A REAL Housewives of Orange County alum is set to return to the reality series after Noella Bergener and Dr. Jen Armstrong’s sudden exit.
More casting information has been confirmed as the series has undergone a major shakeup.
A Real Housewives of Orange County alum is returning to the set for the new season[/caption]
Tamra Judge is returning to the cast of RHOC for the show’s 17th season[/caption]
Tamra Judge, 54, is returning to the cast of the 17th season of RHOC following her stint on Ultimate Girls’ Trip.
An insider told Page Six: “Tamra is thrilled to come back to the show, especially after feeling the fan love from her stint on ‘Ultimate Girls Trip.
“She can’t wait to get back in the mix on RHOC and see how she can shake up the dynamic.”
A second source close to Tamra also told the outlet that the next installment of the reality show will “revolve around Tamra.”
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Tamra was fired from the Bravo series in 2020 after 12 years.
However, Tamra herself confirmed she is back on the series when she took to her Instagram Stories to slam Real Housewives of New York alum Jill Zarin for revealing the news.
“Hey guys, I have a big announcement: Jill is the thirstiest b**ch I have ever met,” Tamra shared.
Earlier in the day, Jill broke the news in a since-deleted live stream that Tamra would be returning.
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“… And Tamra’s coming back and my friend Vicki’s not happy,” Jill shared.
Vicki Gunvalson is Tamra’s former rival and cast mate,
The Sun has reached out to Tamra’s agent for comment.
Tamra recently slammed the series as “inauthentic” and “unbelievable” despite describing her firing from the show as “like a death” in a heartbreaking Instagram live.
RHOC SHAKEUP
News of Tamra’s possible return comes shortly after two cast mates shockingly announced they were leaving the show.
Noella, 36, shared on her Instagram Story: “After a wild season of ups and downs, I will not be returning to the Real Housewives of Orange County.”
She also thanked fans for “all the love during quite possibly the hardest year of my life.”
Noella concluded: “I look forward to brighter skies ahead, and can’t wait to share what’s next.”
Dr. Jen also post on Instagram: “I loved opening up about being a working mom on Real Housewives of Orange County. I am so grateful to have had the privilege to talk about my father, my kids, and a real modern relationship on national television.
“My family and my work are the most important aspects of my life, so I am stepping away from RHOC and focusing on them.”
Jen and Ryne Holliday- who are now separated– share three kids: twins Vera and Vince, 10, and sons Robert, nine.
The TV star added: “Thank you to everyone who has reached out in support- especially from the working moms. Women can really have it all if you work for it…
“I am forever grateful for the friends I made, and the lovely people at Bravo and Evolution media. Here’s to the next chapter, and I hope you’ll follow along for the journey.”
“There are so many exciting things to come, so stay tuned,” she concluded.
‘WE’LL MISS YOU’
Fans were quick to react to Jen’s post as one wrote: “Will miss you on the show! Thank you for opening your life to us.”
Another added: “I wish you nothing but the best. It’s time for you to living your life…”
Viewers also shared messages on Noella’s latest social media post and wrote: “We’ll miss you!”
“Ugh, I’m so upset you won’t be back!” a heartbroken fan said.
Both stars joined the cast in 2016.
IN WITH THE OLD?
Before Tamra’s casting was confirmed, RadarOnline reported the star along with her cast mate Alexis Bellino, 45, were hoping to return to the series.
The cast may not be done with its revolving door as back in May rumors swirled that Gina Kirstchneiter, 37, could be demoted from a main cast member to a “friend.”
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However, Gina herself dismissed the chatter among Bravo-fanatics as “rumors, rumors.”
RHOC has yet to announce a season 17 premiere date as fans stay tuned for more casting updates.
The casting news comes as Noella Bergener announced she is leaving the show[/caption]
Housewife Dr. Jen Armstrong also announced she will not be a part of the 17th season[/caption]
