On March 25, 2025, Garcelle Beauvais shocked fans by announcing her exit from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills in an emotional Instagram video just hours before the highly anticipated season 14 finale aired. In her heartfelt message, she expressed:
“So I have some news. I’ve decided to leave Beverly Hills. It’s been a wild ride. I mean, some amazing things have happened and some hard things have also happened, but it’s been a ride nevertheless.”
Beauvais’s departure follows a tense reunion session filmed on February 28, where tensions between her and her fellow cast members reached a boiling point, culminating in her leaving the set prematurely.
Bravo officially confirmed her exit to The Hollywood Reporter, emphasizing that her decision was made independently.
Garcelle Beauvais Confirms Her Exit from RHOBH
In her announcement video, Beauvais revealed substantial motivations for her departure. She stated:
“One of the reasons why I’m leaving is my family, my boys. Their last year of high school is next year, and I want to be a part of that. And Jade is starting a new career, and I want to be a part of that too.”
“And secondly, I have the most exciting projects that I am developing, producing and acting in. I can’t tell you anything right now, but you’ll know soon.”
Throughout her journey in The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Beauvais acknowledged significant individuals, including Andy Cohen and key Bravo executives, recognizing their support throughout her tenure on the show.
Context Leading to Her Departure
The tension leading to Beauvais’s departure became evident in recent reunion preview clips. During filming, she was confronted with pointed questions regarding her comments about castmate Dorit Kemsley’s traumatic home invasion experience. Attempting to defend her stance, Beauvais prompted an intense exchange with Kemsley, who took issue with her credibility.
Furthermore, Kyle Richards became embroiled in the conversation, particularly concerning speculation regarding her personal life and her collaboration with country music artist Morgan Wade. Andy Cohen weighed in on this dynamic, suggesting the thematic elements of Richards’s music videos sparked public interest.
Footage captured behind the scenes revealed Beauvais’s emotional reaction after leaving the reunion set, where she expressed deep concerns over trust within the group, hinting that she could no longer maintain relationships with her co-stars. This marked the concluding scene for her involvement in the season.
About Garcelle Beauvais
Garcelle Beauvais’s career began on the catwalk as a model with Ford Modeling Agency before she transitioned into acting. Born on November 26, 1966, in St. Marc, Haiti, she relocated to Massachusetts at the age of seven with her mother and six siblings after her parents’ separation.
Her extensive career spans modeling, film, television, and reality TV, underscoring her multifaceted talent across various entertainment spheres. Joining RHOBH in 2020 as the show’s first Black cast member, the 58-year-old has successfully balanced her professional endeavors with parenting her twin sons, Jax and Jaid.
Upcoming Season Developments
In the current season of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Beauvais interacted with fellow cast members Kyle Richards, Dorit Kemsley, Erika Jayne, and Sutton Stracke, alongside recurring appearances by Bozoma Saint John, Kathy Hilton, and Jennifer Tilly.
Mark your calendars: the highly anticipated three-part reunion special begins airing on April 1, 2025. Bravo describes the episode as follows:
“On the heels of a tumultuous season, the ladies of Beverly Hills reunite to work through hurt feelings and shocking allegations…Garcelle has to answer for hurtful insinuations she made throughout the year.”
Segments filmed prior to her departure showcase Beauvais contributing to pivotal moments from the season.
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