“THE PLAYBOY REBORN”: Shep Rose OPENS UP About Heartbreak With Sienna Evans, Confessing He Spent Weeks Drunk, Alone, and Realizing His Reputation Couldn’t Buy Happiness, Pledging to Finally ‘Grow Up’ and Pursue Something Real
A lot can change within a year. Just ask Shep Rose.
At the beginning of Southern Charm Season 10, Shep was in the early stages of his “situationship” with former pageant queen Sienna Evans. Although the Charleston bachelor said he was "so enthralled" with Sienna, his friends began questioning if the feelings were mutual, as Sienna seemed emotionally distant during the cast’s trip to her hometown of Nassau, Bahamas.
Shep Rose makes a big change while navigating single life
Fast-forward to Bravo Fan Fest in November 2024, when Shep confirmed he was officially single and back on dating apps.
"It was interesting," he said about his and Sienna's romance. "Long distance is tough, though."
Viewers will learn more about Shep’s new chapter in Southern Charm Season 11, which will find him making a major life change.
Per the season’s announcement: “After his situationship with Sienna, Shep is focused on something more permanent – purchasing a new house.”
Shep began teasing a real estate move in 2023, when he was considering buying another property outside of South Carolina.
“In Montana, Wyoming. Colorado. I did a tour of out West,” he told BravoTV.com. “I ended up having a hell of a lot of fun... seeing some real estate, meeting some cool people. But the interest rates, the mortgage rates, it’s just. Crazy. It’s not the right time. Not now. But I do love out West. I do love Montana, and fishing and hunting and stuff.”
Shep Rose reveals he listed his Charleston beach house
Shep recently renovated his Isle of Palms beach house and listed the property for rent. He spoke about the decision in an April chat with the Post and Courier, saying his family had pushed him to find a new place that wasn’t so “beach bungalow.” At the time of the interview, Shep had put down an offer on a Sullivan’s Island home, but it’s unclear if he secured the deal.
"It'll be nice to have two properties,” he told the outlet. “I feel like I'm all grown up at age 45."
Shep Rose teases Southern Charm Season 11: "Deep-seated differences"
Southern Charm Season 11 will also explore Shep’s friendships with Craig Conover and Austen Kroll, who appear to be at odds again. Shep teased the drama in a July interview with Us Weekly, saying the new season would shed more light on the “deep-seated differences” within the friend group.
“We all kind of have the dirt on each other, so that’s always lurking,” he told the outlet. “We talk about that this season, me, Craig, and Austen, and Whitney [Sudler-Smith], too. It’s like, ‘Guys, we have to stop playing Gotcha so much.’ Sometimes we can weaponize information, and we’re all guilty of it.”
Melissa Gorga Turns Cookie Feud Into $1M Empire with Coffee and Viral Merch
Melissa Gorga Expands Let’s Sprinkle Empire Amid RHONJ Family Drama and Sister-in-Law Tensions
Melissa Gorga, star of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, is proving that her entrepreneurial skills are as strong as her reality TV presence. In the nine months since launching her cookie brand, Let’s Sprinkle by MG, the Jersey mom has transformed the company into a thriving business, all while navigating the ongoing drama with her sister-in-law, Teresa Giudice, and the evolving dynamics of RHONJ.
Melissa initially debuted her signature sprinkle cookies in December 2024, and the response was overwhelming. Within three months, the brand generated $500,000 in revenue, and as of September 2025, Let’s Sprinkle has surpassed $1 million in sales, according to a company press release. “I was so overwhelmed, but also overjoyed with how the response was to the sprinkle cookies,” Gorga said in an interview with People. She attributed much of the brand’s viral success to TikTok videos featuring taste tests and creative recipes, which captured the attention of a younger audience and boosted nationwide sales.
The expansion hasn’t stopped with cookies. In April, Melissa introduced the buttery coffee cake, followed by a Fourth of July edition that capitalized on the holiday market. On September 14, 2025, she announced three new products: premium almond-vanilla coffee, sprinkle-patterned oven mitts, and a “Cup of Joe” coffee mug, which are available now on the Let’s Sprinkle website. Prices range from $12.99 for the mug to $19.99 for the coffee beans or ground coffee, with the mitts priced at $14.99.
Melissa showcased the new products on Instagram, emphasizing the joy and fun they bring. “What’s a Sprinkle Cookie without A Cup Of Joe!!!” she posted. “We now offer the most delicious vanilla, almond-flavored coffee! Beans or ground coffee, the Joe mug, and also the chicest pair of oven mitts.” Her husband, Joe Gorga, enthusiastically endorsed the products in a promotional video, joking about the personal touch of having his name on a mug. “I don’t know what’s better than a sprinkle cookie with a vanilla-almond coffee,” he said. “A mug with my name on it!? You got your name on your mug? No… Look at me. Sunday morning. Best coffee ever.”
Melissa’s venture into the food and lifestyle industry is particularly impressive given her busy schedule, which includes filming RHONJ, running her boutique Envy, podcasting, and raising three children. “I’ve always had in the back of my mind, like, ‘I need to come out with my own sprinkle cookie,’” she explained to Decider. She revealed that timing was crucial, noting that despite the delay, the brand’s launch ended up being perfect, especially with the viral social media response.
While her business flourishes, Melissa continues to navigate the complicated relationships featured on RHONJ. Recently, her sister-in-law Teresa Giudice extended an olive branch, sparking speculation about a possible reconciliation. However, Melissa firmly shut down the possibility. “The truth is, for the last year, the door has been closed,” she said at the Virtual Reali-Tea Awards. She added that neither she nor Teresa have had contact in nearly two years, making the peace offering “so strange” and unexpected.
Despite this tension, fans remain hopeful. Teresa herself has hinted that a reunion could be possible, saying she would “never say never” regarding the family coming together again. Her daughter, Gia Giudice, chimed in with a pragmatic perspective: “I think everyone can co-exist. Just put your ‘big girl’ panties on and be mature,” she said, emphasizing that viewers might be eager to see some resolution on-screen after years of family drama.
Meanwhile, RHONJ is undergoing a major overhaul as Season 15 approaches. Reports indicate that some cast members, including Melissa and longtime stars Margaret Josephs and Dolores Catania, have already participated in test filming with potential new cast members. Teresa’s involvement remains uncertain, though insiders say she is “still in consideration” as producers evaluate the chemistry and dynamics between old and new personalities.
The combination of Melissa’s thriving business and the ongoing family tensions adds another layer to the show’s narrative. Let’s Sprinkle has become more than just a side project; it’s a key part of Melissa’s brand identity and a recurring talking point on RHONJ, often sparking on-screen conflicts. Fans will likely watch closely to see how Melissa balances her expanding business empire with her personal life and professional relationships, particularly with Teresa.
As for Let’s Sprinkle, the brand shows no signs of slowing down. Melissa has successfully leveraged her celebrity status, social media influence, and business acumen to create a product line that appeals to a wide audience. By branching into coffee and kitchen accessories, she has diversified her offerings, ensuring that Let’s Sprinkle reaches beyond the cookie market.
With RHONJ Season 15 in the works and Let’s Sprinkle thriving, Melissa Gorga has positioned herself as both a savvy entrepreneur and a reality TV powerhouse. Whether fans are tuning in for the latest family drama or the newest product launch, one thing is clear: Melissa continues to sprinkle her influence across multiple arenas, blending business, television, and personality in a way that keeps audiences engaged and invested.
