Gretchen Rossi Returns to Real Housewives of Orange County Season 19

Return to Real Housewives

• 🤩 Gretchen Rossi is back for Season 19 of The Real Housewives of Orange County after an 11-year absence.
• 💡 She initially questioned why she should return, especially with a young daughter, but felt she and her long-term partner had "a lot to say" and wanted to showcase their family life.
• ⏳ Rossi and her partner have been together for 16 years, and she believes their strong foundation and time apart from the show may have saved their relationship.

Reflections on Past Seasons

• 📺 Rossi recalls watching past footage and realizing she was being "set up" by producers, a realization that was new to her at the time.
• 💔 She acknowledges that many cast members have gone through divorces, but she remains grateful for her experiences on the show.

Dynamics with Tamra Judge

• 💬 Rossi states she has no desire to be friends with Tamra Judge, despite others suggesting a need for resolution.
• 🎭 She observes that Tamra frequently claims to be changing but continues the same behaviors, making friendship difficult when she feels attacked.

Relationship with Slade Smiley

• ❤️ Rossi's husband, Slade Smiley, expresses frustration at seeing her attacked on the show but maintains they know who they are at their core.
• 🤝 Their relationship's longevity is attributed to Rossi's consistent presence through various life challenges and their commitment to open, in-the-moment conflict resolution without disrespect.
• 🌟 Rossi emphasizes the importance of liking your partner, not just loving them, and would choose Slade to be stranded with.

Season 19 Preview

• 👯‍♀️ Rossi highlights her close friendship with another cast member, praising her as a good friend and person with whom she laughs and has fun.
• 📺 The new season of The Real Housewives of Orange County airs Thursdays at 9 PM.