Quote from: Marg. on April 20, 2017, 01:45:58 PM
I think I'm starting to agree with the people who thinks this show needs to be recast. They should go in a different direction for the 10th season.
It sucks because they always test new girls on the other franchises. They usually all have a new girl, or several, each season. If a new girl doesn't work, oh well, kick her to the curb and try another one next year.
Look at Carlton and Joyce on RHOBH. Gone after one season each, but the show eventually got Yolanda, Erika, Lisa Rinna, and Eileen. Two are established actresses.
NY always has new girls. Carole was famous before the show.
OC tested and kicked out several before finding Heather and Shannon.
Meanwhile, it's like RHOA is a secret org in which only the initiated are allowed to join the ranks.

The newest girls have been on for several years now. They test new people all time time (Shamea, Demetria, Tammy, RL's wife this season). But they end up reducing their role to a friend, or cut them out altogether. Cast two or three new girls, give them a chance, and see what happens. Remember, Porsha was on the chopping block after her first season. She only secured her spot after Kordell kicked her out. It requires some risk-taking to get the right cast.
I'm sure some hasbeen black actress or washed-up reality star would join, if given an offer. I could see Melyssa Ford from Blood, Sweat, and Heels or someone like that moving to ATL for the show.