true motivations as a friend turns into a heated argument between Kelly and Shannon. The group trip to Florida is brought up and Vicki surprises everyone by insisting Braunwyn and her wilder ways has “destroyed” the show she created.
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6.9/1018 votes#23 - Reunion (3)
Season 14 Episode 23 - Aired 12/26/2019
The reunion concludes as the confrontation between the OG of the OC and the new housewife escalates when Vicki tries to shame Braunwyn over her behavior. Andy wishes Vicki farewell, Emily talks about the worst year of her life, and Shane joins the ladies providing a surprising perspective on their marriage. Gina's emotional and difficult year is discussed, including a post-season incident that involved the police. The ladies toast to an eventful season 14 with a nod to their trip to Miraval.
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The Best Episodes of The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 14
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Season 14 Ratings Summary
"New Friend, New Flames" is the best rated episode of "The Real Housewives of Orange County" season 14. It scored 7.4/10 based on 19 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 8/6/2019. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "(Not So Happy) Housewarming".