The fourth annual Bravocon event in Las Vegas proved that for Bravo's biggest stars, the drama never stops - even when the cameras aren't rolling. The convention, which kicked off on Friday, drew an impressive approximately 30,000 dedicated fans this year, all eager to catch a glimpse of their favourite reality television personalities.
Behind the Glamour: The Real Drama Unfolds
While the official panels and stage events provided plenty of entertainment for attendees and Peacock live stream viewers, the most explosive moments occurred away from the spotlight. From shocking family reconciliations to embarrassing snubs and marital troubles, the real stories emerged in the hotels and after-parties across Las Vegas.
Snubs and Family Feuds
The drama began even before Bravocon officially started. Margaret Josephs of Real Housewives of New Jersey hosted a party on Thursday to celebrate her mocktail line Soirée, with Melissa Gorga and Jen Fessler in attendance. Conspicuously absent was Jersey original Teresa Giudice, who had recently reconciled with both Melissa and her estranged brother Joe Gorga after years of family conflict.
This snub comes amid speculation about Teresa's future on the show. Sources indicate she hasn't been included in test filming for RHONJ's upcoming fifteenth season, which may feature a revamped cast with both new members and selected veterans. Margaret and Melissa are among those veterans participating in test shoots, leaving Teresa anxious about her position.
The reconciliation between Teresa and the Gorgas hasn't sat well with Margaret, who appeared disappointed by the news at her Soirée event and later expressed skepticism about Teresa's intentions during press interviews.
Fan Frenzy and Celebrity Burnout
Most Bravo stars stayed at the Four Seasons hotel, which quickly transformed into an unofficial extension of Bravocon. Once fans discovered the location, the luxury hotel's lobby and entrance became packed with enthusiastic supporters hoping for encounters with their favourite Bravolebrities.
While the hotel bar was restricted to guests only, some determined fans secured rooms at the Four Seasons specifically to gain better access to stars from Real Housewives to the McBee brothers. Surprisingly, some attendees didn't purchase Bravocon tickets at all, focusing entirely on stalking the hotel instead.
Though most stars happily engaged with fans, the constant demands for selfies and conversation began to wear on some. One West Coast Housewife complained about the difficulty of returning to her room without taking numerous photos, while another joked about feeling like Michael Jackson during his infamous balcony incident. Several stars also expressed concern about being secretly recorded while partying and having their behaviour exposed on social media.
Marital Troubles and Awkward Encounters
Summer House stars Kyle Cooke and Amanda Batula, who have been open about their marital struggles, appeared to be facing even greater difficulties than fans realised. Throughout the weekend, the couple completely avoided each other outside of mandatory panel appearances and joint press commitments.
Amanda was notably absent from Kyle's DJ performance at Hakkasan, despite support from other Summer House and Vanderpump Rules stars. The following evening, she skipped a private dinner at Boa steakhouse where Kyle was dining with The Valley cast, leading to speculation about the future of their marriage.
Meanwhile, one Orange County Housewife with a history of dishonesty found herself in another awkward situation. After inviting friends to join her at Bravocon with promises of complimentary hotel suites, she rescinded the offer upon their arrival in Vegas. The controversial star then spent minimal time with her less famous friends, preferring to mingle with fellow Bravolebrities.
Backstage Bombshells and Concert Drama
After completing their Bravocon obligations on Saturday, several Real Housewives stars and one Vanderpump Rules original attended the New Kids on the Block concert at Park MGM. Despite receiving VIP treatment, one overconfident star attempted to access the backstage green room without proper clearance and was promptly stopped by security. The rejected celebrity then made an angry phone call to her manager before returning to the Four Seasons bar instead of attending the NKOTB after-party with Donnie Wahlberg.
Perhaps the most serious revelation emerged backstage at Bravocon, where details surfaced about one of the nastiest Real Housewives conflicts of 2025. During an off-camera argument on a cast trip, one Housewife shockingly accused a castmate of antisemitism. Bravo investigated the incident but found no merit to the claim and decided against including it in the show to protect those involved. Most cast members considered the accusation completely unfounded and have supported the affected colleague. The fallout continues months after filming, with the feuding stars kept separated during Bravocon to prevent another explosive confrontation.
