The ‘Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ Walk a Treacherous Tightrope. No One Survives.

Remember the simple times? Long before federal convictions and Reality Von Tease, the humble ladies of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City fought about hospital smells and thumbs up emojis.

After two years of increased stakes, the most absurd Real Housewives franchise is back to its roots this season. Every fight is indecipherable, unrelatable, and wonderfully engaging—just the way it should be.

Following a premiere that effortlessly proved the show doesn’t need Monica to survive, the second episode is an even more impressive outing. Not only does the show not need Monica, it’s thriving in her absence. Without a pariah in their midst, the ladies of RHOSLC no longer need to present a united front. Instead, they’re all turning on each other. From Whitney vs. everyone to Lisa and Angie’s falling out, no one is safe.

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