To be seen, people don’t relocate to Boerne.
One of the most sought-after suburbs for anyone wishing to reside close to one of America’s fastest-growing cities is the wealthy Texas Hill Country hamlet north of San Antonio.
Rich ranchers, wealthy retirees, and even country music royalty looking for a more sedate life away from the spotlight are drawn to Boerne because of its expansive ranches, gated enclaves, and picture-perfect small town charm.
Even Uber drivers and delivery services are prohibited from entering some of its most upscale districts due to the great value placed on privacy.
Because of this, the announcement by reality TV behemoth Bravo that filming is under way on a new show set in the town, which promises to disclose fly-on-the-wall “secrets, lies, and forbidden romances,” has sparked such a frenzy among locals.
The Daily Mail was informed by locals that they are afraid the reality program will disclose “dirty laundry” and attract the kind of attention that many people relocate to avoid.
In fact, more than 800 people have already signed an online petition against the series, which debuted last month and is tantalizingly named Secrets, Lies, Texas Wives.
The petition states, “Reality TV shows like [this] have gained notoriety for excessively amplifying personal dramas, romanticizing conflicts, and projecting skewed realities to the public.”
Locals are outraged that the show will give them a glimpse behind the gates of a home at the extremely private Cordillera Ranch.
Ashlee Nichols, who is thought to be a member of the Bravo cast, poses for a picture of her ensemble.
😏 @Aaryn Williams @Paige Smith @liz.beelman @Landry.injector.RN @Annari Uys @Sigma Mom #momsoftiktok #texasmomtok #southtexasmomtok #queentexas I can’t even tell us apart anymore.Some people may find such programming amusing, but it runs the risk of destroying the entire fabric of the places it chooses to depict—in this case, the lovely town of Boerne, Texas. We have to speak out against this distortion of our cherished town.
On May 11, Bravo revealed the series.
The network stated that cameras will follow a group of “glamorous women as they raise families, run businesses, and manage ranches in the Texas Hill Country,” though no specifics have been made public.
Additionally, viewers are offered an intimate glimpse into their friendships, marriages, and “forbidden romances.”
Ashlee Nichols, one of the women rumored to be on the show, resides in the ultra-exclusive Cordillera Ranch neighborhood, which is home to celebrities like country music star George Strait. “The cheapest home in there is $2 million,” a well-known mother who wished to remain anonymous told the Daily Mail. “It’s a big deal to live there.” The fact that the show will broadcast their personal problems has all the mothers furious.
Aaryn Williams, a 35-year-old married mother of four, resides outside of San Antonio in Boerne, Texas, on a $2 million ranch.
a home on Cordillera Ranch. Ridesharing cars are prohibited because the location is so posh.
According to locals, Cordillera Ranch is so protective of residents that many delivery services and rideshare drivers are not allowed past the main gates.
That’s why Bravo’s presence is so shocking to the show’s critics.The idea that these women would appear on television is completely outrageous, according to a Boerne insider. “There are a lot of irate wealthy people, but there are also a lot of irate country people.”
In a statement released on May 13, Boerne City Manager Ben Thatcher said, “I want to acknowledge the concern we have heard from residents.” The play produced such a commotion that the city was compelled to issue a statement claiming it had nothing to do with the production. Because so little is currently known about the project, we may understand that worry. Boerne is much more than a plot. Families, neighborhoods, small businesses, churches, volunteers, public employees, and others who put in daily effort to make Boerne a unique place make up this true community.
Many locals concurred, as evidenced by the response in online forums: “Instead, Boerne is already full of Cowboy Cosplayers.” One local commented, “What a s***hole it’s become.” “The show will ruin the town’s reputation.” Money won’t come from it. Another said, “This will be Boerne’s reputation.”
“Boerne was done for a long time ago,” stated a third. Not much more than a bedroom community of city dwellers who introduced us to urban issues.
The town, pronounced Bur-nee, is well-known in the area for its expansive rural estates and charming Main Street eateries that pay tribute to its German ancestry.
Some locals, who claimed the show may increase tourist and raise already skyrocketing housing prices, welcomed the possibility of fresh national attention.
Nichols, 40, has more than 721,000 Instagram followers and is a mother of three.
Aaryn Williams and her spouse, Nate Williams, in a photo
Although Bravo has not yet made an official cast announcement, a second woman who is rumored to be involved seemed to confirm her participation when she addressed detractors on social media.
“I would be miserable like the townspeople if I listened to what they are saying and doing,” Aaryn Williams wrote on social media.
Williams, a 35-year-old married mother of four, resides near Boerne on a $2 million ranch.
She may have to justify racist and homophobic remarks she made more than ten years ago on another reality program because she has more than 349,000 Instagram followers.
Williams, then known as Aaryn Gries, made an appearance on Big Brother Season 15 in 2013. “Be careful what you say in the dark.” Regarding a black cast member, she remarked, “Might not be able to see the b***h.”
Williams said, “Shut up,” referring to an Asian roommate. Go prepare some rice.
William said, “No one’s going to vote for whoever that queer puts up,” in reference to a gay cast member.
Before being married in 2013, Williams went as Aaryn Gries. She responds when the presenter of Big Brother questions her about racial remarks made on the reality show.
A view of establishments on Main Street in Boerne, Texas, where locals have rebelled after finding out that Bravo is filming a new reality program with some of their neighbors
Williams first denied uttering the remarks when the host of the show questioned her about them during her exit interview.
In 2013, she stated, “I do not remember saying those things.”
She ultimately apologized after the live audience made fun of her. Williams, who was 22 at the time, said, “I feel horrible,” admitting that she was aware that she was being filmed and shown continuously.
I believe that in Texas, we occasionally make jokes and say things that we don’t really mean. I feel terrible that this is how people perceive me and how I’ve come across to them. I don’t want to appear like that.
The Daily Mail reached out to Williams, but she did not reply.
Additionally, Bravo and the two production companies involved in the upcoming show have been contacted for comment.
