Over the past 10 weeks, fans of the Real Housewives franchise have been captivated by the drama, laughter, and unexpected romances in The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip – South Africa. The all-star cast featured iconic housewives like Beverley Steyn, Christall Kay, LaConco, Lethabo Lejoy Mathatho, Liz Prins, Londie London, Melany Viljoen, and Nonku Williams. Viewers were treated to everything they love about the Housewives: heated arguments, heartwarming friendships, and even island romances when Christall and Nonku found partners in Jamaica.
Amidst all the glitz and drama, one unexpected star emerged: Alton Bent, the Jamaican man tasked with taking care of the housewives. Alton not only managed to keep the ladies in check but also got swept up in the whirlwind of emotions and chaos. Showmax caught up with Alton to get an insider’s perspective on his experience with Africa’s most iconic housewives.
Reflecting on his time with the housewives, Alton shared that it was a wonderful feeling to work among such strong and powerful women. Initially, he thought the ladies were quite mean due to their constant bickering, but one-on-one interactions revealed their genuinely nice personalities. He mentioned that all the housewives were kind to him, especially Nonku, Christall, Mel, and Liz.
Working with the housewives taught Alton valuable lessons about being stern and assertive. “If you want anything done, you must be stern. So I learned to be more stern and mean what I say because, if you do not do that, they are just going to walk all over your head,” he noted.
Fans often wonder if the drama seen on screen is real, and Alton confirmed that everything viewers saw genuinely happened. He likened the experience to being in a movie due to its dramatic nature. Despite the intensity, Alton has kept in touch with several housewives, including Lethabo, Mel, Liz, Christall, and Nonku.
Interestingly, Nonku was the only housewife to tip Alton, generously giving him $20. While each housewife had moments of being difficult, Alton handled them with grace and o.
Alton’s newfound fame in Africa has been a thrilling experience for him. Although he hasn’t watched the show, the positive feedback on social media has been overwhelming. He hopes to visit South Africa and reconnect with the ladies in the future. Alton also took the backlash in stride, expecting it after spending just a few days with the housewives.
In his parting message to the housewives, Alton praised their uniqueness and encouraged them to continue being extraordinary. He reminded them not to let everything they hear get them worked up.
As the season wraps up, it’s clear that The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip – South Africa has left an indelible mark on fans. The laughter, the tears, and the unforgettable moments have made for a season that will be remembered for years to come. Alton Bent’s journey with Africa’s most iconic housewives has only just begun, and fans can’t wait to see what’s next.
Showmax caught up with Alton Bent, the man who was tasked with taking care of the ladies in Jamaica on #UltimateGirlsTripSA
“What was it like being around Africa's most iconic housewives?”
Alton: It was a wonderful feeling to work among these ladies. I really enjoyed myself. pic.twitter.com/o5Fzrtc1sr
— Pop Pulse (@PopPulseSA) July 31, 2024Alton Banks reveals that out of all the ladies, Nonku Williams was the only one to give him a tip. #UltimateGirlsTripSA pic.twitter.com/bkDTwdzgzc
— Pop Pulse (@PopPulseSA) July 31, 2024
