In the highly anticipated December 5 premiere of Southern Charm season 10, Jarrett “JT” Thomas and Austen Kroll found themselves face to face. The events of season 9 had left a bitter taste, with Thomas attempting a “f—boy exorcism” on Kroll during the reunion. Kroll, expecting the worst, now had to navigate their interactions as the show continued.

A Tale of Feuds and Forgiveness in Southern Charm

Season 9: The Physical Fight and the Exorcism

During the Southern Charm season 9 finale, a physical fight erupted between Jarrett “JT” Thomas and Austen Kroll. This intense confrontation set the stage for the drama to come. Then, in a shocking turn of events, Thomas tried to perform a “f—boy exorcism” on Kroll during the reunion. The animosity between them seemed insurmountable at that time.After the fight and the exorcism, the two men went their separate ways. But as season 10 picked up, they were forced to confront each other once again. Kroll, who has been dating Audrey Pratt for 11 months, found himself in a difficult position. He had to decide how to handle his feelings towards Thomas and whether he could move past the past.

The Season 10 Premiere: Reuniting at the Carolina Cup

When the group reunited at the Carolina Cup horse race in South Carolina, Kroll was faced with a new challenge. He had to figure out how to be around Thomas without punching him in the face. “I’m trying to figure it out on the fly of what am I going to do? How am I going to be around this person?” he said.Thomas, who had since resigned from the show, tried to make light of his return by distributing canes to his friends. But his gesture did not sit well with everyone. Patricia Altschul was genuinely offended by the gift, calling it “kind of a stupid gift in my estimation.”

The Cane Incident and the Bad Blood

As Thomas handed over the cane to Kroll, the Trop Hop Beer founder asked if he planned to beat him with it. Thomas assured him that it was a symbol of a new beginning. But Kroll believed that Thomas had been “trying to very clearly be something that you aren’t.”The bad blood between them still lingered. Kroll admitted that he didn’t trust Thomas and that he couldn’t just forget the hurtful things Thomas had said about him during the reunion. “You don’t just slander someone with horrible and awful things for as long as he did at the reunion and then expect it to all be cool,” he said.

Kroll’s Friendship with Craig Conover and Shep Rose

In addition to his feud with Thomas, Kroll also had to deal with his friendships with Craig Conover and Shep Rose. After Conover and Rose stepped away from their friendships with the reality star due to Rose’s excessive drinking at BravoCon 2023, Kroll found himself caught in the middle.While Conover was more inclined to cut people off, Kroll didn’t want to create a strict boundary. “I always feel like I’m caught in the middle with those two,” he said. “I have always said that Craig is over here on the far left and Shep is over here on the far right — not in politically speaking — and I’m in the middle somewhere.”But despite the challenges, Kroll’s friendship with Rose has improved. “I’m definitely glad where we ended and where Shep’s head space was at for these opening talks together — talks I’ve been wanting to have for ages, but maybe have been waiting for the right moment to have,” he said.Southern Charm airs Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET on Bravo.

Teddi Mellencamp is currently addressing her stance with estranged husband Edwin Arroyave following her filing for divorce last month. This significant life event has led her to share her experiences and perspectives on marriage, divorce, and parenting.

"Discovering the Path Through Divorce with Teddi Mellencamp"

Divorce and Its Complexities

On the first episode of her new podcast "Diamonds in the Rough" with former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills costar Erika Girardi, Mellencamp, 43, opened up about her marriage and divorce. Despite the separation and divorce after 13 years of marriage, she firmly believes that marrying Edwin and having children together is one of the best things she has ever done. Their three children, Slate, 12, Cruz, 10, and Dove, 4, are aware of the situation and are adjusting to the changes.During the podcast, Mellencamp explained that she and Edwin, 47, alternate leaving the house when the other one comes in and sleeps. She stays at Kyle Richards' home when Edwin is with the children. However, she emphasized that there is no ill will between them and they can be together for sporting events. She also mentioned that she doesn't want to place blame and is going through the highs and lows of the divorce process.

Lessons from Her Parents' Divorce

Mellencamp reflected on how her parents', John Mellencamp and Victoria Granucci's, divorce has influenced her approach to her own split. She described the mudslinging and the focus on pleasing others during her parents' divorce. Even 35 years later, she still asks her parents not to call her by the other person's name. She believes that children are smart and aware of their parents' moods, so she doesn't want to emphasize her own emotions during the divorce.

The Importance of Putting Children First

On Nov. 2, Mellencamp announced her separation in an Instagram post and emphasized the importance of putting their children first. She wrote that her priority is her children and ensuring their privacy and well-being during this new chapter. She also stated that making a public statement was difficult but necessary to protect her family from speculation and rumors.A week after her filing, Edwin responded to her petition and requested joint custody and blocked her ability to receive spousal support while awarding him the same. Despite the split, they planned to spend Thanksgiving together as a family.Throughout this process, Mellencamp is learning and growing, and she is determined to handle the divorce in a way that is best for her and her children. She is navigating the highs and lows with grace and determination, showing that even in the face of difficult circumstances, one can find strength and hope.