The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City just crossed into historic territory.
Angie Katsanevas is heading to Capitol Hill. And she is not there for a photo op.
The Bravo star is set to testify before Congress, becoming the first Real Housewife ever to formally speak before lawmakers.
Yes, really.
Sources say Angie will testify on behalf of the International Franchise Association, using her real world experience as a franchise owner to push for stronger support for small business owners.
Why Angie Katsanevas Is Testifying
This is not about reality TV drama.
It is about business.
Angie owns the hair salon brand Lunatic Fringe, which has grown to nine franchise locations nationwide. She plans to speak directly about franchising as a pathway to success.
Sources say Angie sees franchise ownership as the American Dream in action, especially for women and immigrants.
That message hits close to home.
Her parents immigrated from Greece. Angie believes franchising creates independence, ownership, and generational opportunity.
And she plans to say it loudly.
Angie Katsanevas is taking her Real Housewives spotlight straight to Capitol Hill … 'cause TMZ has learned she'll testify before Congress on supporting franchise businesses tied to her expanding salon franchises.
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A First For The Housewives Universe
No Real Housewives star has ever testified before Congress in an official capacity.
That changes now.
While Bravo personalities have brushed Washington before, this moment stands apart. Lisa Vanderpump previously addressed Congress to lobby against the Yulin Dog Meat Festival. But she did not testify as a business advocate.
Angie’s appearance blends pop culture, entrepreneurship, and public policy in a way the franchise has never seen.
This is not a cameo. This is history.
Not Just A TV Star With A Platform
Sources say this move was Angie’s idea from the start.
She did not wait for an invite. She stepped forward.
She plans to advocate hard for franchisees, calling them proof that success does not require privilege. Just opportunity.
From reality TV to real legislation, Angie is proving she is more than a Housewife with a tagline.
This is a power move.
And Washington is about to hear it.
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