Mary Bonnet, a long-standing figure on the popular real estate reality series, has opened up about the profound challenges of the program’s latest season. Describing it as a period of significant upheaval, she revealed the intense personal and professional toll the filming took.
According to Bonnet, the season was marked by heightened emotions, shifting alliances, and external crises, including a series of wildfires and a break-in at her own home. She emphasized that the constant interpersonal conflicts affected not just the cast’s morale but also their core business. “This behavior does not look professional,” she stated, noting that she has lost real estate deals because clients were put off by the on-screen theatrics. “We have this unique platform, and if we focused on positivity, it could be amazing.”
The season introduced new cast dynamics, with Bonnet expressing particular enthusiasm for a new colleague, whom she praised for bringing positive energy and humor. As one of the original cast members, she took on a mentorship role, especially during the chaotic market conditions exacerbated by natural disasters. “This is a really hard time,” she explained, comparing the current climate to the 2008 housing crisis. “It’s going to take a lot of patience and effort.”
Despite the turmoil, Bonnet confirmed she remains with the brokerage—for now. Her continued involvement, however, is conditional. “I am not going to go through this over and over again,” she declared. “The dynamic has to change. I am all about positivity… and it gets to me.” She made a concerted effort to handle the season better, which included giving up alcohol and avoiding social media to protect her mental well-being.
Bonnet also addressed the production of the season’s reunion special, suggesting that edited footage created confusion and frustration among the cast. “It was pure chaos,” she said of the lengthy filming process. The residual anxiety from the break-in at her home further compounded her stress, leaving her emotionally strained.
Looking ahead, her future on the show is uncertain and hinges on the general atmosphere. “I’m not interested in being part of something super, super negative,” she asserted. While she values her friendships with most of the cast and desires good relationships, she has drawn a firm boundary. “I’m not going to mess up my mindset because other people can’t get along. I am going to focus on myself.”
Ultimately, Bonnet’s reflections paint a picture of a professional at a crossroads, weighing the benefits of a global platform against the very real cost of the drama it generates.
