After entertaining fans for eight years, Lisa Rinna gets candid about the real reason her journey with The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills has ended.
Lisa Rinna left Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, and there are a few explanations behind her departure. In 1988, the 60-year-old Californian beauty began her acting career. But she didn’t actually make her reality TV debut until the middle of the 2010s, when she joined RHOBH. Lisa first appeared in season 4 as a visitor, making a brief appearance at Kyle Richards’ major fashion presentation. She became a lead star in season 5 after joining the main cast a year earlier. From 2014 until 2022, the middle-aged actress was a cast member of RHOBH, providing viewers with countless unforgettable experiences.
From RHOBH season 5, there is a scene that has become iconic for Lisa. When Kim began abusing Kyle, the well-known model and the rest of the cast were in Amsterdam. Lisa became enraged at this transgression and told Kim that her attitude was unacceptable. After that, Kim got even by bringing up Lisa’s husband in the conversation, almost starting a full-fledged fight. Lisa most recently got into a confrontation with rookie Sutton Stracke. The ladies got into a heated argument about each other’s behavior during season 12 of RHOBH. Lisa became so enraged that she threw Sutton out of the house during the wine tasting event.
Lisa Said Her Late Mother Told Her To Quit In A Dream
Many viewers were excited about Lisa’s return in season 13, as they wanted to see her interact with Sutton and others. However, the television personality didn’t rejoin the series, ending her 8-year-long run. While there are multiple theories about Lisa’s exit, she has only confirmed one. In May 2023, Lisa discussed that she quit RHOBH because of her mother, who passed away in late 2021. The actress said (USA Today), “she came to me,” stating that her mother visited her in her dream and advised her to be happy and follow her dreams. Lisa said her mom told her it was time for her to leave the RHOBH drama.
Lisa Didn’t Love When RHOBH Would Air
Lisa has also hinted at some other reasons for her exit. In January 2023, the model responded to a reporter from Interview magazine and revealed why she quit the show. She said that she liked the filming aspect of RHOBH, which was always fun. However, Lisa didn’t appreciate the on-screen drama, which “takes on a life of its own” after the season premieres. The popular actress hinted that she disliked how strongly the editing plays a role in the show. She added, “if you get a nicer edit, you’re happier,” implying that she was tired of being judged by viewers.
RHOBH Season 13, Episode 1 Confirmed Lisa Did Not Renew Her Contract
Recent information has also come to light regarding Lisa’s departure from RHOBH. The season 13 premiere verified that the former cast member resigned by email and did not extend her contract. A sequence featured a quick glimpse of Lisa’s text message to the Bravo network, in which she announced her intention to not come back. “I will not be renewing my contract, and I will not be returning to RHOBH,” was the message she sent. Lisa wished the network luck and thanked them for casting her over the last eight years.
Will Lisa Rinna Ever Return To RHOBH? Andy Cohen Hopes So
At 60 years of age, it’s highly unlikely that Lisa will ever reconsider returning to RHOBH. She’s mature and has always stayed true to her word. Lisa also has an emotional reason not to return, as her mother had told her to stay away from the show in a dream. Still, some viewers and co-stars hope she returns to the show someday. In January 2023, popular Bravo host Andy Cohen discussed Lisa’s exit and suspected it was temporary. He said (via People), “I hope she will come back,” adding that he hopes the actress is simply taking some time off and will return sometime later.
Many of Lisa’s followers will undoubtedly miss her, from her motto, “Own it, baby!” to her dramatic dinner table antics. RHOBH would never be the same without Lisa, who was one of its most essential cast members. Even if Lisa’s departure has many grounds for sadness, supporters should probably focus on the positives. With complete creative power, Lisa can now pursue her own projects or appear on other reality TV shows. Additionally, her departure creates a space for other women to join RHOBH in her place. One of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ most enduring stars is already Sutton.
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills airs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. EST on Bravo.