Florence Pugh, known for her role as Yelena Belova in the Marvel universe, revealed her top picks for Real Housewives who could take on superheroes, highlighting her fandom and sharp opinions during a recent event. When asked which Real Housewives could fit into the Marvel realm, Pugh named Lisa Rinna and Erika Jayne, both from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, sparking an enthusiastic response from fans and media alike and adding to ongoing discussions linking reality TV stars with comic book heroics.
Pugh Picks Lisa Rinna and Erika Jayne As Marvel-Worthy Housewives
Florence Pugh surprised many by demonstrating her deep appreciation for the Real Housewives franchise during a red carpet interview. Attending Bravo BravoCon while promoting the Marvel film “Thunderbolts,” which stars her alongside Sebastian Stan as Winter Soldier and Wyatt Russell as U.S. Agent, Pugh was asked about her opinions on the crossover potential between the franchises.
“@enews Who knew Florence Pugh was such a big fan of the “Real Housewives” franchise? Bravo BravoCon ♬ original sound – E! News – E! News” – E! News
When E! News inquired,
“Which Housewife do you think could take on the Marvel Universe?”
Pugh instantly answered “Erika Jayne” and, without missing a beat, added Lisa Rinna to her list. She confidently supported her selections, and the interviewer agreed especially with Rinna being a unique choice. Pugh specifically praised Lisa, explaining her reasoning.

Lisa Rinna Receives High Praise from Pugh
According to Florence Pugh, “She is a superhero,” making clear that Lisa Rinna stood out as someone strong enough for the Marvel Universe. She elaborated on her reasoning with genuine admiration:
“Lisa Rinna is a superhero. She’s like a female Bowie.”
– Florence Pugh, Marvel Actress
This comment aligned with many Real Housewives fans, who rallied in support of Pugh’s view that Rinna, in particular, could stand her ground even against mighty Marvel foes. Some even joked that Lisa Rinna could “take down Thanos singlehandedly,” demonstrating the intensity of support for her as a formidable personality.
Fans and Bravo Share Their Reactions
The choices by Florence Pugh sparked varied reactions across the fanbase. While many agreed wholeheartedly with Rinna and Jayne as strong contenders, some contributed other names. One popular suggestion was Dorinda Medley, especially “after two martinis.” Others named Lisa Vanderpump, Nene Leakes, and Luann de Lesseps as worthy additions to a fantasized superhero team-up.
Fans also engaged in light-hearted speculation about which Housewives would make ideal Marvel villains. Names such as Phaedra Parks, Teresa Giudice, and Jen Shah emerged among the viewers’ picks, showing how much fun fans have blending the drama of reality TV with comic book spectacle.
Bravo’s official account showed appreciation for Florence, noting her readiness and quick wit:
“Our girl had that answer ready to go!”
– Bravo, Official Account
The Marvel-Housewives Connection Continues to Entertain
Pugh’s remarks highlight how the energy and personalities that make shows like The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills successful also lend themselves to playful “what if” crossover talk, especially among Marvel fans. The series itself, featuring fan favorites such as Lisa Rinna and Erika Jayne, can be streamed on Peacock, keeping the excitement alive for both Marvel and Housewives enthusiasts. As Florence Pugh continues to promote Thunderbolts, her fun crossover takes keep both fandoms buzzing and spark new debates about which reality stars could thrive amongst superheroes.
