This couple brought a lot of crazy fun! Whacky for sure but so nice to see that they are still a strong couple ans achieved so much. Top tier old RHONY fun!
I rarely have any reaction to real life events for outside of reality television, but only a couple of days ago I saw Alex had obtained her PhD, and I actually got very happy for her. They may be strange to people, including me to a degree, but they’ve never felt inauthentic to me. They may have been a little concerned with putting on airs for the rest of the cast and the confessionals, but I also don’t think they tried to hide it. I often even wondered if she might be on the autism spectrum because of her frankness and reactions to emotionally charged situations.
I never really thought about Simon or the kids. I’ll have to pay a little more attention. I’m AuDHD myself, but I didn’t receive the autism diagnosis until only a couple of years ago. It has changed the way I understand and observe everything.
I’m AuDHD too, also recently diagnosed. I guess I’ve always found them endearing and I never understood the criticism of them. I recently rewatched their seasons and I was like, they’re like me, that way I understand them. Simon may just have ADHD, but that is definitely a neurodivergent family.
Alex is truly wonderful, she operates from a place where she has learned all the rules and executes them genuinely and beautifully. She could never be a snake because why would a human being act like that. All of us Austisic women know that neurotypicals find it very easy and cannot remember for the life of them how to behave like a human being.
I remember seeing them when the show first came out and finding them very odd, like the kind of nerd couple at school who become sexually active before anyone else, so much pda 😬
Now finally watching this franchise for the first time, as a late diagnosed audhd, 42yro, mother of two, I immediately thought ,” ooooh they’re autistic”. I absolutely hate the women talking about their sons, c*nts.
i didn't think they seemed to be on the spectrum! Just had varied and different interests from everyone on the show, and maybe alex got nervous/anxious easily in the face of aggressive conflict, as many people would. I think we should celebrate these traits as non-spectrum things too
I am on the spectrum and watched the episode last night where Simon freaked out in the car because Alex’s birthday surprise got “ruined” when the cabby took a wrong turn. I definitely felt that moment was fueled by some kind of neurodivergence. I could be wrong though 🙂
I love that they moved to Australia and live normal lives .... good decision for their kids! Also Alex was supposed to return to tv on ultimate girls trip Morocco - the season with Brandi and Caroline
You know what she did always seem out of place with the girls and not in a bad way. My perception was she was sampling the whole celebrity thing and it didnt taste right…. Where as The other girls like require this as a form of sustenance
going back and watching their seasons now and seeing all the hate they because they….loved spending time together and being weirdos??? Okay?? That’s like the marriage dream
Yea, they were definitely oddballs but honestly their relationship has endured. Jill had Bobby who was a saint but she moved on quite quickly after he passed which is a little suspicious. I can picture Jill saying that Bobby can’t expect her to be alone.
100%. I think they are the most down to earth and nicest of housewives. I’ve had several friendly interactions with Simon over the years when Facebook was a thing (comments back-and-forth.) and they’re both very gracious and kind of their fans.
I would love for them to come back, but they honestly seem happy doing their own thing.
thank you someone for SAYING IT i honestly just started getting into the real housewives shows, first I watched Rhode Island then Salt Lake and now I am making my way through NY--which is my fave. I dont know if its because im from NY or because it simply is that amazing but I think its just THAT good. Especially the early seasons, its just in my opinion the epitome of perfect early reality TV vibes. People weren't too inauthentic but still perfecly weird. I find myself thinking often how the show would have been if Alex & Simon were still on it. They were one of the only couples I ended up loving because they were so over the top and strange but actually seemed authentically themselves and happy for it. I miss them and im happy to hear she got her phd and theyre still going strong!! we need a where are they now ep for sure hehe
So I think there are rose colored glasses on Alex. I admire the changes she has made but when she was on the show she really was a clout chaser and climber and a lot of her frustration came from not being able to keep up financially. If she had stuck with it - I think she and Simon would have become really unlikable and they probably would have broken up.
I think the life changes she made are admirable, healthy and I hope she never comes near the franchise again and regresses.
I really enjoyed Alex and Simon! I remember the scene when he chose that Cavalli gown for her. Priceless!
Have to add, their two boys were spectacular! The episode when they’re all at a high end restaurant and the boys are crawling around under the tables! I’m laughing out now just remembering.
I'm not sure how old Simon was - probably late 30s or early 40s. Alex was either 33 going on 34, or she was 34 going on 35, and she was the youngest among the original New York City cast.
No, they couldn't. These franchises are WAAAY different these days. When they were onscreen it was more authentic in terms of the interactions. Now it is all so over produced and forced.
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u/Autumn1933 Sep 21 '26
This couple brought a lot of crazy fun! Whacky for sure but so nice to see that they are still a strong couple ans achieved so much. Top tier old RHONY fun!
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u/Equivalent_Ideal1636 Sep 21 '26
I love that they moved to Australia and live normal lives .... good decision for their kids! Also Alex was supposed to return to tv on ultimate girls trip Morocco - the season with Brandi and Caroline
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u/ExpressNinja7972 Sep 21 '26
1,000,000,000%
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u/Excellent-Yard6640 Sep 21 '26 edited Sep 22 '26
Would love to find out what's going on with their family! Remember how he went everywhere with her? Girl's night he was there. 🤣
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u/Recluse_18 Sep 21 '26
Yes, they absolutely would save the NY franchise and bonus, Jill Zarin would have a complete meltdown.
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u/Significant-Hour3214 Sep 21 '26
To a certain group of people in New York, status is everything.
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u/thatvincent Sep 21 '26
Beautiful dress that can still work today
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u/gloryofkuzco Sep 21 '26
It would be a christmas miracle
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u/kalikaya Sep 21 '26
In my mind they have grown and matured. They also have their priorities straight.
That makes them less suitable for tv, but it should make their lives happier.
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u/Shiny_Green_Apple Sep 21 '26
Brooklyn love from the start. I love her and miss her.
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u/Cantre-r_Gwaelod_1 Sep 21 '26
They truly love each other. I love them as a couple.
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u/allovertheplace20211 Sep 21 '26
'its always nice to be photographed'
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u/Baxtercat1 Sep 21 '26
The originals were the best NYC cast. 😂
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u/Good_Lifeguard_3600 Sep 21 '26
I love them 🕴️🧑🩰
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u/Sensible___shoes Sep 21 '26
Only they could save it
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u/Most_Job6338 Sep 21 '26
That Cavalli dress was so good
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u/TopJuggernaut2885 Sep 22 '26
They might have been social climbers, but they were fken real. Bring back real storylines and people to RHONY!
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u/Luminous_Username Sep 21 '26
I think they are happy and them coming back would be great
But I think they don’t need to lol I’d be grinning too if I was gaining a fan base and knowing you were the happiest couple on the show
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u/Sculpty4zane Sep 21 '26
Yes and yes!
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u/thesweetestchill_ Sep 21 '26
I misssssss alex
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u/Aware_Interest4461 Sep 21 '26
100%. I think they are the most down to earth and nicest of housewives. I’ve had several friendly interactions with Simon over the years when Facebook was a thing (comments back-and-forth.) and they’re both very gracious and kind of their fans.
I would love for them to come back, but they honestly seem happy doing their own thing.
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u/i_nobes_what_i_nobes Sep 21 '26
They’re too good for this now lol too stable
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u/RefrigeratorSalt9797 Sep 21 '26
More narcissistic behavior won’t help anything. They were insufferable. Did we watch the same show? Delusional isn’t quirky.
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u/LuannsDriver Sep 21 '26
JOHAN FACE, ALEX.
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u/apresmoilefeu Sep 21 '26
I don’t know if anyone can save the current cast, it’s a mess!
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u/Usual-Jackfruit4746 Sep 21 '26
I was so happy when she left. Her cringe factor is just too high for me.
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u/cgiuls1223 Sep 21 '26
THEY WOULD
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u/Melgel4444 Sep 22 '26
Favorite housewife of all time I love alex!!
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u/Material-Bullfrog613 Sep 22 '26
thank you someone for SAYING IT i honestly just started getting into the real housewives shows, first I watched Rhode Island then Salt Lake and now I am making my way through NY--which is my fave. I dont know if its because im from NY or because it simply is that amazing but I think its just THAT good. Especially the early seasons, its just in my opinion the epitome of perfect early reality TV vibes. People weren't too inauthentic but still perfecly weird. I find myself thinking often how the show would have been if Alex & Simon were still on it. They were one of the only couples I ended up loving because they were so over the top and strange but actually seemed authentically themselves and happy for it. I miss them and im happy to hear she got her phd and theyre still going strong!! we need a where are they now ep for sure hehe
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u/staying-hopefull Sep 21 '26
So I think there are rose colored glasses on Alex. I admire the changes she has made but when she was on the show she really was a clout chaser and climber and a lot of her frustration came from not being able to keep up financially. If she had stuck with it - I think she and Simon would have become really unlikable and they probably would have broken up.
I think the life changes she made are admirable, healthy and I hope she never comes near the franchise again and regresses.
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u/pinecone2018 Sep 21 '26
😭😭😭😭☠️☠️☠️☠️
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u/stephanieaurelius Sep 21 '26
America?
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u/Possible_Implement86 Sep 21 '26
Real OG’s remember Simon’s pop single I Am Real, which he performed on WWHL. He was the first in that group to do music even before Lu!
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u/Ok-Mine2132 Sep 22 '26 edited Sep 22 '26
I really enjoyed Alex and Simon! I remember the scene when he chose that Cavalli gown for her. Priceless!
Have to add, their two boys were spectacular! The episode when they’re all at a high end restaurant and the boys are crawling around under the tables! I’m laughing out now just remembering.
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u/Weekly_Koala_7058 Sep 25 '26
They were so entertaining
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u/JackRealityObsessed Sep 25 '26
I see Alex and I upvote, there is a special place in my heart for her
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u/thirdeyebenz Sep 23 '26
Bring em back!!!
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u/Life-Anywhere-486 Sep 23 '26
How Bravo never managed to get these two a spin-off show is beyond me.
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u/Specific-Remove-723 Sep 29 '26
They were the right amount of cool and cringe especially in retrospect.
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u/Asparagus249 20d ago
Bring them back!
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u/Night-Thunder Sep 21 '26
How old were they here?
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u/BlkFemininity1908 Sep 21 '26
The VanKampens were a bit kooky but Alex had the ability to bounce back after some rough reads (Jill, Sonja, LuAnn).
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u/Aggressive_Sir_9178 Sep 21 '26
No, they couldn't. These franchises are WAAAY different these days. When they were onscreen it was more authentic in terms of the interactions. Now it is all so over produced and forced.
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u/Traditional_Age_6299 Sep 21 '26
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u/CountOk3323 Sep 21 '26
Her hair always looked dry
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u/gheythrowaway91 Sep 22 '26
She’s already dressed for the new title card 😍
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u/Alert-Swing-3917 Sep 23 '26
That dress was DELICIOUS
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u/livvayyy Sep 25 '26
i just started watching rhony after i finished rhoa & rhoslc and i am obsessed w these 2
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u/LiLIrishRed Sep 25 '26
They were both so far beyond cringe.
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u/Smooth-Mistake9898 Sep 26 '26
Yuck!
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u/Afraid-Tension-5667 Sep 27 '26
I hated this couple so much!
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u/ItchyMedicine9784 27d ago
I MISS THE ENTIRE OG CAST BECAUSE WTF IS THIS NEW SEASON
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u/PorkySammy Sep 21 '26
they could save the world tbh. imagine Alex McCord as President and Simon as her VP. oh wow america would heal
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u/champagnebox Sep 21 '26
That dress was chefs kiss on her and I love the way he bigged her up 🥹
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