The Real Housewives is undeniably one of the most successful TV franchises in the world.
The series has been beloved by audiences everywhere ever since The - inspired by Desperate Housewives - launched back in 2006.
Ever since more and more have popped up on Bravo, including spin-offs in , Beverly Hills, Atlanta, and D.C.
And back in 2010, the network commissioned a new show titled Miami Social Club, which would serve as a reconstruction of Miami Social - a 2009 reality series which chronicled the lives of seven friends in South Beach.
The show was later retitled as The and became the seventh installment in the franchise - first airing in 2011 with an original cast consisting of Lea Black, , , , , and Cristy Rice.
After an eight-year hiatus following season three, the fourth season aired in late 2021 with a rebooted cast consisting of Guerdy Abraira, Lisa Hochstein, , Nicole Martin, née Echevarria, and Larsa Pippen.
The show has always been a hailed for its Latino representation - but last week it was revealed that the show had been put on pause as its future now hangs in the air after low ratings.
And it has not gone down well with current and past cast members who have now highlighted that 'visibility' and 'representation' for the Latino community will be impacted.
Is The Real Housewives franchise facing a diversity crisis? As the Miami series is 'put on pause' stars of the show have had their say amid dwindling Latino representation on reality TV
(From left) Julia Lemigova, Guerdy Abraira, Alexia Nepola, Larsa Pippen, Lisa Hochstein and Stephanie Shojaee are pictured on season seven of The Real Housewives of Miami
While the network has yet to cancel the show outright, no firm plans have reportedly been made for an upcoming eighth season either, with the network weighing a potential reboot or cast reshuffle, according to TMZ.
The Real Housewives of Miami, which concluded its seventh season in October, has the lowest ratings of any of the franchises, according to Variety.
The show is considered the most diverse cast on Bravo, showcasing Latino culture, with Cuban cast members Alexia and Marysol often speaking in Spanish together in episodes.
Haitian-born model Kiki Barth also spoke about her culture in many scenes, while Russian Julia Lemigova - the wife of tennis star Martina Navratilova - also featured on the show.
After the news of the pause many have now spoken out including Alexia Nepola who reflected on what has happened on Instagram.
She penned in her post: 'As a proud Latina, being part of a platform like RHOM on Bravo has always meant more to me than just reality television - it's meant visibility, representation, and having a voice.
'Hearing that the show is currently on pause is disheartening, and it's hard not to feel the weight of that. Opportunities like this are rare, and they matter. They open doors, challenge perceptions, and allow our stories - and our culture - to be seen and celebrated on a larger stage.'
She added: 'At the same time, I truly believe that a pause can create space for something even greater. I've always felt this show plays an important role in celebrating Latin voices, and that's something I will always carry with me. I'm staying positive, present, and hopeful for what's ahead. This isn't goodbye… it's simply see you soon.'
After the news of the pause many have now spoken out including Alexia Nepola who reflected on what has happened on Instagram
Meanwhile Kiki said on Instagram: 'Being able to show my Haitian background to the world means so much to me, and I'm proud to be part of a cast that brings together so many different perspectives...'
Marysol meanwhile looked back at her time on the show and paid tribute to her late Cuban immigrant mother
Lisa, Alexia and Larsa are seen together in 2022
She then signed off her post as 'The Cuban Barbie'.
Meanwhile Kiki said on Instagram: 'I'm really proud of what we've built with the reboot of The Real Housewives of Miami over the last four seasons. Being able to show my Haitian background to the world means so much to me, and I'm proud to be part of a cast that brings together so many different perspectives.
'We have one of the most diverse all-female casts on television—strong women who each bring their own energy, culture, and lifestyle to the table. You don't really see this level of diversity and personal storytelling within one cast on TV.
'For everyone who feels seen because of that representation, that means everything to me. Of course, I'm disappointed. I truly feel like I was just getting started, and the audience hasn't really seen my full story yet.'
Larsa also shared her thoughts on Instagram Stories, saying, 'Miami women are resilient. We've always moved with strength, even when overlooked.
'For years, we've existed as something of an underground force, building, thriving, and showing up, and still prevailed. We are a vibrant, diverse group of women from every background, culture, and walk of life.
'We represent diversity. And if there's one thing Miami women know how to do, it's come back stronger. More powerful. More connected. More united than ever.'
Marysol meanwhile looked back at her time on the show and paid tribute to her Cuban immigrant mother.
Bravo has paused production on The Real Housewives of Miami after seven seasons, sources have informed multiple publications (the season four reunion is seen)
New stars have been integrated over the years, such as the first lesbian Real Housewife, Russian model Julia Lemigova (left), the wife of tennis star Martina Navratilova (right)
Larsa, one of the original cast of the show and a former close friend of Kim Kardashian, is pictured on a reunion episode of the series in 2024
'There is some chatter amongst those in the know that RHOM is going to be canceled. There has been trouble with casting,' the insider said.
The insider pointed to the $10 million defamation lawsuit filed against Bravo by Alexia Nepola's ex-husband Todd, who withdrew the complaint with prejudice in December.
'Some of the issues have to do with Alexia due to Todd's lawsuit and how Todd won't be on the show. Without Todd, her story would be more or less dead, and that would have an effect on the entire franchise,' the source observed.
That insider opined further that the producers 'really don't understand Miami' and 'never have,' leading to problems with the show.
Producers also stood accused of having 'favorites' with whom they 'get too personally involved,' impeding 'casting decisions' the series 'desperately needs.'
Per that source: 'If they're told that so and so is the queen of Miami, they just take it at face value. There is no due diligence, and it's usually wrong information.'
Miami, according to the insider, is 'much bigger than the microcosm of weirdos they have on that show' and the 'only ones who are truly representative of Miami are Alexia, and perhaps Stephanie Shojaee.'
Another source claimed the production halt was 'going to be a very long pause, which many are interpreting to mean the show is canceled.'
That insider alleged Bravo was 'originally going to let go of four of the women and get four new girls, but at this time, they've decided to not reboot it and let it sit.'
Sources alleged earlier this month that Lemigova and Abraira might be fired, along with a possible third cast member whose expulsion would surprise fans, via Page Six.
Meanwhile another insider claimed that Shojaee - who joined the series for the first time on season seven - was less than entirely sure she wanted to come back.
