Top 10 Southern Charm Feuds Ranked: Relive the Drama

The reality show Southern Charm quickly captivated Bravo viewers with its portrayal of the close relationships and dramatic conflicts among Charleston, South Carolina’s social scene. The show gave audiences a glimpse into the lives of its colorful cast and Southern living, but it also revealed that life wasn’t always idyllic beneath the charming exterior.

The show featured a diverse group of people – different ages, backgrounds, and social statuses. Despite their contrasting lives, they came together through thick and thin, making it one of Bravo’s most popular reality series.

The cast of Southern Charm has a really strong connection, which makes their conflicts incredibly captivating. Now in its eleventh season, the show delivers some of the most memorable drama on Bravo.

10. Thomas Ravenel Vs. Patricia Altschul

I’ve been watching Thomas and Patricia for a long time, and they always seemed to try and set the tone as the most seasoned cast members. They’re both really well-known and respected figures here in Charleston. They definitely had their ups and downs on Southern Charm – I remember some tense dinner parties! – but things really blew up when Thomas stopped being on the show after season six. It was hard to watch their friendship fall apart like that.

Patricia switched sides and started openly supporting Kathryn Dennis, Thomas’s former partner, during her fight to maintain custody of her children. This angered Thomas, who responded with a series of angry posts on social media. He accused Patricia of using his private legal troubles for the show’s drama, even though he wasn’t currently involved in the program.

Sources say Patricia blocked him because she believed he wasn’t being truthful about Kathryn’s private life. Because much of their conflict happened away from the cameras, it’s considered a more significant disagreement.

9. Taylor Ann Green Vs. Shep Rose (And Olivia Flowers)

Taylor Ann Green and Shep Rose were together for two years, but they eventually split up because Taylor wanted a more serious commitment than Shep was ready to make.

Taylor discovered Shep had been unfaithful to her throughout their relationship. In response, she flirted with his friend, Austen Kroll. This created a complicated situation because Austen had previously dated Taylor’s best friend, Olivia Flowers. A relationship between Taylor and Austen would have hurt both Shep and Olivia.

Taylor and Austen agreed to just be friends, but Taylor continued to criticize Shep whenever she could. She was upset by his actions and remained guarded around him. Since Taylor left the show, their conflict quickly faded and didn’t last as long as other disagreements.

8. Austen Kroll Vs. Jarrett “JT” Thomas

I remember when JT joined Southern Charm – he didn’t stick around for long, just two seasons before deciding it wasn’t for him. But even in that short time, he and Austen really butted heads. There was definitely some tension there!

When JT became part of the show, he was attracted to Taylor Ann Green, who had previously been on the series. After Taylor ended her relationship with Shep, JT confessed his feelings to her, but she didn’t feel the same way.

Instead, she revealed she had feelings for Shep’s friend, Austen. Austen didn’t want to betray the friendship code and risk his relationship with Shep, so he didn’t act on his feelings for her. They did share a kiss, though. This made Justin feel insecure, and he started picking fights that didn’t make much sense to those watching. He worried Austen was taking advantage of Taylor when she was feeling vulnerable and didn’t want them to spend time together.

Austen and JT had a contentious relationship, clashing repeatedly over the course of two seasons and several reunion shows. When the eleventh season began, JT left the show, and they never resolved their differences.

7. Craig Conover Vs. Shep Rose

The conflict between Craig and Shep, much like the one between Shep and Austen, is complicated and unfolds over time. In the show’s earlier seasons, Craig was still trying to decide on a career path. Shep didn’t approve of this, and he often criticized Craig for what he saw as a lack of drive and motivation.

Craig criticized Shep for pointing out his flaws, even though Craig’s own yard was messy. Shep, who came from a wealthy family and hadn’t had to work for his money, also had a history of difficult relationships.

Craig discovered a love for sewing that unexpectedly turned into a very successful business. This changed how Shep saw him; instead of criticizing Craig’s dedication, Shep started to feel envious. As Craig became more mature and successful, it made Shep uneasy. While they’re on better terms now, their different ways of life still make it hard for them to become close friends.

6. Shep Rose Vs. Austen Kroll

The conflict between Shep and Austen wasn’t caused by one big event, but rather by years of little things building up until their friendship finally fell apart.

Shep brought Austen onto the show in season four, presenting him as a college buddy. Similar to Shep, Austen was tall, funny, and known for dating a lot of women. But their friendship quickly started to fall apart after Shep introduced him to the group.

Shep seemed a little jealous of Austen, mainly because they both had feelings for the same women – Chelsea Meissner and Madison LeCroy. While both men were interested in Chelsea, she actually preferred Austen, which caused friction between Shep and Austen, and led Shep to act superior.

After Austen and Madison moved, Shep consistently predicted their relationship wouldn’t last and held a grudge. Now in season 11 of the show, Shep and Austen have become better friends and worked through their issues. Despite this improvement, Shep still tends to look down on Austen’s choices regarding his life and money.

5. Kathryn Dennis Vs. Landon Clements

Kathryn and Thomas were in a very unstable relationship that caused a lot of drama, and it started to affect their friends. The group found it difficult to stay out of their frequent fights and arguments.

Kathryn and Landon weren’t particularly close, and things became strained when Landon started pursuing Thomas. Both Kathryn and Thomas were single, but they still felt protective of each other. Landon tried to remain friendly with Kathryn while also showing interest in Thomas, but Kathryn didn’t reciprocate those feelings. She felt Landon didn’t respect her role as the mother of Thomas’s children, which left her feeling alone.

Okay, so here’s the deal: Landon told Thomas she didn’t see him as anything more than a friend, but honestly, it really bothered Kathryn. Thomas was clearly into Landon, and Kathryn couldn’t stand how close they were getting. By the time they all reunited, these two women hadn’t even begun to understand each other. Landon thought Kathryn was just jealous, while Kathryn felt like Landon was constantly belittling her. It was a really messy situation, and they just couldn’t see eye-to-eye.

Landon quickly left the show, and she and Thomas didn’t pursue a romantic relationship. Despite the ongoing drama and their difficulty moving past strong feelings, their conflict was surprisingly compelling.

4. Craig Conover Vs. Austen Kroll

A highlight of Southern Charm is the close, but often complicated, friendship between Shep, Austen, and Craig. They’re like brothers who constantly bicker, which makes for great reality television.

Craig and Austen grew close after Austen started working on the show, but their friendship always had a competitive edge. They often clashed over things like romantic interests, money, and career prospects.

They teamed up to start a podcast called Pillows & Beer—a nod to Craig’s pillow business and Austen’s beer company. Unfortunately, disagreements about how to work and what the podcast should be about eventually led to its downfall and made it unreliable for listeners.

Craig and Austen’s friendship became strained when Craig started dating Paige DeSorbo, who was previously on Summer House. Austen believed Paige had become different, and Craig thought Austen was simply envious of their relationship. As Craig and Paige’s careers both took off, Austen grew increasingly resentful. Now that both are single in season 11, they’re trying to repair their friendship, but old feelings still haven’t completely disappeared.

3. Madison LeCroy Vs. Austen Kroll (And Craig Conover)

Madison and Austen’s relationship was incredibly dramatic, like something you’d see on a reality show. They were deeply involved with each other, but constantly struggled to make things work. Accusations of cheating and disapproval from their friends plagued the relationship. After dating for two years, they finally broke up for good.

Their relationship ended amidst a bitter fight, fueled by accusations of infidelity and a complete breakdown of trust. Things reached a peak during the reunion show for season 7, with tensions running incredibly high and other people from the show getting drawn into the drama.

During the season 7 reunion of Southern Charm, Craig Conover publicly accused Madison of interfering in a marriage after she admitted to exchanging messages with a married professional baseball player. What began as a disagreement between Craig and Madison quickly escalated, drawing in their friends and creating a larger conflict. Craig’s strong support of Austen during the drama actually brought them closer as friends.

After a very emotional fallout involving accusations of infidelity, most viewers supported Austen during her split. Now in the show’s eleventh season, things have calmed down – Madison has gotten married, and the two are now friendly. However, their breakup remains one of the most memorable and dramatic in the show’s history.

2. Thomas Ravenel Vs. Kathryn Dennis

Thomas and Kathryn had a complicated and often explosive relationship. They were initially attracted to each other – Thomas was captivated by Kathryn’s looks, and she was drawn to his accomplishments, despite the significant age difference of 29 years.

Their relationship began intensely, with a lot of affection at first, but quickly became troubled by mistrust and unfulfilled commitments. They briefly separated during the first season, but reconciled when she discovered she was pregnant. After having two children, they admitted the relationship wasn’t sustainable and decided to permanently separate. The split led to a difficult and contentious fight over their children, accusations of substance abuse, and attempts to control each other.

Kathryn faced intense public scrutiny due to Thomas’s wealth and influence in Charleston. Even after their relationship ended on the show, she struggled with the thought of co-parenting with him. Ultimately, Kathryn decided to leave Southern Charm to prioritize her well-being and mental health.

Their relationship was incredibly public and created a lot of drama, making it one of the most talked-about on Bravo. Despite being messy, it was undeniably good reality television.

1. Kathryn Dennis Vs. Ashley Jacobs

Kathryn Dennis and Ashley Jacobs were famously at odds on Bravo, largely due to their shared connection with Thomas Ravenel. This complicated relationship made it impossible for them to become friends.

By season 5, Kathryn and Thomas had been together for years and shared two children, but their romantic relationship had ended, and they were simply co-parents. Thomas then started dating Ashley Jacobs, who quickly caused drama within the group with her hurtful comments and by pushing Thomas away from his friends.

Because Kathryn would always be a part of Thomas’s life as the mother of his children, Ashley felt protective and insecure. This led her to criticize Kathryn, both for their past relationship and for Kathryn’s own mental health challenges.

Kathryn usually responded quickly to conflict, but she remained surprisingly calm during Ashley’s angry outbursts, which meant most of their arguments weren’t really a two-way exchange. The situation became particularly bad when Ashley attacked Kathryn’s role as a mother, cruelly telling her she was simply an egg donor for Thomas.

One of the most upsetting moments on Southern Charm happened when the group supported Kathryn through a difficult time. Soon after, Ashley and Thomas’s relationship ended, and Ashley didn’t stay on the show for long because she repeatedly confronted Kathryn in public.

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