Lisa Rinna announces Real Housewives departure: "I am grateful"

Los Angeles, California - After eight years of messy drama, cat fights, and iconic catchphrases, Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (RHOBH) star Lisa Rinna confirmed that she's leaving the reality TV show.

Lisa Rinna is kicking off the New Year with a clean slate as she has announced her departure from RHOBH.
Lisa Rinna is kicking off the New Year with a clean slate as she has announced her departure from RHOBH.  © Jon Kopaloff / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP

The outspoken soap opera alum is starting 2023 off by bidding adieu to her long-running role on the popular reality show.

On Thursday, Rinna provided a statement to People confirming her departure from RHOBH, though she did share that she was "grateful" to Bravo and her costars.

"This is the longest job I have held in my 35-year career and I am grateful to everyone at Bravo and all those involved in the series," she said.

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"It has been a fun eight-year run and I am excited for what is to come!"

Per the outlet, the Emmy-nominated actor's decision was made after her contract expired at the end of last season.

After weighing her options and business obligations, Rinna and Bravo mutually agreed that she would not return to RHOBH.

The Days of Our Lives star made her debut on the reality series in the fifth season and quickly became one of the messiest cast members.

Fans may recall the infamous fight between her and Kim Richards where Rinna hurled a wine glass at her former costar.

As she's always stated on the show, Rinna is "owning it baby," and starting off the New Year with a clean slate.

Cover photo: Jon Kopaloff / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP

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