Series synopsis
The Real Housewives of Rhode Island is an American reality television series that premiered on Bravo on April 2, 2026. It was created by Scott Dunlop. It stars Kelsey Swanson, Rulla Nehme Pontarelli, Alicia Carmody and Ashley Iaconetti.
Welcome to the Ocean State. It may be America’s smallest, but don’t be fooled — the drama is wicked wild. In a place where everyone knows everyone and family names carry serious weight, nothing is ever truly forgotten. Friendships are built over decades, loyalties are deeply rooted and secrets are guarded at all costs…until betrayal strikes and the cracks begin to show.
Premise
Welcome to the Ocean State. It may be America’s smallest, but don’t be fooled — the drama is wicked wild. In a place where everyone knows everyone and family names carry serious weight, nothing is ever truly forgotten. Friendships are built over decades, loyalties are deeply rooted and secrets are guarded at all costs…until betrayal strikes and the cracks begin to show.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Kelsey Swanson as Self
- Rulla Nehme Pontarelli as Self
- Alicia Carmody as Self
- Ashley Iaconetti as Self
- Rosie DiMare as Self
- Jo-Ellen Tiberi as Self
- Liz McGraw as Self
Guest cast
- Dolores Catania as Self
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 14 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 14 | April 2, 2026 | June 28, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Welcome to Rhode Island Jo-Ellen and Rosie clash over rumors about Kelsey's unconventional relationship. New to Rhode Island, Ashley learns to fit in with a group of friends whose history runs deep. Small town secrets come to the surface at Jo-Ellen's Fourth of July party. |
April 2, 2026 |
| 2 |
Ocean State of Affairs Ashley opens up about the stress Jared is under due to the demands of their coffee shop. Rulla accuses Jo-Ellen of spreading gossip about an alleged affair. Kelsey invites all the girls to the Newport Winery for wine tasting and rumor squashing. |
April 5, 2026 |
| 3 |
Saturday Night Fever Dream Rulla hosts a Lebanese lunch where she seeks advice from her close friends. Alicia opens up to Liz about her fear of marriage. Ashley and Jared attempt a date night. Liz throws a Studio 54-themed party where Rulla and Jo-Ellen, and their husbands, come face-to-face. |
April 12, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Bravo |
|---|---|
| First aired | April 2, 2026 |
| Last aired | June 7, 2026 |
| Status | continue |
| Schedule | Sunday at 21:00:00 |