Tamra Judge Defends Katie Ginella: Says the RHOC Cast’s Pile-On Is Backfiring Because “Fans Love Her”

Tamra Judge isn’t holding back when it comes to sharing her thoughts on the growing tension between Real Housewives of Orange County stars Shannon Beador and Katie Ginella.

Tamra Judge Defends Katie Ginella: Says the RHOC Cast’s Pile-On Is Backfiring Because "Fans Love Her" 3

While drama is never far from the RHOC franchise, Tamra has a theory about what’s really going on, and why Shannon seems so focused on Katie.

“I think she doesn’t really have a whole lot going on in her life right now,” Tamra, 57, told Us Weekly exclusively while attending Alexis Bellino’s bridal shower on August 16. “I think that she doesn’t have kids at home. She doesn’t have a husband or a boyfriend. I think she’s trying to make the best of what she’s got. I think it’s a little over the top.”

Tamra Judge Defends Katie Ginella: Says the RHOC Cast’s Pile-On Is Backfiring Because "Fans Love Her" 4

Tamra admitted she wasn’t present for the now-infamous outburst in New Orleans, but word of it still reached her, and she wasn’t impressed. “The whole thing is a little bit ridiculous in my mind,” she said at the event. “Yeah, Katie did some things, and Katie repeated some things. But you’ll see how that plays out.”

While the drama continues to unfold onscreen, with costars like Jennifer Pedranti and Gretchen Rossi questioning Katie’s trustworthiness, particularly whether she leaked personal information to bloggers, Tamra hasn’t completely written her off.

“I honestly have not seen Katie since the last time we filmed together, but we definitely have DMed back and forth,” Tamra revealed. “I know what it’s like to be an outsider with these girls and how hard it can be, and I think it’s backfiring. I think that the fans love her, and I think whenever there’s a gang up like that, it doesn’t go over well, and there’s more to come on that, so I can’t really say more.”

Tamra, acknowledges Katie has made some missteps, but says the reaction doesn’t match the crime. “Did she mess up? She did,” Tamra admitted. “Is she a terrible person who’s a danger to society? No.”

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14 comments

Steve August 26, 2025 - 10:19 am
It's time for Tamra to stop attacking Shannon -- even if it is a backhanded way while supposedly supporting another HW.
AnEnigmaWrappedInSnark August 25, 2025 - 3:04 pm
I have nothing against Katie one way or the other, and I give all these alleged betrayals and leaks very little credo. The truth is, I don't find her (or this season) to be that interesting, so I'm filing this one in the "whatevs" pile. Either bring back the familiar faces from the past, or start from scratch and reboot, because the mixing of the two isn't working.
michers August 25, 2025 - 6:40 pm
Tamra says Shannon has nothing going on but Tamra is literally out here everyday doing whole stories and labeling others
michers August 25, 2025 - 6:40 pm
Tamra says Shannon has nothing going on but Tamra is literally out here everyday doing whole stories and labeling others
book7175 August 25, 2025 - 12:54 pm
Now that's a delusional take. Trashy now defends Katie because it appears at some point in the season Katie goes to the dark side and teams up with Tamra.
Cin August 25, 2025 - 12:24 pm
I like Katie and Gretchen. As for the rest of them - Pennywise clowns.
AnEnigmaWrappedInSnark August 25, 2025 - 3:04 pm
I have nothing against Katie one way or the other, and I give all these alleged betrayals and leaks very little credo. The truth is, I don't find her (or this season) to be that interesting, so I'm filing this one in the "whatevs" pile. Either bring back the familiar faces from the past, or start from scratch and reboot, because the mixing of the two isn't working.
Champagne Hangover August 25, 2025 - 9:52 am
RyNy83 August 25, 2025 - 10:23 am
because she's defending Katie?
michers August 25, 2025 - 6:43 pm
For me it’s not the Katie ; it’s the still digging at Shannon. It’s like she’s obsessed with getting hits in. If Shannon had nothing going on , WTH is Tamra doing? She has blasted everyone daily it feels like . It’s “ over the top”.
book7175 August 25, 2025 - 12:54 pm
Now that's a delusional take.
Zap It August 25, 2025 - 11:13 am
I like Katie. She plays the game just like the rest of them do. I may change my mind in the future but so far I agree that those ladies have been horrible to her. BTW, it's time to say goodbye to Emily. Using her son as a story line is even grossing out Shane.
Zap It August 25, 2025 - 11:13 am
I like Katie. She plays the game just like the rest of them do. I may change my mind in the future but so far I agree that those ladies have been horrible to her. BTW, it's time to say goodbye to Emily. Using her son as a story line is even grossing out Shane.
michers August 25, 2025 - 6:41 pm
I like her too and she hadn’t done anything so drastic that warrants this pathetic gang up . Others have done worse
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