Episode
Shahs of Sunset: The "Miracle" Baby
Overview
After moving into their new condo mid-renovation, MJ and Tommy butt heads with a feisty surprise neighbor. Asa reveals her “miracle” pregnancy to Reza and wonders how it will affect her ongoing feud with MJ. Newlyweds Adam and Reza play a game of tennis, and Reza is reminded that the ball isn't always in his court. Meanwhile, former train wreck GG is on a path to finding Zen and tries unconventional methods to get to a healthier place. As Mike hosts a housewarming party with the crew to celebrate his new chapter, Asa’s shocking pregnancy announcement forces MJ and Reza to face the crossroads in their own personal lives when it comes to starting families of their own.
Details
- Series
- Shahs of Sunset
- Season
- Season 6
- Episode
- Episode 1
- Air date
- 2017-07-16
- Runtime
- 43 min
Episode context
The "Miracle" Baby is Episode 1 in Season 6 of Shahs of Sunset. It aired on 2017-07-16. The runtime is 43 min.
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Episode 7: You Got Sherv'd
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