Tamra Judge is navigating a new chapter in her life as an empty nester while filming the 16th season of 'The Real Housewives of Orange County.' Reflecting on recent events, Judge revealed details about a confrontation with castmate Shannon Beador during the filming of 'Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip' and discussed the evolving dynamics of her friendships with Beador and Heather Dubrow.

During the 'RHUGT' filming, an argument between Judge and Beador escalated after Beador allegedly "made fun" of Judge's outfit. "We had words and somebody tried to reunite us," Judge explained. "I said, ‘I’ve been trying.’ She gave me some attitude and then made fun of my outfit. Things just escalated from there."

Judge also addressed the state of her friendship with Beador, acknowledging past difficulties but expressing hope for reconciliation. "We’re trying. We really are trying. We’re at a good place right now," Judge stated. "Shannon’s just one of those people who really holds a grudge forever. It’s a lot. I just want her to move on."

Regarding her relationship with Heather Dubrow, Judge recounted a situation where Jennifer Pedanti informed her that Dubrow had been speaking negatively about her. Instead of confronting Dubrow immediately, Judge chose to process the information. "I didn’t understand where Jennifer was coming from. We weren’t exactly in the best of places," Judge said, expressing distrust towards Pedanti's motives at the time. "I wanted to hear Heather’s side of the story, but I didn’t want to hear it that night."

Despite initial tensions, Judge indicated that her friendship with Dubrow has improved. "Oh, we’re good. We’re great. She was texting me yesterday," Judge shared. "We all talk behind each other’s backs at some point. It’s the nature of the show."

Looking ahead to the Season 20 reunion, Judge anticipates that several cast members, including Vicki Gunvalson, Heather Dubrow, and Jennifer Pedanti, will have significant matters to address. "Vicki’s got a lot to answer for. Heather—for her part during the first half of the season—will have a lot answer for. To be honest, Jen’s being quite the little instigator this season," Judge commented.

Judge described her approach to the current season as a "calmer Tamra," suggesting she is thinking more before reacting. The season also marks a new personal phase for Judge as she has become an empty nester after raising children for 40 years.