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So Bravo manages to squeeze some more out of our season as well as another little dose of the 7-hour Reunion Special. I failed to blog the finale as well as the first 2 Reunion Specials, so while I intend to keep this short, I will touch on the high(low)lights of those episodes too.

So let’s go in reverse chronological order and start with Gloria’s review of the catfight, which kicked the season off. Funnily enough, Gloria’s retort about me being from Australia was exactly what I had said when we filmed that scene when Alex and I were reading the NY Post column. Honestly the “and it shows” was not meant to come across as badly as it did, but lesson learned and we’ve all moved on. What was very funny though was Gloria’s surprise that Alex and I have separate last names. I’ve always found it amusing that while we are continually lambasted as co-dependent that this is the first time that someone has referenced the fact that Alex kept her last name when we married back in May 2000. When I met Alex in May 1999 we fell in love very rapidly and when 5 months later we decided to get married, I wasn’t the least concerned that she wished to remain a McCord. Let’s face it that’s who she is and I never felt that by her not taking my last name she loved me any less or was showing less commitment to our union. She’s certainly not my possession but is an equal partner in our marriage and I think it’s right that she kept the name with which she’d come to be identified.

Alex and I were both so glad that the scene we filmed with her college buddy Rod, his husband Lindel and their adorable son Hugh finally made it to air. When we film for four months or so, so much is taped it really is a crapshoot over what will make the final cut. Equal marriage rights is much in the news lately and so in a way it was great timing that we were able to address this and that my interview statements about men marrying men and women marrying women were included too. As someone who grew up in a single parent home I can say it would have great to have had two loving parents (but am very thankful that I had one) and it annoys me that this equal rights issue gets pulled off on tangents to be equated with bigamy and other silly comparisons. Anyway off my soap box now and Rod no you can’t have my shoes! ;-)

Comments

82 Comments
11/16/2009 - 2:30pm
Gill S.

Well Simon.. Ramona has got problems as most people do in life. She just tends to be in denial with hers. I think she is intimidated by you and Alex and your young family as she really has not shown much interest in her own family. It is always just about herself.. from what ever planet she is from.. Maybe she needs to return to her planet until the next season.. I really hope there is a next season.. You did great.. and you got the most coverage out of all the men on the show too.. Good for you. Ramona needs to buy that book the Countess wrote on manners! Good luck.. Peace to you and family..

11/15/2009 - 8:49pm
Debra from Canada

Simon, I certainly have had a better view of you the second season. Ramona is great and the problem is when you showed up at the girls evening out last season. My best advice is try to learn when you are wanted and when you are not.

10/26/2009 - 10:08pm
Catherine@Cameron

Angel from Seattle

Hi Simon-
I have to say, that last season I was not to crazy of you and Alex, but the second season, I saw you both in a different light, I have to say I really, really like you guys. You are absolutely spot on, and how Alex handled herself at the reunion show was elegant, she was polite, she was not snarky, her comments were real, she did not get involved in all that screaming and drama, she was a real lady and communicated very well. Well done by both of you. I hope to see you next season.

Take care of you and your family

09/28/2009 - 9:18pm
Brad

Simon,

I cannot say I am convinced you are Australian....You ponce around like some quasi Pommy prat....You do make the show interesting, but my God do you make us all cringe......Can we see your passport?

09/27/2009 - 7:18am
mmc

Hi Simon, I haven't heard anything as to who has or has not signed on for a new season.Can you tell us when you blog again? I hope everyone comes back even Kelly because she does know how to push Bethenys' buttons.I hope you and your family had a good summer.I know mine left a lot to be desired because of the economy and health problems.I'm looking forward to the new season!

09/25/2009 - 3:44pm
ZIP DRIVER

Simon if they do not have you and the rest of the cast come back, there is a future for you teaching men to redo themselves. I love my husband dearly, and don't get me wrong. He has no sense of fashion or style. I bought two lovely masculine Perry Ellis paisley shirts and he has yet to take the tags off. I am hoping this fall we can change things. While we were dating I was allowed to do his hair so I went ash blonde with highlights and he looked hot hot hot. His blue eyes and pale skin were stiking and everyone said so. Would've looked great with the Perry Ellis shirts also. However purple is his favorite color so he will wear lavender and any other shade I can find in a shirt. I think you would be perfect to help. Forget the haters, you bother no one and I find you and your lovely wife very charming.

09/24/2009 - 3:01pm
Suzanne

I've finally warmed up to Simon and now he makes me laugh. Next to Kelly, Simon is a breath of fresh air.

Kelly brings nothing at all to the table. She's boring as hell.

08/15/2009 - 9:24pm
Viewer

I love the NYC wives show best of all of the Bravo shows. You are the only cast that has kept some class. The rest have turned into soap opera/Jerry Springer type shows with too young/not wives/not mothers/not career women/not classy women..period...We can watch those soap opera shows on any channel any day.. We are disappointed that the "real housewife" shows have turned into these cat fights about nothing but gossip and high school antics. These shows were initially for women who wanted to watch wives/mothers/families/career women and their issues.. It has turned into a fiasco of crazy people who are either too young/ not married/not parents/ have no career, etc. and their crazy, too much money self-centered lives... BORING and on every other channel.. MTV/the Entertainment channel of the rich and famous, etc... It it far from the "REAL" housewives that was the initial premise.. the more drama, the more initial viewers are gone. I think Bravo wants it that way. Seems like they just want another show for very young viewers.. Well, it's the older/family viewers that pay their cable bills!!!!!!

08/03/2009 - 4:50pm
Viewer

Simon! First of all, I love the show. If there weren't drama, there wouldn't be a show! I appreciate your relaxed attitude and open mindedness in life. I think you are the only man on the show that treats his wife the way a husband should. The rest of them have NO clue how to treat a woman. What happened to the "gentleman" ?? I also appreciate your love of opera. I am an opera singer myself and seeing you bring it attention on the show is fantastic! Please keep it up! We need that right now in the arts.....thanks to our economy. So, screw what other people say and keep being yourself. It makes the show much more enjoyable!

07/21/2009 - 1:06pm
Viewer

So are you signing on. I sure hope so.

07/17/2009 - 11:46am
Viewer

Wendy Williams mentioned that only Kelly has signed up. And that they are interviewing for other people. Is it true?

07/11/2009 - 10:00am
Nelson

Some people take TV waaaayyy too seriously as evidenced by the poster who bashes you but is unafraid to post his/her real name.

You're hysterically funny, Alex is smart as hell, you two love eachother and i hope you get more air time next season.

07/07/2009 - 4:15pm
Viewer

After 2 seasons of your tired face, large ego, silly style and faux manners; my opinion of you and Alex McCord has not changed one iota. You both are pretentious posers who indulge in conspicuous consumption and add absolutely nothing (other than your vacuous presence) to any event you attend. It is clear that you demanded Bravo to display only more favorable scenes of you two and omit the more glaring social climbing aspects (as what was showcased in S-1) of your meaningless lives. Unfortunately for you, some of the slithery comments slipped by you and ended up in the final cut. For example, when you declared that you "one upped Jill AGAIN" regarding your renovation vs her redecoration. There was no need for that catty remark since she exclaimed that she was happy for you with your desired results. That assinine comment from you spoke volumes of you character. That demonstrated that you do not belong in polite society (as much as you yearn to be...).

07/02/2009 - 8:42pm
anna123

I noticed that Alex never said much but when she did talk she made is simple and to the point. I do think when you all come back next season that Kelly will be gone. She is a rude person. I don't feel she adds anything to the mix. Ramone is childish and I don't like the way she speaks to you and your wife. Stay true to yourselves. It does come through. But please don't act above everyone else. Be nice to the little people.

06/29/2009 - 3:41pm
Anya

I love you and Alex because, as much as you may seek out being in the spotlight and fame (and you know you do!), I believe that you are the only ones who genuinely don't care what others think (unlike your social climbing co-stars). You create your own happiness, are in love and march to the beat of your own drum. I, for one, applaud that. You're a lot of fun to watch and I hope you return! XOXO

06/26/2009 - 2:21pm
Viewer

Not changing your last name when getting married is no big deal. In fact, in certain parts of Canada you actually have to keep your birth name. Don't let anyone's comments bother you. Not worth it.

06/25/2009 - 12:40am
Viewer

Simon,
You are a genuine sweetie pie and a whole lot of fun!
I wish you and Alex and your boys nothing but the very best.

BTW Ramonas' daughter is much more mature than she is, next time have a conversation with her. You won't feel as though a shrew has attacked you from behind (sorry had to say it!)

06/24/2009 - 12:14am
Viewer

Simon as I sit here recapping the worst flipping reunion show ever in the history of the house wives with the NJ women, it made me think back to why I liked the NY show so much. The episode that stands out the most, is the one with the way you and your wife handled that crazy Ramona and her husband at that party... as they were giving Jill the beat so bad earlier that night at the party about that tennis thing, neither her bodyguard or husband stuck up for her, which I thought was weird.... however you and your wife weren't trying to hear that- that night and you two called them out on a lot of things that was true and boy did it have them going.....then you walked away. Classic!!!!! I don't care what anyone says, you are truly a standup guy.

06/18/2009 - 1:37pm
Viewer ;cookie from baltimore

from; cookie in b-more. hi, simon just wanted to say, i like you, you have no inhibitions. real men usually do not. never change and shake off the haters.

06/18/2009 - 1:21pm
FanFare

Simian,

Your rehashing of the masculinity question is contradicted with your phrase, "No, Rod. You can't have my shoes!" That line makes it seem like you play for Rod's team.

To Inoki: Simon is more of a housewife than Alex. That said, his "package" was over exposed to the viewing audience too many times. Enough Bravo - Simon is not attractive enough to view in various stages of undress. Charles Atlas, he's not.

06/18/2009 - 1:18pm
Viewer

Love your blogs - you and Alex are far and away the most "real" and well spoken. You are who you are and make no bones of it. Well done!!

The Countess on the otherhand could use a few lessons on fakeness....she is trying soooo hard to not be thrown under the bus.....her insecurity shows tenfold.

06/15/2009 - 9:49am
Agi

Hi Simon==Alex,
Met both of u at Hilton: not disappointed with both your
personalities. My thoughts of u Alex in comparison to all
house wives nj ny oc atlantic, etc. you are the most realistic, intelligent, and impressive person of the crew.
One time or another, all others have made fools of themselves; where you have always stayed true to life.
Simon; very down to earth and was very comfortable meeting u. Bethany was one of my favorites, but would not
give me time of day. Realize that lots of people want to
indulge; but u and Alex made time for everyone. Thank you
for apportunity to met both of u and keep up the genuine
personalities u both exibit in show and real life.

The Rose Between Two Thorns (Simon said while taking pics)
Agi

06/15/2009 - 8:08am
mmc

Simon, Keep on blogging...you are so unique and never boring.Even though I don't always agree with you I do admire you and some of your clothing choices.I was not crazy about the red pants but if you like them more power to you.Enjoy you and your family ,faults and all. It shows such a human side.See you soon.

06/14/2009 - 5:28pm
Simon needs a beau

Come out already! If you do, we can expect your new partner/boyfriend/husband to be one of the housewives as well. It would be rad. Plus, there will be shopping with you and your beau. Plus, you guys can attend all kinds of fab galas. Alex can support your decision and you can all live in the sex dungeon. That is something I'd love to see. Oh, but you need to become friends with Danielle from New Jersey too. Help her get a fashion sense and help her with her Internet dating, since you and Alex had such success.

06/14/2009 - 10:20am
Viewer

As a straight person who also supports gay rights and gay marriage, I appreciate your point of view, Simon.

06/13/2009 - 9:37am
Viewemmc

Hi Simon, I enjoyed this season and got to appreciate you and Alex.That doesn't mean that I always agree with everything you say and do.I do like the fact that you have a style of your own. You're a unique person and I admire that. After all is said and done we only go around once in life, why not do what you want. You're not hurting anyone and you seem to enjoy yourself and your family.Enjoy your summer and come back soon. Keep blogging!

06/12/2009 - 7:24pm
Viewer

Ramona has issued with Simon because it is a trigger to her past. It sounds like her father was controlling with her mother. I believe that she thinks Simon is always with Alex because he is controlling. It really brings up unpleasant feelings in Ramona when she is around him. It really has nothing to do with Simon or what Simon has done. But it has everything to do with how Ramona see's her father in Simon.

06/12/2009 - 3:32pm
Viewer

Simon, I love you and your wife. I see people coming to your defense this year. BRAVO for them. You are odd at times, easy for me to say that. But you two are trying to make a marriage work. You are a team. Alex does not need a girls night out, when she can be home with your boys. They are a bit rowdy. But you seem to be loving parents. I miss all you guys. My favorite out of all the HOussewive shows is New York.

06/12/2009 - 3:28pm
Viewer

I am a marriage commisioner in California. I married some very long term realtionships on the first day of legal gay marriages. You should see some of the straight couples I have married. I am a straight women who lives withmy boyfriend. Many years ago I would have been condisered a tramp, had stones thrown at me, and opther callous ugly things. And to use the dictionary as your arguement is a very pedestrian way to back up your thoughts. Websters and the other dictinarys change and add words all the time according to fads and the vernacular that is being spoken at the time. Many words change their meanings. Some words become outdated, or arenot used correctley by many of us. Kleenex-a brand.

If we are a union that is seperated by church and state than why is the word marriaged "own" by us straqight people. Marriage is the unilonbetween two things or people. Many bartenders will know that. When they marry two bottles together. And to say thhat marriage between the same sex takes the beauty out of marriage should read the divorce rate atats between man and women. I would love to check my spelling but unfortunelty my eyesight is not thatgreat. I know that should give some of you a great chance to tell the one joke you know.

06/12/2009 - 2:04pm
Viewer

I used to think Alex and Somin were freaks. However they are the only one's on the show with any class way to rise above. And yes Alex was the only one that acted like a lady on the reunion.

06/12/2009 - 2:55am
Viewer

I liked Simon. He was the only husband that seemed like he was crazy about his wife and kids.

06/11/2009 - 7:41pm
Melissa

You know what? You have grown on me. When the series started, I thought you were too tense, worried about 'social climbing' and appearances (opening night at the Met, the private school stuff, over-explaining your neighborhood, as examples), and I found that annoying. But, I think you have evolved into more of a comfort zone in the plot of the show. And I love the way you dress, be yourself, it makes it all much more interesting and fun.

06/09/2009 - 8:05pm
sonia

they are my fav on the show and i think ramona has a crush on simon. i love this show

06/08/2009 - 3:41pm
Sabi

I love the attempt at a British accent. Because we all know how classy Australians are...

HAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAA

PATHETIC

06/08/2009 - 11:57am
Viewer

I truly wish that the producers would do a fruit basket turnover and rid the show of Luann, Ramona, Jill, and OMG get rid of that foul mouthed Beth---does she eat out of that mouth too?

You, Alex and Kelly have the class- get rid of the rest who simply are using the show to sell their wares.

06/07/2009 - 2:02am
Viewer

You are joking of course. Where did they get you from. You are a first rate phoney! Please society man! What a joke you are!

06/06/2009 - 11:09pm
Sandi

I love you Simon and Alex! You guys make the show! SO above it all! I'm going to go find yer website! hehe

06/06/2009 - 1:40pm
J. Brewington

Simon:
I love reading the blogs. I am addicted to the show and can't wait for next season. I am a little dissappointed though to read that you are supportive of gay marriages. I believe a marriage is between a man and a woman. As you beleive you have right to your opinion, I hope you will also support my right to have one also.
Husbands should be as you are. When Alex said on her wedding night to guard her heart and that you have, I thought wow she is so lucky. Stay classy and stick up for yourself.

06/05/2009 - 3:02pm
Viewer in CA

yes! i love your blogging. It's so smart and direct. You and Alex are both so fluid with your blogging.

I enjoy the metrosexuality you put off. So what you like shopping with your wife! My husband does the same for me, sit oustside the fitting room and comment. It doesn't happen all the time but when we do take time to shop together I love it.

I want to see more of you next season!!!

06/05/2009 - 12:01am
Viewer

Dear Simon,

I missed very much on the reunion. I am at least happy that you post your comments.

You are a great human being. Don't let anybody tell otherwise. The few mean spirit
posted negative things about you are bitter and jealous. You Rock.

I am very happy that you and Alex found each other. God Bless you.

06/03/2009 - 10:49pm
Brenda

I most certainly enjoy the show and will continue watching, as long as they keep inviting you folks back for another season. Just when I think I'll change the channel because the "shrieking" is annoying me, they'll give you a bit of time: yes, let's listen to the calm gentle man tell it like it is.

I like you.

06/03/2009 - 9:05pm
Viewer

Simon and Alex=CLASSY
I enjoy watching Simon, so what if your on the show a lot or if you go to the parties...people would rather see you than kelly(lets be real)
You have an eye for fashion
i LOVED your red and black outfit to Jill's charity event! It worked for you;)
keep it up

06/03/2009 - 6:58pm
Viewer

Simon, I agree with you. Your wife - and your wife alone - handled herself beautifully at the reunion. Alex was eloquent and articulate and made her point crystal clear without getting involved in any mud slinging. I have a new respect for the both of you, and your senses of humor.

06/03/2009 - 4:05pm
Viewer

Simon, just for the record, that couple (the two MEN) a marriage is husband and wife...what they have may be a contract but not a marriage...that would be between a man and a woman as defined by Websters

06/03/2009 - 10:25am
BostonWife

Ooh la la -
Simon is back for more exposure. Haven't we had enough of you and your opinions and your take of each episode? No? You're a regular "Chatty Cathy". You just never shut up!
Don't thank me for watching you. I had no choice. You slipped on screen while I was watching the others...
Please take a vacation from mugging and go back to work. Don't you have a renovation to pay for?

06/03/2009 - 6:51am
Lily

Simon

Last season I will admit you drove me crazy. This year I really enjoyed watching your family. You don't take life seriously and roll with the ups and downs life throws at you with humor and class.

I think the way you handle Ramona and the bitterness (yes you Bethanny) is amazing.H as anyone ever thought maybe Bethanny is jealous she is not in a loving committed relationship and that is why she is always lashing out at you and Alex???? A true friend would celebrate another friends hapiness, not put them down everytime they leave a room??
You handle it with dignity and a sense of humor! BTW, I love your sense of style-Fearless! :)
Have a wonderful year and a great summer!

06/03/2009 - 12:13am
Maura

I think its wonderful how you support your wife, and I think you're good for TV, so Im happy they showed you this season. You're a trend-setter. 1st you were mocked for being on the show, then 2nd season comes around and "all of a sudden" other husbands get air-time too. Hmmm???? Whatever, you two are good, fun spirited people, and there should be more people like you two out there! :) Good luck with everything!

06/02/2009 - 8:58pm
Ellie

When the show first aired, I wasn't crazy about you. You are definitely not the "norm" as most people would define norm, but I think that is what finally made me see you as the funniest husband on the show.

I like that you dare to dress with no fear. Not that I would want my husband to dress that way, but it works for you. I wish my husband would take the time for a spa treatment or two - it would probably make him feel better!

And as far as you and Ramona, she's as strange as they come too. I could do with out both her and Mario and Kelly too. The three of them should be sent to nut island!

06/02/2009 - 7:13pm
Viewer

I absolutely LOVED that you were kind enough to indulge Ramona in her Alien blabber, yet, .. you were a real sport and danced with her. That just shows how nice you and Alex are.. You ignore the ignorant comments and both of you are too classy to indulge them in confrontation.. They wouldn't listen anyway.. or understand your lifestyle and way of thinking.. I thought the "Last Waltz" with you and Ramona was a GREAT end and just showed how nice/intelligent you and Alex are.. It was great... and put a nice spin on, hopefully, the cast be nicer/kinder to you and Alex.. Enough of the rude ways of these women when everyone isn't a carbon copy of them.. They live in NY!!! They need to learn and accept millions of different kinds of families and lifestyles!! Not everyone is married, rich and live their way?????????

06/02/2009 - 6:48pm
phan

I agree with you about Alex keeping her last name. Many women need to do that if they have a career and resume..etc. with which they are identified before they are married. I had difficulty after I got married, as, my maiden name was on my Master's degree and certifications for my job/career and it was a pain to have all of that changed.. Then, however, I actually had to do the same in my divorce. I kept my "married" name, as, my career/resume, bills, etc., were all in, then, in my married name and I have 2 sons who, even if they marry ..will have children with that last name, so, I kept it. It's only a name and we all have to do what's best/easiest/most comfortable for us at that time. I actually have friends, who, after a divorce, actually, made up or took new last names totally unrelated to their maiden or married name!! So, who cares?? We can all take any name we wish to and it is nice that women have that choice to consider which fits them and their family, best. I am tired of hearing the cast talk about your sexuality. Who cares? You and Alex are married, have 2 beautiful sons, and just because you like fashion and have a foreign accent, they peg you as homosexual? And, if you were.. that's still none of their business and they have no reason to question that or your chosen family lifestyle. Families come in all shapes/sizes/colors/genders now.. The important thing is what works for each family and if the kids and parents are happy and well cared for..then. who is to judge what is correct? I still do not think you are homosexual, just because you like to dress up and dabble in the arts, but, if they do, then, who cares? None of them have perfect relationships/families..so, why are they so concerned about what you and Alex do and have? They are just too concerned with being the carbon copy NYC women with the rich, indulging husbands.. They may someday be surprised if their "perfect" marriages fall apart, as, LuAnn, sadly found out. You and Alex seem happy and relate so well to each other.

06/02/2009 - 4:47pm
Viewer

Jill, Bethenny and Luann should have taken a lesson from Alex and Kelly.
The shrill, harpies that is: Jibelu (short for Jill, beth and LULU)was intolerable. I think they are not the Spencer and Heidi of Housewives reality TV. Annoying as heck.
Those harpies did themselves in at the reunion show and now are the butt of many jokes. (no pun intended with regard to Bethenny showing us her's at a recent charity event-when you mother says always go out with clean underwear Beth wasn't listening)
Anyway, praise to Alex for her maturity and ability to communicate on a decibel that didn't hurt the ears of all the dogs in the area.

06/02/2009 - 4:37pm
Mel81

To: "Inoki,"

Ofcourse Simon is a cast member. He has his own blog in the RHONYC cast blog section, so clearly he's a cast member - Doy! :P Also... OTHER PEOPLE have to be in this show not just the actual "housewives," otherwise these women would be talking solely to each other. That would be kind of boring, I'd think. :P As for Simon and Alex... I think they're great, and pretty friendly. Probably the most easy going and approachable people on this show. :)

06/02/2009 - 3:49pm
Peg

Dear Simom~
I was as stunned as anyone at the closing scene! I found it to be, to me, a full circle moment! Somehow it seemed to be a very dear, sweet, very real end to Season 2! Enjoyed that moment immensely!
Alex was incredible during the Reunion shows. She is well spoken, succinct and spot on.
Your fashion sense is a joy! More men should wear the clothing you wear! LOVED the pants in the Finale!
I have thoroughly enjoyed another season! Thanks to you ALL or we would not be so delightfully entertained!
Until Season 3~"Kadooz" to you, Alex and the Chums!

06/02/2009 - 2:53pm
Renee'

My 20 year old daughter and I watch the show together. We have never once thought you were gay, co-dependent or whatever else the negative comments were. We think you and Alex are great! Your little boys are adorable. I can tell that you wanted to be liked by Ramona, I would have felt the same way myself. No one wants to be disliked so openly. At this point, I would save your dances for all your true friends, though. Hope you and your family have a great summer. God Bless You All!

06/02/2009 - 1:21pm
Jenn

Simon you are my favorite on the show! I loved those red pants in the season finale they were so awesome! Your family is very sweet and kind. I hope to see you and Alex back next season.

06/02/2009 - 12:01pm
AngloAmerican

Simon: You and Alex are too smart for this show.

06/02/2009 - 11:59am
wendyb

Simon, I love your take on things! I'd love to see you continue to blog and give us your take on Real Housewives of NJ too.

06/02/2009 - 11:42am
Debbie

Simon!!!!

LOLOLOLOL!!!! I love the Mork comments

06/02/2009 - 11:25am
Viewer

Simon,

You and Alex are the only 2 people on the show who are consistently classy and consistently take the high road. The other "wives" behaviour this season proves the old saying "you can't buy class, you either have it or you don't." You and Alex definately have it.

06/02/2009 - 10:51am
Viewer

I would love to see the ever-classy Jill's response if someone constantly "joked" that Bobby was gay.

06/02/2009 - 10:26am
Viewer

Bravo Simon, Alex, Francoise and Johann...you are a class act family with a wonderful creative edge!! I love you all!!

06/02/2009 - 10:11am
Anabelle

As I watched the (several) finale shows one thing did stand out and that was Alex. She is just one classy lady and the way she kept her poise and her decorum when all around her were turning into four year olds fighting on the playground was admirable. Both you and Alex consistantly "rise above" the fray. I personally hope there is another season, just so I can see those red pants again! You kinda have a David Bowie thing going in those...and that is not a bad thing at all. ;-)

06/02/2009 - 9:57am
Viewer

Simon,
Millions of women keep their maiden name after they marry. What a stupid thing for her to jump on.
I love how the producers showed how you two were very likable while the rest are the total opposite. (I actually like Kelly.)
But the behavior of the rest of them (I guess it's their real personalities) was dreadful this time around.
They made me too angry to watch so I had to change the channel for some of it. The most off-putting theme, hanging like a miasma over it all, was the all-revolting-Bethenny-all-the-time theme this season.

06/02/2009 - 9:33am
Lisa

Simon, great blog. Good points and I look forward to seeing you and Alex next season. Have a great summer!

06/02/2009 - 9:11am
NO! NO!

SIMON O.M.G.! WHY! L.O.L.!

06/02/2009 - 9:04am
Viewer

LOL! SIMON THIS IS A JOKE! SERIOUSLY!WTF

06/02/2009 - 9:00am
Simon and Alex Fan

Simon,

I really enjoyed you and Alex this year. I did notice that during the tumultous reunion special, Alex did seem to be the one that had the most cool head and I liked the fact that she seemed fair and objective to Kelly. After the first season, you and Alex took a lot of flack and I thought it was classy of Alex not to jump on the attacking Kelly bandwagon during this second season reunion. You guys are a blast to watch and I loved seeing Alex's friends on the lost footage. Have a great 2009! And keep wearing that wacky fashion!

06/02/2009 - 8:54am
Joan

lol, ur funny!

06/02/2009 - 8:14am
Viewer

Simon, you and Alex are the greatest, in my book you are the REAL PEOPLE.

06/02/2009 - 7:26am
Bonnie

Hi Simon,
I must say I fully understand now how the audience is lead to believe the worst. We the audience don't think about filming so many hours of footage and cutting enough to "make it fit" into the viewing hours available which sometimes leaves characterization up to the editors. Since the show is primarily about the women, the men receive so little airtime that what they do and say can oftentimes become misconstrued - we don't always see the reason for or the build up of the blow up.
Maybe, in addition to the reunion, there should be a "making of" showing the fun and goofy side with the "cast" interacting with the camera staff or the gaffs that don't make the cut.
I hope Bravo keeps RHNYC. Of the now four shows, yours is the most fun. Congrats on your 2nd season!

06/02/2009 - 3:01am
Inoki

I think alot of us are confused. You state, "Bravo manages to squeeze some more out of "our" season, "Our"? Are you considered a castmember? Why not I guess? Bethanny and Kelly aren't "housewives" and yet they're both on this show. Doesn't anybody at Bravo know what a housewife is?

06/02/2009 - 2:31am
Nikki

Hi Simon:

You and Alex have really taken a beating by both the Real Housewives and Bravo's editors. The whole speculation about your sexuality is just plain rude. Their continual questioning about whether you are gay makes the viewer wonder if maybe Bravo thinks that there is something wrong with being gay. [Furthermore, if the Real Housewives had any sense, they would have cross referenced the dates written on your beach scene t-shirt. Now, that would have given them something to talk about.]

Anyway, Alex presented herself very well on the reunion shows. She was a lady. She rose above the fray.

I hope you all are back next season.

Nikki

06/02/2009 - 12:51am
LGA

Simin you are who you are and do not stop. People can think what they want. All that matters is you, Alex and the boys. Hopeto see you back.

06/01/2009 - 11:50pm
Stacey

Simon,

You and Alex are the best! I truly admire you both for your integrity, patience and wit.
Thank you for the warm wishes for the rest of the year, and the same for you!

06/01/2009 - 11:29pm
stephen

Simon & Alex,
Thanks for staying head and shoulders above the rest of that motley crew for the season. How vindicated you must feel that, after being their target for much of season one, you two are the ones the public now recognizes and appreciates as being adult, considerate, empathetic, intelligent and well-mannered.
It's also been nice to see that you haven't joined that spiteful gang as they attack Kelly. Kelly surely gets her thoughts and words tangled, and is undoubtedly emotionally immature, but jackals are kinder to their prey than those women have been to her. It hurts to watch, and it's remarkable that grown women can act like 11-year-old mean girls.
And please, both of you, laugh off the snide gay remarks. They're not worth a response. Those broads are so provincial they think an Australian accent means someone's gay. And they pose as enlightened Manhattanites when they make derisive comments about a man who likes hip fashion.
Please... they're all rubes.
Best,
Stephen

06/01/2009 - 10:53pm
Viewer

What can I say? The squeaky voices, the dirty looks, the pretense of having manners, the backstabbing, the shopping, the unruly kids, the parties where no one looks like they are having fun.

Lord, give me the strength NOT to watch this show anymore. By the way, there is power in numbers, folks. Join me.

06/01/2009 - 10:30pm
Reed

Thanks for your blog!! Na Nu Na Nu right back at you and your family. I'd watch you and Kelly going thru your closet, she does have an amazing closet herself. Loved the red pants on you, good for you to have such a interest in great clothing. You do bring out the best in people. You and Alex have made a great addition to the show and I look foreward to seeing you both next season.

06/01/2009 - 8:26pm
cate

simon...i was happy-happy-happy to see that you had posted a blog...but sad-sad-sad that it was so short...you are my favorite housewife...blog more! ~cate

06/01/2009 - 7:40pm
Rhonda

Simon,

OMG.....WHY ARE YOU BLOGGING??????

You are amusing and I LOVED the red pants and your style choices but PLEASE, leave the show to the ladies!

Also, favor..... NEVER, EVER, EVER, EVER wear that speedo on camera or show us your erect, pink, hairy nipples again. Thats was really TMI!

Your wife is charming and who we tune in to see okay.

Last, your kids are cute but really need a serious time out. I know and like kids but yours are out of control!

Bye Simon, for real bye :)

06/01/2009 - 7:24pm
A Male Viewer

Hi Simon, I am one of the straight husbands who enjoys watching the show - and yes, there are a LOT of us out there! My boss, a former motorcyle-body-builder hoodlum, now in his late 40's, also watches with his wife and loves Real Housewives of NYC!

I was just watching season one last night (we bought from iTunes) and I can't tell you how moved I was at the birthday party/boat trip you through Alex. In fact, you can see the love the two of you have, and how genuine it is. If only others out there could really have what you and Alex, and I and my wife do...

Screw the naysayers - great job this season! You've got some fans and yes, I'm one of them now! Best to you buddy!

06/01/2009 - 6:56pm
Viewer

OMG !!LET IT GO! SO WHAT!

06/01/2009 - 5:09pm
Viewer

Just love you. The show wouldnt be half as much fun without you. I think your wife has the most grace and restraint of any of those other loud mouthed spoiled brats. xoxoxo

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