Bravo fans learned early on that the Charleston nightlife was something else. The neighborhood got quite the reputation thanks to the gang on Southern Charm partying until the wee hours of the morning on King Street. The network created a spinoff around Leva Bonaparte’s bar, Republic, and her staff. What culminated was a newer, younger version of Vanderpump Rules, complete with drama and love triangles. Now, viewers are getting ready for Season 3 of Southern Hospitality, and the details are finally starting to emerge.
Will there be a Season 3 of Southern Hospitality?
Yes! Like Southern Charm, its baby sister Southern Hospitality was renewed for a third season in May 2024. Leva’s Republic Garden and Lounge has become the go-to spot for reality TV stars thanks to the VIP booth and dance floor. The establishment has the only street-level garden, which includes a spacious outdoor bar. Fans can now get ready for another party at the Republic Lounge Garden and Lounge and Bourbon and Bubbles.
If you are behind in Season 1 and Season 2, you can stream on Peacock, BravoTV.com, and the Bravo app. Both Seasons 1 and 2 of Souther Hospitality aired in the early winter. The series is filmed during the summer months so that it can include the amped-up nightlife of tourists. Season 1 premiered in November 2022, and Season 2 in December 2023. So, it is safe to assume that Season 3 can be expected to keep a similar time frame.
Out with the old…
There is so much potential for Season 3 and the possibility of the new cast. Currently, the cast comprises Maddi Reese, Joe Bradley, Grace Lilly, TJ Dinch, Mia Alario, Bradley Carter, Emmy Sharrett, and Will Kulp. However, Oisin O’Neill and Lucía Peña are supposedly not returning to the series. Lucia was a single mother who lost her job at Republic for breaking the rules. And even though fans liked her, she has probably filmed her last scene.
Oisin had a rough time in Season 2 after cameras caught him aggressively going after Mia and Lucia. I have to say good riddance to Oisin and his icky milkman portrayal. Mikel Simmons, whose screen time was cut drastically for Season 2, has also reportedly been axed.
And in with the new
Rumors have been swirling that some newbies will join the cast. According to TV Insider, not much is known about the possible newbies except their names: Molly Moore, Lake Rucker, Michols Peña, and Austin Stephan. Molly, who is an event planner in Charleston, is followed by Republic and Bravo on her social media. She is also friends with Mia and TJ. According to her LinkedIn profile, Molly has worked part-time at Republic for the last year. The blonde is about to turn 25 and graduated from the University of Kansas in 2022, where she was in the Delta Gamma Fraternity and Women in Business Club.
Michael’s Instagram also shows that he works in the VIP area of Republic and enjoys the nightlife. Austin, with an I, looks to be just a server who loves to pose for photos. He surfs and wears cutoffs, so naturally, the girls will be fawning all over him. As for Lake, she has been featured in several of Leva’s videos. She can be seen laughing with Maddi and dancing with Joe. From the footage, I think she works as a hostess, as she even commented that she always opens the door. Lake likes to travel and seems quite sweet. I hope the cast drama doesn’t scare her off.
Plot twist
Even with the addition of new faces, some fans call for a cast change. Many were unhappy with Maddi after Season 2 and wanted to see her fired. The DJ came across as a plotter as it looked like she created a faux cheating scandal. Her management skills were questionable, and she was caught lying about protecting her ex-boyfriend. But perhaps the worst moment for Maddi was when she couldn’t be happy about Emmy being promoted and actively mocked her, along with Joe.
It can be argued that Grace is the star of the show. She is light and airy but always seems to want the group to come together. Southern Hospitality works because the cast is young and hot. Viewers tune in to unwind and watch the group of actual friends navigate the troubled waters. Now, with Season 3 going full steam ahead, all we need is a Republic back alley for us to feel right at home.
