Andy Cohen expresses hope that Lisa Rinna will return to RHOBH as he reflects on her departure and the impact of her departure after eight seasons
Andy Cohen has expressed hope that Lisa Rinna will return to The Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills last week after leaving the show after eight seasons.
Speaking to Radio Andy on his SiriusXM show, Cohen, 54, called Rinna’s departure a “major deck reshuffle” as he reflected on the effect she’d had on fans over the years.
Cohen described Rinna, 59, as “compelling” television and a “huge part” of the hit Bravo series as he shared his desire for her to eventually return to the show, much like his housewife Tamra Judge.
“I really hope this is a break”: Andy Cohen has expressed hope that Lisa Rinna will return to The Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills after leaving the show after eight seasons last week; pictured 2018
“I was surprised when she said it was the longest job she’s ever had,” Cohen said. ‘But I wasn’t because I was on a series for an actor for eight years. She’s a working actress…you don’t usually get a role on a show that lasts eight years.
“So this is a reality show and it shows how compelling it is to see Lisa Rinna on TV that she was eight years old. Think of all the memes Lisa Rinna generated. Think of all the GIFs she generated.”
“She was really, really a big part of Beverly Hills. And I really hope this is a break. I hope she comes back. I really do.’
Cohen then brought up Real Housewives Of Orange County star Tamra Judge, who recently announced her return to the show after leaving in 2020.
“Big Deck Reorganization”: Cohen described Rinna as a “big part” of the successful Bravo series
The judge described the temporary withdrawal from the series as a “positive” experience, Cohen said.
“I’ve talked a lot with Tamra about it. Tamra said to me, before getting back to it, she said, “You know what, my time away from the show has kind of helped me as a person and … I think it’s been really, really positive to go and get some air and a.” few steps back.’ I just hope Lisa will keep us happy and come back.’
“So I hope I hope this is a break because I’ve always enjoyed Lisa Rinna on my TV,” he said.
Maybe she’ll become like Tamra? Cohen expressed hope that Rinna would return like housewife Tamra Judge
Lisa last week confirmed her departure from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (RHOBH) after eight seasons amid her ongoing feud with Kathy Hilton.
After a tough season grieving the loss of her beloved mother Lois, the reality star revealed she is “grateful” for her time on the popular series.
“This is the longest job I’ve held in my 35-year career and I’m grateful to everyone at Bravo and everyone involved with the series,” the reality star told People in a statement.
She continued, “It’s been a fun eight-year run and I’m excited for what’s to come!”
Impact: “Think of all the memes Lisa Rinna generated. Think of all the GIFs she made,” Cohen said of Rinna
The outlet reported that “she and Bravo mutually decided that she would not return to RHOBH” after her contract expired last season.
The soap star has been embroiled in numerous controversies on the show since joining the program.
In October, she was booed at BravoCon after fans said she would “get cancer” if she didn’t make public Hilton’s “disgusting” comments on the show’s finale.
Asked by about her reaction to those calling for her sacking, the mother-of-two said she didn’t know what to think and branded herself a “rock star”.
“We’re number one on cable and television… That’s all I have to say,” she concluded.
Back then, Lisa was slammed by cancer survivors and doctors alike after she used the disease as an excuse to reveal Hilton’s personal secrets.
Exit: Lisa last week confirmed her exit from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (RHOBH) after eight seasons amid her ongoing feud with Kathy Hilton