Garcelle Beauvais promises to keep shining — even without a Bravo diamond.
Hours before The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills aired its season 14 finale, Garcelle, 58, announced she was leaving the series after five years.
“I’ve decided to leave Beverly Hills,” she said in a video posted via Instagram on Tuesday, March 25. “It’s been a wild ride. I mean, some amazing things have happened, and some hard things have also happened, but it’s been a ride nevertheless.”
While she wants to spend more time with her youngest sons Jaid and Jax, both 17, as they begin their final year of high school, Garcelle also has her hands full with other opportunities.
Related: Former ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Stars: Where Are They Now?
While some Real Housewives of Beverly Hills stars have been a part of the Bravo hit since season 1 — looking at you, Kyle Richards — others have proved that diamonds aren’t forever. The sixth installment in the Real Housewives franchise was announced in March 2010 and aired its first season seven months later. At the […]
“I have the most exciting projects that I am developing, producing and acting in,” she said. “I can’t tell you anything right now, but you’ll know soon.”
As viewers prepare to say farewell to Garcelle in a shocking three-part reunion special, keep reading to see how the cast is reacting to her exit:
Sutton Stracke
After making their debuts on RHOBH in 2020 during season 10, Sutton, 53, and Garcelle developed a strong friendship that lasted through four seasons.
“Congratulations to your next chapter,” Sutton wrote in the comments section of her costar’s announcement post. “Can’t wait to see what’s up your sleeve. Nothing but greatness. This I know. 😽💗💗💗.”
Jennifer Tilly
Although season 14 was her first year working with Garcelle, Jennifer, 66, couldn’t hide her sadness that her new friend was leaving the show.
“Oh my God! Garcelle, we will really miss you!” she wrote in the comments section. “You brought so much integrity and warmth and humor to the franchise.”
Bozoma Saint John
While appearing on the March 25 episode of Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, Boz, 48, alluded to tension between Garcelle and her costars at the RHOBH season 14 reunion.
“I am disappointed that she is departing like this,” she told Andy Cohen. “I wish that she would have stuck around to work [it] out another season.”
Erika Jayne
During her appearance on WWHL with Boz, Erika, 53, said she wasn’t surprised by Garcelle’s announcement.
“We’ve known that she’s quit for two weeks. We knew this,” the “Pretty Mess” singer said. “She did not take the cast photo with us [at the reunion], which is a clear indication that, ‘I am leaving.’”
Kathy Hilton
Kathy, 66, seemingly addressed Garcelle’s announcement when she shared a fan site’s reaction to the news.
Kyle Richards’ sister reposted @BravoHousewives’ Instagram Story that said, “You’ll be missed Garcelle.” For emotional impact, Kathy added Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth’s “See You Again” song to the background.
Related: Rewatch the Most Memorable ‘Real Housewives’ Reunion Moments of All Time
Birds! Fighting! And … systematic bullying? From Teresa Giudice shoving Andy Cohen during The Real Housewives of New Jersey season 2 reunion to a bird attacking the set of The Real Housewives of Orange County’s season 7 reunion, Us Weekly is revisiting the most memorable Real Housewives reunion moments. Attack of the Bird In addition to birds […]
Camille Grammer
After helping launch RHOBH in 2010, Camille, 56, has remained a frequent guest of the show. She expressed support for Garcelle’s decision on social media.
“The show will not be the same without you,” she wrote in the comments section. “You are beautiful inside and out. A class act always. You will be missed. Congrats on your new venture! Wishing you so much success.”
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills airs on Bravo Tuesdays at 8 p.m ET. Stream old episodes anytime on Peacock.
Read the full article here
