The friendship between Lisa Barlow and Angie Katsanevas hit a breaking point during the Season 5 finale of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City (RHOSLC). A heated confrontation left their relationship hanging by a thread, with tensions stemming from alliances, rumors, and accusations that spiraled out of control.
A Shocking Text Challenge
In an effort to mend fractured relationships, Heather Gay proposed a bold solution during the finale: every cast member would read the meanest text message they’d received from one of their co-stars. The idea was to address the hurt feelings, clear the air, and metaphorically “burn” the conflict. However, things didn’t go as planned.
When it was Lisa’s turn, she revealed a text sent by Whitney Rose, alleging that Lisa and her husband, John Barlow, were involved in a threesome. Visibly shocked, Lisa exclaimed, “What the f*ck is that?” Both Angie and Whitney quickly reassured Lisa that no one believed the rumor, but the damage was done, setting the stage for more drama.
Lisa Barlow Reignites Old Rumors
Lisa shifted the focus to Angie, dredging up a sensitive topic regarding Angie’s husband, Shawn Trujillo. In past seasons, rumors had circulated suggesting Shawn was involved in gay affairs—allegations both Angie and Shawn have firmly denied. However, Lisa reignited the controversy, yelling, “I heard that Shawn does circle jerks.”
The comment was a direct hit on Angie’s marriage and left her furious. In response, Angie leapt from her seat and hurled flowers across the table at Lisa, escalating the altercation until security had to intervene.
Speaking on the RHOSLC: After Show, Angie explained her reaction: “It just triggered me. Why would you say that? It’s her true colors. I didn’t appreciate those rumors being brought back up. My family has moved past it, and now it’s in the press again.” Angie called Lisa’s actions “irresponsible, damaging, and vicious.”
Lisa Barlow Defends Herself
Lisa, on the other hand, justified her actions by accusing Angie of failing to support her. She claimed she had defended Angie in Season 4 but felt abandoned when Angie didn’t intervene as Whitney’s text was read aloud. “She was not there for me,” Lisa said. “If someone said that about Shawn, I would have stepped in. And the fact that she’s ruining the flowers I paid for—what kind of friend does that?”
Lisa’s remarks painted Angie as a disloyal friend, further deepening the rift between them.
A Friendship Beyond Repair?
For Angie, the fight confirmed her suspicions: Lisa’s real issue stemmed from Angie’s friendship with Whitney. “This just proves to me that Lisa’s upset because I’m friends with Whitney,” Angie concluded.
The explosive Season 5 finale left fans with more questions than answers about the future of Lisa and Angie’s friendship.
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