Inside the Drama of ‘The Real Housewives of Antwerp’

The Flemish-language Belgian reality television series, The Real Housewives of Antwerp (RHOANT), has quickly become a captivating fixture in the international Real Housewives franchise. Premiering in March 2025, the show offers a glimpse into the lives of several women in Antwerp, Belgium, navigating personal and professional challenges with a generous helping of drama.

A New Addition to the Real Housewives Universe

The Real Housewives of Antwerp is the 27th international installment of the globally successful Real Housewives franchise and the 14th European iteration [1]. The series initially aired on Play4 and Streamz, and is now also available on Videoland in the Netherlands [1].

Season One Cast

The first season, which debuted on March 17, 2025, featured Melissa van Hoydonck, Amy De Winter, Julie Boone, Annelies Schetters, Kiki Rom Colthoff, Natassia Van Kerkvoorde, and Oona Noyen as main cast members. Debby Gommeren appeared as a “Friend of the Housewives” [1].

Season Two Lineup

The second season sees the return of van Hoydonck, De Winter, Boone, Schetters, Colthoff, and Van Kervoorde, with Camelia Craciunescu joining the cast as a main cast member [1].

Meet the Housewives

• Melissa van Hoydonck: Also known as @mellie_fromtheblock on Instagram [2], van Hoydonck is a mother and also an actress, known for her role in the long-running Belgian soap opera, Familie [3].
• Amy De Winter: A prominent figure in the series.
• Julie Boone: Another key cast member navigating life in Antwerp.
• Annelies Schetters: Featured in discussions regarding the absence of Debby Gommeren from the show [1].
• Kiki Rom Colthoff: Part of the core group of Housewives.
• Natassia Van Kerkvoorde: A main cast member in both seasons.
• Oona Noyen: Featured in the initial season of the show.
• Camelia Craciunescu: The newest addition to the cast for season two.

Where to Watch

The Real Housewives of Antwerp is available to stream on Play4, Streamz, and Videoland (in the Netherlands) [1].