Katie Ginella Isn’t Backing Down After ‘RHOC’ Polygraph Fallout: “I’m Owed Some Apologies” + Talks Jenn Pedranti

Katie Ginella may be the new girl on The Real Housewives of Orange County, but she’s already making a bold statement: she’s not going anywhere.

Katie Ginella Isn’t Backing Down After ‘RHOC’ Polygraph Fallout: “I'm Owed Some Apologies” + Talks Jenn Pedranti 3

After all of her castmates turned on her during the explosive recent episodes following a failed polygraph test, many assumed Katie might be on her way out. But not only is she staying strong in the face of conflict, she’s also looking ahead to what could be a dramatic reunion… and maybe even a second chance.

“I think that I would love for people to actually get to know me,” Katie told E! News Will Marfuggi in an exclusive sit-down. “For me to have that moment where I get to have real conversations with these women and possibly build real friendships and not these weird surface ones.”

Accused of spreading rumors about Tamra Judge and Gretchen Rossi to a blogger, accusations she’s repeatedly denied—Katie is holding out hope that the upcoming Season 19 reunion could serve as a reset.

“I think maybe there’s a possibility of a fresh start after the reunion,” she noted. “That’s what everybody hopes, right? This show is about conflict resolution and I think I’m owed some apologies. I’ve given enough out.”

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Still, she admits the thought of confronting the group is nerve-wracking.

“I’m part confident and part extremely nervous,” she shared, adding that she’s expecting some reconciliations—if the others are willing to meet her halfway. “I’m hoping that they can recognize that they’ve done things wrong, because I have literally apologized over and over and over and owned the things I needed to. And, if they expect that of me, I need to expect it in return.”

As the rest of Season 19 unfolds, fans won’t see Katie on the cast trip to Amsterdam—but it wasn’t her choice to sit that one out.

“I actually asked to go,” she revealed. “I was like, ‘Just tell me where they are staying and I’ll show up,’ because I wanted to hash some things out with the ladies regarding this lie detector duo that we had and I found some information online. But I didn’t go and maybe it was best.”

Even through the tension, there’s one friendship Katie still clearly misses.

“We were very close,” she said of co-star Jennifer Pedranti. “Even off camera, out of production, we talked every day, our kids hang out, we did double dates with our spouses.”

Whether her reunion hopes pan out or not, one thing’s certain: Katie Ginella is not backing down from the drama, or the opportunity to clear her name.

Catch all the chaos as The Real Housewives of Orange County airs Thursdays at 8 p.m. on Bravo.

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18 comments

Rowan Smith September 8, 2025 - 1:06 pm
A polygraph test typically lasts 1.5 to 2.5 hours and involves three main phases: pre-test, in-test, and post-test. During the pre-test, the examiner interviews the subject and explains the process. The in-test phase includes multiple rounds of yes/no questions while monitoring physiological responses. Finally, the post-test involves analyzing the data and discussing the results. It's a thorough, structured procedure—not a quick or casual exam. There is zero chance this 'party' took the entire day (six or seven women x 2 hours each). This is so obviously a production set up.
AnEnigmaWrappedInSnark September 5, 2025 - 7:12 pm
You know how illegitimate (and biased) a polygraph is when the bitchy polygrapher declares to the world ... "She so full of sh*" (talking about Katie). https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/53e5aeda958b268c31ecea20af0b8af996f699b9fdacb890abae9dbfb588e03c.png ... especially when we know the truth.
AnEnigmaWrappedInSnark September 5, 2025 - 7:12 pm
You know how illegitimate (and biased) a polygraph is when the bitchy polygrapher declares to the world ... "She so full of sh*" (talking about Katie). https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/53e5aeda958b268c31ecea20af0b8af996f699b9fdacb890abae9dbfb588e03c.png ... especially when we know the truth.
michers September 5, 2025 - 4:44 pm
I cannot believe how dismissive these bitches were to see that this test was done by friggan actors and yes def seemed set up against her!!! Unless , they already knew that and wanted it that way to eliminate her ? Imagine if heather was the “ Katie”, or the so called attorney ? WOW. This makes me not want to finish this season / watch next one . Disappointing !! I’m glad her hubby stood his ground and I believe he and Katie . This was bullshit .
michers September 5, 2025 - 4:44 pm
I cannot believe how dismissive these bitches were to see that this test was done by friggan actors and yes def seemed set up against her!!! Unless , they already knew that and wanted it that way to eliminate her ? Imagine if heather was the “ Katie”, or the so called attorney ? WOW. This makes me not want to finish this season / watch next one . Disappointing !! I’m glad her hubby stood his ground and I believe he and Katie . This was bullshit .
AnEnigmaWrappedInSnark September 5, 2025 - 7:13 pm
Even more disturbing was Stinkface ordering Katie out of her house.
Champagne Hangover September 6, 2025 - 10:58 am
And remember her whining about the size 12 dress that Heather UNDERSTANDABLY ordered for her? And I am NO FAN of Fancy Pants, BUT have zero issues with how she handled that INCLUDING the snark which was arguably unnecessary but all too understandable and, hey, credit where credit is due, a rare lol feather in Fancy Pants’ cap. ?
michers September 6, 2025 - 11:37 am
And yet she steals food and puts in her purse wherever they go yet cried about her size .
Champagne Hangover September 6, 2025 - 10:58 am
And remember her whining about the size 12 dress that Heather UNDERSTANDABLY ordered for her? And I am NO FAN of Fancy Pants, BUT have zero issues with how she handled that INCLUDING the snark which was arguably unnecessary but all too understandable and, hey, credit where credit is due, a rare lol feather in Fancy Pants’ cap. ?
AnEnigmaWrappedInSnark September 5, 2025 - 7:13 pm
Even more disturbing was Stinkface ordering Katie out of her house.
Steve September 5, 2025 - 4:04 pm
Has Bravo already decided to push the reunion? So it seems. Probably because there is little else to recommend this season.
Steve September 5, 2025 - 4:04 pm
Has Bravo already decided to push the reunion? So it seems. Probably because there is little else to recommend this season.
Cin September 5, 2025 - 10:56 am
This season was ugly and not a good watch. Bravo needs to revamp the show. Dump Emily, Tamra, Shannon.... actually all of them except for Katie.
book7175 September 5, 2025 - 9:42 am
I don't know who or what to believe anymore but this season is a complete turn-off in every way.
holy cannoli September 5, 2025 - 3:03 pm
I don’t either. I’m pretty confused. I have to say though I can’t help but feel bad for Katie .
book7175 September 5, 2025 - 4:13 pm
Yes, she may be a liar but they all are, she's just not good at it. However, I never like a gang-up on one cast member.
book7175 September 5, 2025 - 4:13 pm
Yes, she may be a liar but they all are, she's just not good at it. However, I never like a gang-up on one cast member.
holy cannoli September 5, 2025 - 3:03 pm
I don’t either. I’m pretty confused. I have to say though I can’t help but feel bad for Katie .
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