The Real Housewives of D.C. News

Looks like Bravo will continue to get Real for many years to come.

The network has officially ordered a season of The Real Housewives of D.C.; while also picking up The Real Housewives of New Jersey for a second season. Both shows will premiere in early 2010.

Various publicatiosn in Washington publications have speculated that cast members on the D.C. edition will include Lisa Wernick Spies, wife of Republican fundraiser Charlie Spies; Lynda Erkiletian, president of a Washington modeling agency; and Mai Abdo.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey, meanwhile, earned great ratings during its inaugural run. It was buoyed by the attention paid to Danielle Staub and her sordid past.

It's been rumored for months. Now, it looks like The Real Housewives of D.C. will truly become a reality.

It's unclear when this Bravo series will hit the air, but sources claim to have identified the leading ladies that will anchor the program. They are:

• Mai Abdo (pictured): Wife of Jim Abdo of Abdo Development, mother of two.
• Mary Schmidt Amons: Mother of five and founder of the District Sample Sale.
• Lynda Erkiletian: President of one of D.C.'s most prominent modeling agencies; wife of Christopher Reiter, owner of furniture/clothing boutique Muleh on 14th Street. 
• Michaela Salahi: Former model and wife of Tareq Salahi, who is president of America's Polo Cup and owner of Oasis Winery.
• Lisa Wernick Spies: Wife of Republican fundraiser Charlie Spies.

So much for The Real Housewives of Orange County.

Turns out Bravo is planning to add to its franchise in the national's capitol, as the network has announced plans for The Real Housewives of D.C.

“We’re tapping personalities who are among Washington D.C.’s influential players, cultural connoisseurs, fashion sophisticates and philanthropic leaders – the people who rub elbows with the most prominent people in the country and easily move in the city’s diverse political and social circles,” said Frances Berwick, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Bravo Media.

Will you tune in for The Real Housewives of D.C.?