: Erika Girardi celebrates her 45th birthday with multiple surprises. Cast Updates :
: Reviewers noted the episode felt like a "buffer" or a standard season-opener focused on lifestyle and shifting dynamics rather than immediate explosive conflict. [S8E1] Stronger Than Ever
: Lisa Vanderpump introduces the group to her friend Dorit Kemsley , whose permanent houseguest is Boy George. : Erika Girardi celebrates her 45th birthday with
The premiere focuses on catching up with the cast after the drama of the previous season. Key storylines include: The premiere focuses on catching up with the
is the title of the season 8 premiere of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (RHOBH) , which aired on December 19, 2017. Episode Overview
is focused on being a "momager" for her daughters' modeling careers.
: Fans on community forums like Reddit debated whether certain cast members, like Rinna, were "working for the producers" to manufacture drama, while others appreciated the more "chill" moments of family bonding. Rating : The episode holds a 7.0/10 on IMDb .