Someone pass us a drink because the Real Housewives of Sydney have been unveiled and we cannot keep up with the drama! Filming hasn’t even started and already it’s turned into a total bitchfest, with shots being fired between the seven powerhouses.
So who are the women forging cracks in the Opera House with their earth-shattering quips?
Artist and jewellery designer Athena X Levendi, model/real-estate agent Krissy Marsh, media commentator and entrepreneur Lisa Oldfield, beauty expert Matty Samaei, actress, model and singer Melissa Tkautz, former Miss Australia and event business owner Nicole O’Neil and beauty product owner Victoria Rees.
But the women aren’t taking aim at just each other, Lisa’s already taken aim at the Real Housewives of Melbourne cast, saying she wouldn’t compare herself to any of the women down south. “The benchmark is so low. The best thing about Melbourne is their upside-down river, which is heavily polluted.” Ouch!
But the Melbourne babes are no shrinking violets, with Gamble Breaux hitting back. “Blood-sucking ticks like you wouldn’t survive in Melbourne,” she blasted. “I have a better looking mop at home that I clean my floors with!”
And that is just the beginning! Meet Sydney’s sassiest homemakers…
NICOLE: THE MEDIATOR
“Nicole is Switzerland!” Krissy tells us of the former Miss Australia winner’s gentle spirit, but Nicole, 37, doesn’t expect her ride to be confrontation-free.
“So far [the cast is] all friendly… but some people take sarcasm or wittiness in a different way,” she explains. “I don’t go out seeking drama.”
The brunette beauty has been living in Dubai and London with her family for the past eight years and has returned Down Under to film the show. “I bring the international flavour to the group,” she says.
ATHENA: THE LADY OF GRACE
A troubled past has shaped Athena, 40, into the humble housewife she is now.
After losing her home in the recession and watching her mother pass away in her arms, Athena’s outlook on life has changed. “Materialism is just fun – it doesn’t define you,” she explains. “Most reality stars are shallow and superficial and I can’t connect with them. I want to inspire people and make people feel good.”
She’s certainly bringing the humble pie to the party.
MELISSA: THE TRIPLE THREAT
Looks are deceiving when it comes to ’90s pin-up Melissa, 42 – the ARIA Award winner, model and actress has covered more magazines than you can count, but you can erase any suggestion that she’s a diva!
“I’m a bit of an introvert, believe it or not, so I think [becoming a Housewife] is going to be good for my self-esteem,” she says. “I know who I am, but I don’t know how it’s going to fit in with these other women.”
MATTY: THE BEAUTY QUEEN
Don’t get too hung up on the sequins and the glossy pout – she may be a Miss World judge, but “40-something” Matty is taking her role on the show seriously.
“I’ve earned it,” she tells NW. “I love the Melbourne cast – I’m a bit of a Gina [Liano] wannabe. She’s strong, says it how it is, and has inspired me.”
So it’s safe to say we can expect a BS-free approach to her new Housewives family.
KRISSY: THE NAUGHTY ONE
You’ll first notice Krissy, 45, for her beauty and style – “She was born in sunglasses and a Dior dress,” laughs Nicole – but it’s her sharp tongue that you’ll remember her for.
“I’m having fights every two seconds, then you move on,” she tells NW. “I’m the one who causes all the trouble – and one of those under-the-radar comments could really do it for you.”
We’ll be waiting!
LISA: THE SAVAGE
Warning to all the other Housewives – cross Lisa, 41, and you will regret it.
“I’m a loyal friend, an entertaining companion, and a ferocious enemy,” she tells NW. “I will never start a fight, but I will finish them.”
The media commentator likely picked up some of her fight from her hubby, former politician David Oldfield, and has put it to good use. “I’m a bully of the bullies. I look after the little guys, but if you’re starting a fight with me you picked the wrong person!” We’re going to need some aloe for that burn!
VICTORIA: THE SINGLE LADY
She’s recently divorced, has a 12-year-old son, and calls herself the funny one, but make no mistake – Victoria, 52, is not someone you want as an enemy.
In fact, Lisa tells NW that Victoria’s the first to stir the pot. “Victoria’s bitching about me already,” she says, just an hour after their first meeting.
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