Southern Charm and Southern Hospitality, two beloved reality TV shows, are making a triumphant return to Bravo with their latest seasons. According to Nielsen data, Southern Charm Season 9 is enjoying its highest viewership in four years, capturing the hearts of millions of viewers nationwide. With an average of 2.1 million views per episode, the season has witnessed a remarkable 21% surge compared to Season 8. Additionally, in the coveted 18-49 demographic, Season 9 has attracted an average of 1 million viewers, reflecting an impressive 27% increase from the previous season.
The series finale episode, which aired on January 4, proved to be a monumental success, becoming the most-watched episode of Southern Charm across all platforms in the last four years. With an astonishing 2.3 million viewers in the seven-day viewing period (including 1.1 million from the 18-49 demographic), the show demonstrated its unwavering popularity. Adding to its triumph, Southern Charm also claimed victory in the streaming realm, achieving a new series high in Peacock viewership for Part 1 of the Season 9 reunion. In this seven-day window, the episode garnered an impressive 2.3 million viewers. While Part 2 of the reunion has yet to release its 7-day viewership data since its airing on January 18, expectations are high.
While Southern Charm fans wait for its return, Southern Hospitality is captivating viewers with its second season. The show, which currently garners an average of 982,000 total viewers across platforms during the seven-day viewing window, has quickly become a fan favorite. Approximately half a million of these viewers belong to the desired 18-49 demographic, making it evident that the show’s appeal spans across various age groups.
In terms of viewership, both linear TV and streaming have witnessed significant gains. On Peacock, Southern Hospitality Season 2’s total viewership has skyrocketed by an astounding 103% compared to Season 1. Furthermore, linear TV viewership has grown by a commendable 12% in total viewers during the seven-day period. These numbers showcase the show’s ability to captivate and entertain viewers across multiple platforms, solidifying it as one of Bravo’s top-rated programs.
Both Southern Charm and Southern Hospitality owe their success to the talented team behind the scenes. Haymaker East serves as the production company for both shows, with a group of experienced executive producers at the helm. For Southern Charm, Aaron Rothman, Josh Halpert, Jessica Chesler, Thomas Kelly, Erin Foye, Simonette Rossi, Shannon Wilson, Whitney Sudler-Smith, Bryan Kestner, Jason Weinberg, and Jason Newman lead the production team. As for Southern Hospitality, Aaron Rothman, Josh Halpert, Jessica Chesler, Alexandra Faccinto, Bill Langworthy, and Erin Foye take charge, with Jesse Light as the co-executive producer. Additionally, Leva Bonaparte and Lamar Bonaparte join as executive producers, lending their expertise to ensure the show’s continued success.
The Future Looks Bright
With the overwhelming success of Southern Charm Season 9 and the rising popularity of Southern Hospitality Season 2, the future looks promising for Bravo. These shows have proven their enduring appeal, captivating audiences across the nation. As viewers eagerly await the return of Southern Charm and continue to tune in to Southern Hospitality, the shows are bound to maintain their stronghold as staples in the Bravo lineup. Make sure to mark your calendars and catch new episodes of Southern Charm every Thursday at 9 p.m., as the captivating journey continues.