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Bravo is giving viewers a sneak peek at the newest “Real Housewives” franchise.
“The Real Housewives of Rhode Island" will premiere April 2 at 9 p.m. ET on Bravo. Episodes will also stream on Peacock the day after they air.
The cast — which consists of Alicia Carmody, Rosie DiMare, Ashley Iaconetti, Liz McGraw, Rulla Nehme Pontarelli, Kelsey Swanson, Jo-Ellen Tiberi and Dolores Catania, appeared altogether on TODAY with Jenna and Sheinelle March 30.
After the cast was asked if they’ve stayed "good friends" throughout the filming process, there was a "little bit of silence," as guest co-host Matt Rogers pointed out.
"I think most of us have," Jo-Ellen responded.
Dolores compared filming to a "boxing match."
"You beat each other up, and then you have to hug it out," she said. "They'll get that."
During the interview, the cast was also asked to name who was the “messiest” this season. After a slight pause, one person finally spoke up.
“I think I’m a little bit messy but I’m very honest,” Jo-Ellen said. “... I tell the truth and sometimes that gets messy.”
Two cast members are no strangers to reality TV. Dolores is a longtime star of “Real Housewives of New Jersey” and competed — and won — Season 3 of “The Traitors.” Ashley has appeared on “The Bachelor,” “Bachelor in Paradise” and “The Bachelor Winter Games,” through which she met her husband, Jared Haibon, whom she married in Rhode Island in 2019.
Eager to learn more about “The Real Housewives of Rhode Island” show? See the trailer and get to know the cast below.
‘Real Housewives of Rhode Island’ First Trailer
During BravoCon 2025 in Las Vegas, TV host Andy Cohen unveiled the first trailer for “The Real Housewives of Rhode Island.”
The trailer for “The Real Housewives of Rhode Island” begins with one of the show’s stars saying “everyone knows everyone” in the state.
Ashley Iaconetti, a newcomer to Rhode Island, then says, “People here, they don’t look down on other states, but they are weirded out that other states exist.”
Rhode Island may be a “teeny” state, as one of the stars describes, but to this group of ladies, it’s “the center of the universe.” Another says it’s “the smallest state with the biggest attitude.”
A press release for the series states “The Real Housewives of Rhode Island” highlights “a fresh, charismatic group of women whose lives intertwine across the storied coastline of New England luxury.”
‘Real Housewives of Rhode Island’ Cast Guide
Alicia Carmody
In her Bravo bio, Alicia Carmody is described as “Rhode Island to the core.” She’s been engaged to her fiancé, Billy Kitsilis, for eight years and but still isn’t ready to the tie knot, even for the sake of their daughter, Celina. Alicia helps Billy run his restaurant, Pizza Mamma.
In the show’s trailer, Alicia describes herself as a “flip flopper” and is seen jumping right into the cast’s tiffs.
During an interview on TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle, Alicia shared some advice for anyone who decides to sign on for a reality series like “The Real Housewives of Rhode Island.”
"I think it's important to keep the people that you were friends with before around you to keep you grounded, to be like, 'This is who you are,'" she said.
Rosie DiMare
Rosie DiMare previously worked as a local TV news anchor, but she’s now the host of a lifestyle program and a popular DJ. She recently celebrated one year of marriage with her husband, Rich DiMare, a singer. The couple lives in North Kingstown with their dog, Clementine, according to her Bravo bio.
In the trailer, one of Rosie’s co-stars says she’s “not afraid to call people out.” Rosie can then be seen gossiping about another woman, saying, “She’s moving into an apartment and the old guy that she cheated on with the new guy is paying for it. But I’m the problem.”
In an appearance on TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle, Rosie described the "different" dynamic of filming a reality show after being a TV broadcaster.
"There's no script. There's no teleprompter. Apparently, we don't have to say facts. You can just say whatever you want. It's crazy," she said.
Ashley Iaconetti
Ashley Iaconetti met her husband, Jared Haibon, on “Bachelor in Paradise.” The couple has two sons, Dawson and Hayden. Ashley works as a social media influencer while Jared manages their coffee shop. She’s new to Rhode Island, her husband’s home state, and new to the friend group.
In the trailer, several of the ladies suggest that Ashley is a bit emotional as a few of them say she’s “going to cry” during their get-togethers. Ashley then says, “This is not the kind of people that I’m usually around.”
When asked on TODAY with Jenna and Sheinelle if her stint on "Bachelor in Paradise" prepared her to take part in this new series, she said she's used to being in a "vulnerable spot."
"I fell in love with Jared at first sight on TV and it was such a vulnerable spot and it documented so much of our relationship over three and a half years until we got married. So I'd like to say if we could get through that hopefully it'll be good here, too," she said.
Liz McGraw
Liz McGraw is described in her Bravo bio as “Rhode Island royalty,” someone “everyone wants to know,” and the state’s “Cannabis Queen.” She owns and operates The Slater Center, Rhode Island’s largest cannabis dispensary. She’s married to her husband, Gerry, and is a stepmother to Miranda, Briana and Skyla.
In the trailer, one of Liz’s co-stars describes her as a “dominant figure head” in the friend group. Liz then addresses one of her co-stars, saying, “At some point, how do I not say you’re delulu?”
Liz is also good friends with Dolores, and the "RHONJ" star credits Liz with bringing her into the fold.
Rulla Nehme Pontarelli
Rulla Nehme Pontarelli works as a certified financial planner and wealth manager who works with “distinguished families,” according to her Bravo bio. She’s married to Brian, a podiatrist, and has two children named Luca and Laila.
In the trailer, one of Rulla’s co-stars calls her a boss and says she “projects confidence and beauty.”
Kelsey Swanson
Kelsey Swanson won the title of Miss Rhode Island in 2017 and is now a top makeup artist in the state. When it comes to her romantic life, Kelsey has been with “one of Rhode Island’s most notable figures” for 10 years, according to her Bravo bio, and has become used to “the lap of luxury.”
In the trailer, Kelsey is seen saying, “I don’t refer to myself as a sugar baby. My boyfriend is like actually attractive. The money is just a plus.”
During an appearance on TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle, Kelsey described how she prepared herself to talk openly about her 10-year relationship with a man who isn't committing and is dating other people.
"I would rather it come from the horse's mouth than for everyone else to talk about it. So I tried to be as open and as honest as possible about it and put it all out on the table. First episode, first meeting, me and Liz talk about it," she said.
Jo-Ellen Tiberi
Jo-Ellen Tiberi is described as the “self-proclaimed town gossip” in her bio. She “knows everyone and everything worth knowing in Cranston.” Jo-Ellen works as an aesthetic practice development manager and is married to her high school sweetheart, Gary. The couple has three kids, Gian, Jolie and Gia.
In the trailer, one of Jo-Ellen’s co-stars says, “If I’m trying to find out s---, if I need an FBI agent, I’m calling Jo-Ellen. She knows everything.”
During an interview on TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle, the cast was asked to name the one woman on the show who was the "messiest" this season.
"I think I'm a little bit messy but I'm very honest," Jo-Ellen said. "I tell the truth and sometimes that gets messy."
Dolores Catania
Bravo fans know Dolores Catania from “The Real Housewives of New Jersey.” After falling for Rhode Island years ago, Dolores has been eager to return. For the first season, she joins “The Real Housewives of Rhode Island” as a friend and visits her close pal, Liz McGraw, while planning a “shared business project.”
While appearing on TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle on March 30, Dolores explained how her role in the new show originated.
"(Liz and I are) very good friends, so when this all came about, I was asked to come visit, which I did gladly and it's so beautiful," she said.
Since she's already a reality TV veteran, Dolores said she tried to serve as a "wellness check" or "therapist" for her co-stars throughout the filming process. She also shared her No. 1 piece of advice she gave the other women.
"Be yourself because it's yourself that got you the job. And they all were. You're gonna see these girls gave it 100%," she said.
Dolores said viewers are going to "fall in love" with the state of Rhode Island after watching the new show.
"I got engaged because I spent the summer there," Dolores said, referencing her November 2025 engagement to her longtime boyfriend, Paulie Connell.
