Blogs

- Tamra Barney
- Bringing It Big
- Tamra talks parenting, plastic surgery, teen pregnancy, and more.
Danielle has a "spa party" which didn't look very relaxing to me at all. More like a beauty torture party. Now, we all know that I am NO stranger to Botox and I have done my lips once or twice. But seeing the needles go into her lips almost made me throw up. I loved Caroline's reaction to all the procedures and in theory I agree with her, but looking in the mirror, my mind tells me differently. Dina claims she doesn't do any of it, but I don't believe her at all. I can spot a little Botoxed babe when I see one and those lips look a bit bigger than her siblings.
Danielle seems like a mess to me, but you still want to watch her. Kind of like the accident you pass on the road that you have to look to see if you can spot blood. (Come on be honest, what else are you looking for?) First we see her computer dating and talking about phone sex and now a week later she claims to have a boyfriend half her age. Which reminds me of a shirt that was sent to me a couple weeks ago that said, "COUGAR...shagging balls since '69." Maybe I should send it to her?
Keep up the great work Jersey. I can't wait for next week.
- 11/06/2009 - 2:15pm
- chinadoll
It's obvious that you are extremely jealous of Gretchen because she is drop dead gorgeous. You feel threatened by her. Stop worrying about what Gretchen is doing in her life and start putting that energy towards getting your family straight and saving your marriage. Why are you so obsessed with Gretchen? She hasn't done anything to you. Leave her alone. Yous behavior makes you look ignorant and ugly. Worry about yourself and your family.
- 08/17/2009 - 2:42pm
- Viewer
I can't really say that I will watch OC if you come back and act as awful as you did last season.
- 08/11/2009 - 12:04pm
- Toni
PLEASE, PLEASE COME BACK, I HAVE BEEN SO BORED WITH
JERSEY, AND I REFUSE TO WATCH ATLANTA. BRING BACK
SOME GIRLS THAT GO OUT TO LUNCH, DRINK, EAT, AND
KNOW HOW TO HAVE FUN, INSTEAD OF FIGHTING ALL THE
TIME.
- 06/30/2009 - 3:49pm
- From Texas
Tamara...lol You still f'n RocK.... loved your thoughts on the housewives of Jersey.... and please dooo send that shirt to Dannielle!!!
- 06/26/2009 - 9:12am
- Viewer
Sister you have a LOT to learn about Karma.......WOW....
- 06/26/2009 - 12:26am
- Nick Genovese
Tamra,
You still hold the crown as the hottest housewife!
Cheers, Nick
- 06/25/2009 - 11:57pm
- Theresa
Tamra,
I am so sad that Atlanta is up next, the OC is my fav and you are the best housewife. I hope that they dump Gretchen and you get a new housewife this season, she was not exactly a wife anyway. She thinks shes hot but she has no kids or marriage and you look awesome.
- 06/25/2009 - 11:47pm
- Eden
Tamra!! first of all your my favorite housewive ever!!! Your def the most gorgeous and the best! I cant wait for the oc to come back on air!! :) xoxo
- 06/25/2009 - 11:22am
- alena
AHHH!!! i just saw that housewives of atlanta will be airing next month..that totally means no oc..atleast not for a few more months..heartbreaking!!!! OC is my favorite by FARRRRRRRRR and i love u tamra!! :-) please hurry back to bravo!!!
- 06/25/2009 - 10:43am
- Courtney
Tamra,
You are hilarious...that shirt concept...brilliant! You really should send it to Danielle. Can't wait to see you and the OC ladies on Bravo again. Yall's show is still the best!
- 06/24/2009 - 7:11pm
- jeannette r.
i really enjoy the real house wives of orange county and hope to see some of the first housewives who started the show i have loved and cried along side them all . and hope to see more of them soon . maybe in some setcoms or movies love that
- 06/24/2009 - 5:49pm
- Cdes
Tamara you are my favorit oc house wife. Did you notice gretchen left a message on you're blog calling herself the hottest housewife??? Yeah i'm sure it was her. Gretchen is just like Danielle.
- 06/24/2009 - 3:20pm
- Darci
Tamra,
When are YOU going to write again about the Real Housewives of NJ???? We miss your comments! What about Danielle? YOU have to have something to say about her police report just released, etc.
Put down the ponytail and start blogging girl!
Darci
- 06/23/2009 - 10:02pm
- Viewer
We always knew you were the prettiest and your blogs clearly show you are the smartest! You are so articulate and soooo funny! Please keep the blogs coming!!!
- 06/21/2009 - 10:05am
- monique
you talk so confusing, first of all you met your husband at a bar, you had nothing,you are a wanna-be with nothing to offer no- one but bullshit, you are so confusing, i would really like for you to be you. and for the record if you were so ask to participate in a 3-some it had to be something more to that(remeber spirit knows spirit) you thought you were putting out some nasty shit but what you did not know was that you made yourself look stupid, real women that are not ask that shit and by the way maybe you should stop playing with vicci breast and people want ask for that kind of services,you are not laura,vicci do not have any more well off friends, we are in a recession.
- 06/19/2009 - 1:23pm
- Viewer
Good perspective! Can't wait to see you back on when OC series starts again....
- 06/19/2009 - 9:02am
- Kathy
Saw you on The Today Show....you did gret. I enjoyed watching you. Hey, if ever you guys want to do a show down here in Louisiana we have alot of drama going on. OMG. And its not with just the three huricannes we have had to deal with, but same ol' housewife drama. Can't wait to see you on next season of Hw'S, Just hoping its less one.....Gretchen.
- 06/19/2009 - 4:24am
- Viewer
I honestly thought the Orange County season was the most boring! New Jersey is the best! I can't wait to watch The Real Housewives of New Jersey next season.
- 06/18/2009 - 11:10pm
- Viewer
I think you are jelous of Gretchan.
- 06/18/2009 - 9:58pm
- Chess
I just have to say I'm a HUGE fan. Can't wait til your new season!
- 06/17/2009 - 5:18pm
- Pagano
Tamra~
Where can I get some of this Tequila that your husband sells now?
- 06/17/2009 - 4:10pm
- Pam
Tamra, I did enjoy you on the show until you and Vicki started acting like horrible mean teenagers. At least you didnt try to deny it at the reunion show like Vicki did. She acted so suprised that people thought she was mean. you started acting this way as soon as you thought Gtetchen might be the "hotest" housewife It came across very ugly and made me (and others)stop liking who you were and enjoying your story line I could not believe how cruel you were after you invited Gretchen into your home. I hope that next year is more enjoyable or I ( and many of my friends)will be changing the channel!
- 06/17/2009 - 2:14pm
- Viewer of Texas
hey i luv u during the whole show and let me tell u r the hottest housewife i give u hugs and kisses and luck
- 06/17/2009 - 9:59am
- RyanAA
Your great! Compared to all other housewives you have the most fire and spice. Ryan
- 06/16/2009 - 11:56pm
- Viewer
aww be nice to danni bc u recieved alot of shot from viewers until u were able to show ur side of the story...and spa days these days arent relaxing needles on ur forhead or in ur mouth are both ewwwwwww....and danni didnt say put that on tv put that on tv bravo wanted it there so the showed it danni had not control over that
- 06/16/2009 - 10:43pm
- Viewer
Sharron Hamilton, LMFAO!!! I couldn't agree more!!!1
- 06/16/2009 - 9:29pm
- Viewer
Good for you Tamara with helping out with the teenage girls. I was a teenage mother as well so, I can sooo understand. Good luck!
- 06/14/2009 - 5:02pm
- Viewer
I don't understand why people on these blogs get so upset with you housewives... I LOVE watching you all!
Who cares if you spend tons of money and lead ridiculous lives? The majority of you use a percentage of your fortune for GOOD - like helping out charities. That's great!
I mean, yeah, Tamra... I think you're a gossip - but I wouldn't have you any other way! You would say the same things to their face, maybe a little quieter and under your breath - but I love that you enjoy life and don't take things too seriously!! I love the New Jersey Housewives too, not sure if it's better than the O.C., but maybe the finale will prove me wrong. Can't wait.
Good luck with the skincare line!
- 06/12/2009 - 4:51pm
- Viewer
love the website link to teenshelter. it was very inspiring. glad to see that you are showing your humanitarian, or should I say, true heart.
- 06/11/2009 - 7:09pm
- Julie
Tamra,
I think you are great and I think the reason people get upset with you is because you tell the truth. Keep it up, because I think the world needs more people like you. Also good luck with the skin care line, I love skine and hope to get to try it. I was wondering what kind of skin care and foundation do you use now? Your skin always looks great!
- 06/11/2009 - 8:54am
- kutiekatie
so excited to see the skincare line...i'm sure it will be a hit!
- 06/10/2009 - 6:01pm
- tracy(jersey girl)
Hi Tamara, cant wait to watch the OC housewives. I am true jersey girl, but at this point i am getting a migraine!!
- 06/10/2009 - 3:50pm
- Irene Gervis
Hi Tamra,
I miss you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Please tell me that the original housewives of OC are returning soon, and just the original ones.
- 06/07/2009 - 5:52pm
- Hillary
I do know that teen pregnacy is on a rise and what you are doing is great. I think that teens today are going to have sex either way, parents should not allow it however if you do get pregnant, we have to teach our children to do the resonsable thing and have th baby. there are so many couples out there that wish to have children but cant. take resonsablity for your actions, abortion is wrong.
- 06/07/2009 - 5:46pm
- Viewer
gretchan is the hottest housewive by farrrrr
- 06/05/2009 - 10:33am
- Angie
I think that NY and NJ are the best two shows housewives have to offer. I loved OC when it first came out and this past season was just insane. Tamra and Vicki need to get a hold of themselves and stop being so damn mean...they are like the mean girls in high school. Grow up and get out of the lime light if you can't act like adults. All but Gretchen are old enough to be my mother and no one acts like one except Gina.
- 06/04/2009 - 11:16pm
- Lovelygirl
Hi Tamra,
I was wondering if you have an email for possible advise questions? I'm going through a hard time with my parents as you once said you went through with yours. Thanks for your time.
- 06/03/2009 - 10:13am
- Stacy
Tamra,
Great blog entry this week, love that you are getting involved in the group for the teenage mothers. I think you hit the nail on the head on all subjects from this episode. Isn't Caroline awesome? On a side note, I know Jeana isn't coming back for the next OC season. I'm dying to know who's staying and who's leaving. Any hints?
- 06/02/2009 - 9:28pm
- Viewer
All I can say is that I freakin love you! You are just hilarious and I relate myself to you..I'm a straight shooter I say what I feel and I never hold back..people need to know the truth..So happy you became a part of one of my favorite housewives casts because you own the show sometimes..I just love watching your wise cracks..you and Vicky were pissers this past season..partners in crime. Loved It! But I am a Jersey girl so I love them too....Love you Tamara cant wait for next season!!
- 06/02/2009 - 8:11pm
- Susie
Tamara..your one sexy mumma! I live in Australia and cant get enough of the OC girls! I am so proud that you ratted out Gretchen...My mum always told me "nothing hidden will remain secret" and Im so glad that you brought her sly ways to the surface! You where epic when you went off! Round of a plause to the Hottest housewife - Tamra! xxx
- 06/02/2009 - 7:45pm
- magesta
I just want to say that You are the most beautiful housewife of them all. I watched your season and I know the other blonde with the grandpa boyfriend (may he rest in peace) thought she was so great but you truely are gorgeous and down to earth. Stay cool
- 06/02/2009 - 6:36pm
- Samantha
Tamra it seems to me that you have a jealousy issue with women who are younger and slightly more attractive than you. First it was Gretchen and now you have catty remarks for Dina! I've watched many times on the show of how you'd gotten plastic surgery before, and I've watched how you absolutely hated the fact that you were turning 40. I would say to look inside yourself and love who YOU are. I love how you opened up about the situation between you and your parents, that was very courageous of you, Yet I think you still have deep rooted issues. With that being said I wish you all the luck in the world!
- 06/01/2009 - 9:38am
- AngloAm
Don't worry about being late for your blog if you're working with teenage mums!
- 05/31/2009 - 9:10am
- Viewer
you couldn't have blog it better girl you hit the hammer on the nail!!fake ,blunt,catty, boring,clueless!!!!
- 05/29/2009 - 7:07pm
- Dayl
Dang...I thought for a second that you were gone for good but leave it to Bravo to disappoint again. These housewives have more class and talent than you ever thought about having. Don't bother giving parenting advise....look at how your son turned out. He's a absolute PIG! Kinda like his Mom. No excuse for how you still allow him to act the way he does. Just look at how he acted on THOC. Botox-ha!- your face is so frozen you look like a cross between Janice Dickensen and Phillis Diller! The Housewives of New Jersey are real...you are the biggest fake there is. As for your "charity" work....ya-right. I'll believe it when I see it.
- 05/29/2009 - 3:52pm
- Annie
Tamara,
I won't be holding my breath for your "skin care line".
- 05/29/2009 - 12:42pm
- Viewer
Whatever I think your one-liners are great! Keep them up you are very funny
- 05/29/2009 - 11:26am
- Billie
I have to say that I think you are exactly right about all the NJ women, however, please quit with all the terrible one-liners...you are not Bethenny and never will be. Just sounds like you are trying too hard to be funny...either you are funny or you aren't...you aren't.
- 05/29/2009 - 10:22am
- Viewer
TAMARA , KELLY WROTE A BLOG COULD YOU READ IT AND LET THE VIEWERS KNOW WHAT YOU THINK!!!
- 05/29/2009 - 9:01am
- Viewer
TAMARA , THESE NJ WIVES ARE A BUNCH OF REJECTS THROW BACK!!! I FELL ASLEEP WATCHING THE SHOW BORING!!!!CAN'T WAIT TO SEE WHAT THE OC WIVES WILL BRING!!!!
- 05/29/2009 - 6:38am
- nanci
Tamra, I was thinking the very same thing about Dina's lips. They definitely look enhanced. She's a very pretty girl, so she should just admit it. Most people DO NOT have lips that are that puffy naturally. I think they started out like Caroline's and she helped them ever so slightly. If you're botoxing what's the big deal. People are so afraid to admit this. Attractive women should just own it.
- 05/29/2009 - 2:12am
- K.P
Tamra,
I just want you to know that i too was a teen mom at 17 and am very pleased to see you trying to help teen moms and teen pregnancy's. I love my child and would never change anything i have done. He is my heart and soul and my precious child. No one could have ever changed that. I just thought i would share my two sense thanks...
- 05/28/2009 - 5:53pm
- Viewer
I agree with Sharron Hamilton
is that all anyone knows how to do is put their names on skincare lines and jewelry that other people design and make? the only housewives that have REAL jobs are Jeana[oc], Alex[ny], Bethenny[ny], Jill[ny], Vicki[oc], Lisa[atl], and Dina[nj].
- 05/28/2009 - 5:04pm
- Viewer
I agree with you I still LOVE OCHW the best! Please bring Laurie back she was my favorite, I hope the blond bimbo does not come back.
- 05/28/2009 - 4:38pm
- Viewer
Glad to hear that you are doing well. The NJ show does NOT depict NJ wives/families at all. This show is just 1% of the people of NJ.. the ones who actually are rooted in the cities.. NYC or Philly..and relocate to NJ to live in the "suburbs"..yet.. buy manicured mansions and have no idea what the rest of the state looks like or how we live. Most NJ people are very well educated, 2 income families who spend all of their money on bills, saving to educate their kids, have no maids, cooks, fountains in our yards.. maybe a garden or tomatoes??? We do not walk around in designer dresses, shop 2 times per week, go to spas, get tons of Botox and boob jobs, and spend thousands on our kids' birthday parties and modeling agencies... This show is getting boring as it is so fake and just a relocation of the OC, Atlanta, etc. shows.. Same premise... Rich women who live off of their husband's wealth and have no education.. Just shop, decorate, and primp their bodies and themselves because their main priority is to look like a Barbie doll. Poor role models for young women..and young men to aspire to???? These reality shows have knocked down decades of women who have tried to show that women are not just uneducated Barbie dolls/looks.. and out to marry money..
- 05/28/2009 - 4:19pm
- Liz
Your blog does not surprise me in the least. In my opinion you are are just like the Housewives of New Jersey. That is not a compliment Tamra.
- 05/28/2009 - 3:02pm
- Sharron Hamilton
If another housewife comes out with a skin care line i'm going to scream!!!! find anther career.
Boring, boring, boring! who's going to buy all this shit anyway...no one!
- 05/28/2009 - 2:04pm
- Viewer
Tamra,
Glad to see you back this week! I love your insights and unlike the NYC ladies blogging for this show, you don't get in to too much self-promotion! Can't wait for the OC to get rolling again!
- 05/28/2009 - 1:56pm
- Carrie
You are my fave housewife! Don't we all just the the guilty little pleasure of watching other peoples lives, especially if they're trainwrecks! I re watched the OC reunion last night and it got me to thinking about you and Gretchen (money grubbing whore) I think you should talk to her "boyfriend" on tape or camera. Not that anyone with a brain believes her anyways, but it would be great to hear it from a third party.
More Housewives NJ Blogs
- A Whole Lot of Crazy
- Caroline reflects back on a wild season, and shares what the cast has been up to since the dramatic reunion.
- Read Entry
- Put the Past To Rest
- Danielle responds to Caroline's Reunion outburst.
- Read Entry
- The Power of Now
- Dina lays book rumors to rest, and explains why she's in a much more positive place now.
- Read Entry
Top 5 by Bravo -- What's popular on BRAVOTV.com this week
-

Housewives O.C., Full Episode
OC Full Episodes on Demand!
Don't miss any of the juicy OC drama. Watch full episodes of the Real Housewives, right here.
-

Top Chef, Gallery
Top Chef: Where Are They Now?
Find out what's happening with your favorite cheftestants from all five seasons.
-

Housewives O.C., Previews
Sneak Peek: OC Wives Gone Wild
Gretchen's not letting anyone boss her around ... get a first look at the next all-new OC!
-

Top Chef, Exit Interviews
Robin Gets Chopped
What did the controversial cheftestant have to say about getting the boot? Watch her exit interview here.
-

Salon Takeover, Rate the Look
Tabatha's Take: Celeb Hair
What does Tab think of "The Gosselin?" Rob Pattinson? Lady Gaga? Get her expert opinion now!
-

Top Chef, Recipe Finder
Hungry? Browse our Recipe Finder
Find hundreds of Top Chef dishes in our recipe finder!
-

Top Chef, Gallery
Top Chef: Where Are They Now?
Find out what's happening with your favorite cheftestants from all five seasons.
-

Top Chef, Recaps
Recap: Season 6 So Far!
Get a recap of the first six episodes served up in under 4 minutes!
-

Top Chef, Memory Match
Play with your Food
How fast can you match these Top Chef dishes?
-

Top Chef, Eat Tastefully
Eat Tastefully with Brian Malarkey
Learn how to make the Top Chef winning dishes with a healthy twist!
-

Salon Takeover, Rate the Look
Tabatha's Take: Celeb Hair
What does Tab think of "The Gosselin?" Rob Pattinson? Lady Gaga? Get her expert opinion now!
-

Housewives ATL, Rate the Look
She by Sheree Spring 2010 Collection
Rate the looks in Sheree Whitfield's line She by Sheree!
-

, Out and About
Bravo Stars Out and About
Check out your favorite Bravolebrities hitting the town in style.
-

Rachel Zoe, Game
The Wardrobe Room
Mix and match looks inspired by Rachel's must-haves to create the perfect Zoe-approved outfit!
-

Salon Takeover, Sneak Peeks
Sneak Peek: Don't Mess with Tabatha
Who's calling Tabatha a bitch? Watch the next 'Takeover' blowout!
-

Top Chef, Bravo Shop
Quickfire Wines
Inspire your inner Top Chef with a Napa Valley hand crafted Quickfire Wine!
-

Top Chef, Bravo Shop
Top Chef Bouquets
Three delectable bouquets inspired by Top Chef!
-

Top Chef, Bravo Shop
Top Chef: Quickfire Cookbook
Flip through 75 of Top Chef's best Quickfire Challenge recipes!
-

Top Chef, Bravo Shop
Top Chef: New York on DVD
Add Top Chef Season 5 to your DVD collection!
-

Housewives ATL, Bravo Shop
"Who Gonna Check Me Boo?" Tee
Make Sheree's one-liner into a fashion statement with the ATL-inspired tee!
Get Mobile
- Take Bravo With You.
- Get games, show updates, and more on your cell phone.
- Standard message charges apply.
























Comments