From Miss Lebanon to Miss Australia, up close with Real Housewife Nicole Gazal-O’Neil

““It took a long time for Lebanese-Australians to be proud to be Lebanese,” Nicole says. But for her, this wasn’t an issue.

She’s always been very proud to be Lebanese and she has, in turn, passed this pride on to her daughters, now teenagers, who she says also feel connected to their Lebanese heritage.

Nicole regularly shared this on the show. “To me it was very important that my authentic self came through, and so much of me is my heritage.””

— Olivia Bula for L'Orient Today

Homes to Love: Inside ‘The Real Housewives of Sydney’ star Nicole O’Neil’s grand-meets-cosy home

“For Swedish-Lebanese born star of The Real Housewives Of Sydney, Nicole O’Neil, hosting and homemaking come naturally. And although she has spent much of her life traversing the glove with her husband, Adam, and their two children, Neve and Nawal, it’s her home in Sydney’s east where she loves doing these things the most.

The self-described ‘impulsive’ and ‘passionate’ housewife and beauty brand entrepreneur tells of a home that is at once functional, impressive and relaxed, a place where she gathers with her tight-knit family and friends over a great TV show, a new baking recipe or simply just good food and drink.

We spoke to the glamorous Nicole about her equally glamorous life, how she spends her time in her Sydney pad, and what her future holds now that season 1 of The Real Housewives Of Sydney has wrapped.”

— Homes to Love

Altos Tequila Saves Christmas with the Real Housewives of Sydney

RHOS' Nicole O'Neil spills on why she didn't attend show's reunion

“Unfortunately, there was a clash of dates in regards to the reunion. There was never going to be a reunion, so it was only put into the schedule with two weeks’ notice. And I had a long-standing date in the diary that has been in the diary since February.

The producers, Binge, everybody was very well aware of that. And unfortunately, that must have been the only date that worked with everyone else. So you know, I unfortunately couldn’t attend because, you know, as I say, family always comes first.

I wish I could have attended the reunion because I’m not at all ashamed in any part about how I behaved, and I would be very happy to confront anyone who wants to discuss the show with me. I’m happy to answer anyone’s questions about situations or details, and I would have loved to have had my opportunity to defend myself and my position and my behavior. And unfortunately, that just wasn’t the case.”

— Nicole O'Neil

Escape.com.au: Inside my Suitcase

“My biggest packing mistake? Overpacking. Regardless of how much planning and prepping I do, I always seem to overpack. I tend to have this need to bring something for every conceivable scenario. You just never know when that ball gown will come in handy!”

— Nicole O'Neil

Read the full article at: Inside my Suitcase: The Real Housewives of Sydney

TV Week: Couch Confidential

We wrote an open letter to The Real Housewives of Sydney. They've responded.

“Nicole has had moments in her life where she’s been in and out of the workforce. “I’ve worked and I’ve also not worked and spent time with my kids. When I wasn’t working, I was giving time to the school, the parents association, or helping make costumes for a school play – there’s always something to do as a parent.”

She worked in the earlier years of her children’s lives but stopped working through her kids’ teen years. “I was much happier as a person when I was working. I had weekends away from my kids and long nights away. But when I was there, I was much happier because I was feeling satisfied with my day.”

Both women agree that whatever way women decide to raise their children, it should be their choice.

”Women are very quick to drag other women down,” Nicole said.

”I think having lived both sides of the coin, I feel very passionate about it because I can see both sides.” ”

— Tara Watson for Mamamia

Celebrity Gogglebox 2023

The O.G The Real Housewives Of Sydney stars Krissy Marsh and Nicole O’Neil have not only returned to our screens for the second season of the reality show but also for Celebrity Gogglebox Australia. 

The Kyle & Jackie O Show: Krissy Marsh and Nicole O’Neil

The Last Word: WHO Magazine

Nicole O’Neil returns to The Real Housewives of Sydney

“As one of only two original cast members to re-join The Real Housewives of Sydney ahead of its new season, Nicole O’Neil is ready to jump back in.

“When they first asked us to come back, it was very important about who the cast was,” Nicole told WHO ahead of the season premiere. “But I also really, really, wanted to make sure Krissy was involved. I wouldn’t do it without her and vice versa.”

As one of only two original cast members to re-join The Real Housewives of Sydney ahead of its new season, Nicole O’Neil is ready to jump back in.

“When they first asked us to come back, it was very important about who the cast was,” Nicole told WHO ahead of the season premiere. “But I also really, really, wanted to make sure Krissy was involved. I wouldn’t do it without her and vice versa.””

— Madison Scott

Real Housewives of Sydney stars Krissy Marsh and Nicole O’Neil on overcoming season one stigma

““I had to remind Krissy of how much fun we had during filming, and I think that’s what convinced her in the end. Life’s too short! Being one of seven women chosen to be a Real Housewife of Sydney? What an incredible opportunity! What an adventure!”

And Marsh vowed this season would be different, delving deeper into the women’s family lives and their actual, genuine friendships, rather than just conflict for the cameras.

Asked if they were prepared for The Real Housewives of Sydney to stick around a bit longer, second time around, O’Neil said they’d be taking the show “one season at a time.”

“All we know is we’re proud of our behaviour,” she said.”

— Nick Bond for news.com.au

Sydney socialites make a splash in the latest season of Real Housewives

“In season one in 2017, Nicole, 43, a former Miss Australia, was recognised for her appreciation of good manners – this season, she declares her “poise was definitely tested”.

“I saw sides of some of the women I didn’t agree with,” Nicole says. “Season two is super-fun and fabulous, but there are some spicy moments.””

— Lucy Croke, Now to Love

Read the full article at Sydney socialites make a splash in the latest season of Real Housewives

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How Nicole O'Neil Spends Christmas Day - News.com.au

See article here: How Nicole O’Neil Spends Christmas Day

“Christmas for me is about warm long balmy summer nights, the smell of gardenia in the air and the cicada’s singing in the evening.”

— Nicole O'Neil

BW Magazine - Saturday June 3rd, 2017

Night on the town! Real Housewives Of Sydney's Nicole O'Neil goes boho chic in paisley maxi dress at Mr G's Double Bay Launch - Daily Mail

“She’s the Real Housewife known for her beauty queen past.
But Real Housewives Of Sydney’s Nicole O’Neil channelled more hippy than pageant chic at Mr G’s launch at Double Bay Intercontinental on Tuesday night.
The event planner looked every bit the boho babe at the party, wearing a paisley maxi dress.”

— Hannah Paine, Daily Mail

Krissy Marsh says Housewives may impact her children's lives- Courier Mail 21/02/2017

“I am very much about hold your head high and be true to yourself and I think you have to have a thick skin.... I also want to teach my kids social responsibility.

We are a very open, close family and I spend all the time I have with the girls and I will notice if they are being affected by something”

— Nicole O'Neil

Nova 106.9 Brisbane Interview

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