What is Vicki Gunvalson's role in The Real Housewives of Orange County?

Vicki Gunvalson, known as the 'OG of the OC', is returning as a full-time housewife for the 20th season of The Real Housewives of Orange County.

What can viewers expect from Vicki Gunvalson's return to RHOC?

The upcoming season is expected to chronicle the reconciliation between Gunvalson and her former co-stars Tamra Judge and Shannon Beador, who had been estranged from her in recent years.

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'OG of the OC' Vicki Gunvalson Reclaims Her Orange, Rejoins RHOC for Epic 20th Season

Q: How did Vicki Gunvalson's return to RHOC come about?

Gunvalson was presented with her orange by Bravo's Andy Cohen during the taping of The Bravos at BravoCon in Las Vegas, where he asked her to join the cast for the show's 20th season.

15 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Vicki Gunvalson returning as full-time housewife for RHOC's 20th season
Honored with Wifetime Achievement Award in 2023, but now rejoins the show
Reconciliation with fellow RHOC stars Tamra Judge and Shannon Beador expected

'OG of the OC' Vicki Gunvalson Reclaims Her Orange, Rejoins RHOC for Epic 20th Season

In a major announcement for fans of The Real Housewives of Orange County, Vicki Gunvalson is set to make a triumphant return as a full-time housewife for the show's 20th season. The news was revealed during the taping of The Bravos at BravoCon in Las Vegas, where Bravo's Andy Cohen personally presented Gunvalson with her orange, asking her to join the cast.

Gunvalson, who has been dubbed the 'OG of the OC', had previously been honored with the Wifetime Achievement Award at The Bravos in 2023, leading many to believe that was her farewell from the Bravo universe. However, the opportunity to hold an orange again and celebrate the franchise's 20-year milestone has proven that Gunvalson remains an iconic figure in the world of reality television.