Lisa Rinna broke down in tears over her exit from the “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” in the latest episode of “The Traitors.”
During Thursday’s episode, after Rinna was exposed as a traitor by the group and subsequently banished, she reflected on her journey in reality TV.
“The end of ‘Housewives’ was very difficult for me,” the 62-year-old said tearfully. “It was just so nice to be me. I am just so grateful for the entire experience. Thank you.”
Rinna joined the “RHOBH” cast on Season 5 before leaving in 2022.
“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,” the former model told People in a statement at the time.
“It has been a fun eight-year run and I am excited for what is to come!”
According to the outlet, Rinna and Bravo’s parting of ways was mutually agreed upon.
Just a few days ago, Rinna was forced to defend her “Traitors” nemesis, Colton Underwood, after he received death threats when she accused him of being a “stalker” amid his resurfaced restraining order scandal.
The “Housewives’ alum took to her Instagram Stories on Saturday and asked her followers to “please be gentle” with the former “Bachelor” alum.
“It’s come to my attention that my post that I responded to in my ‘housewife mode’ is taking on a life of its own and it’s causing real problems for Colton,” Rinna began.
“I do not want this because Colton and I are great. He was a great and is a great nemesis for me on the show [and] in the game.”
“If you asked me to be a housewife, I’ll bring it to you, right? That’s what I was doing all in the name of the game. But, just so you know, i am totally great with Colton,” she continued, adding that the two stars have “been texting” each other.
“The fact that the backlash is happening, I feel horrible about because I don’t want to hurt anybody. I’m here to play the game and have fun,” she added.
“We had so much fun. I’ve only always had a great time with him. So, please guys be gentle. It’s a game, it’s a TV show. We’re all doing the best we can. Don’t send death threats or do anything to jeopardize somebody’s family.”
The Bravolebrity closed, insisting once again that her remark was “all part of the game.”
