RHOC’s Joe De La Rosa teases her future on the Bravo series after appearing in the season finale

The Real Housewives of Orange County alum Joe De La Rosa open to filming most of the show after production guest appearance on Season 18 final.

“It was my first time meeting the whole cast,” Jo, 44, exclusively revealed. Us weekly at the Us Weekly + Pluto TV Reality Stars of the Year party at the Dream Hotel earlier this month. “They were all new to me and honestly they were the cutest. Everyone was so kind to me. Some of them said, “I watched your first season.” It was incredibly amazing for me.”

Jo was one of the first actors to document her life for Bravo when ROCK The first premiere took place in March 2006. In the first two seasons, the cameras rolled while she dealt with her relationship with Slade Smiley. After the couple split, Jo left the series in 2007.

Almost 17 years later, the reality TV star happily married musician Taran Gray and ready to start a new chapter in Orange County.

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“My husband just got a new client in Orange County, so he goes there four days a week. We’ve actually decided that we’re moving back to Orange County,” the Los Angeles resident explained when asked about a possible future with ROCK. “If there is a world in which this makes sense, amazing! If not, no big deal. I’m here to support the girls.”

“I feel like it’s a vicious circle because when I was first (on the show), I just got engaged at 23, and now I’m married,” Joe continued. “We are trying to have a baby. It’s very full circle. She’s already an adult, but not quite. She’s forever 27.”

While Bravo has yet to officially announce any plans for Season 19, Tamra Judge, Heather Dubrow, Shannon Beador, Gina Kirschenheiter, Emily Simpson, Jennifer Pedranti, Katie Ginella And Alexis Bellino starred in a drama season in which shocking trip to London.

If Slade and his fiancee, Gretchen Rossiever invited to appear on the show again, Jo said she would support.

“If Gretchen and Slade come back, I’m here for it. We could do a double date,” she said. Us. “I would like Gretchen and Slade to meet my husband. Gretchen and I are doing well. Everything is fine. I’m really a big fan of peace with my exes. They are happy. They have a wonderful family. I’m happy. I have a handsome husband. Everyone ended up exactly where they were supposed to, so that’s what I’m here for.”

Regardless of what happens with the show, Jo is confident she will be able to continue spending time with her friend Alexis. getting ready to get married John Janssen.

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After a nearly 10-year friendship, Joe thinks her girlfriend may not have gotten the “best edit” this season.

“Listen, I will die for this girl,” she said. “Alexis has a heart of gold that I don’t think many people know about. John is one of the most generous people I have ever met. Every time we go out to dinner, he pays the bill. He is the kindest person. … I really hope that they find redemption and that people start to understand who they really are.”

The Real Housewives of Orange County airs Thursdays on Bravo at 9:00 pm ET. Watch old episodes on Peacock.