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In what could be yet another dramatic Real Housewives of Orange County plot twist, Tamra Judge has announced her departure from the show after more than 14 seasons. But if history is any indication, this may not be the last time we hear about Tamra stepping away from the franchise.
On March 9th, the 57-year-old Bravo star took to Instagram to reveal that she’s done with RHOC. “It was a long run! When life gives you real problems this reality sh*t doesn’t make sense. Peace out ?? Im out,” Tamra Judge wrote in her Instagram story, dropping the bombshell without offering much explanation.
After the post went live, a fan account shared Tamra’s story and asked, “Is Tamra quitting??” Tamra’s response? A simple “Yes!!!” leaving fans to wonder if this time she’s truly walking away — or if this is just another instance of Tamra throwing in the towel and then coming back for more drama.
This revelation comes at an interesting time, as the RHOC cast is currently on a group trip in New Orleans, Louisiana, filming for the upcoming 19th season. The current cast includes Shannon Storms Beador, Heather Dubrow, Gina Kirschenheiter, Emily Simpson, Jennifer Pedranti, Katie Ginella, and Gretchen Rossi who is returning as a friend of. Despite their filming activities, Tamra’s sudden decision to leave has raised questions.
Earlier in the day Tamra Judge was spotted filming with the cast and even had a moment with Shannon Beador, and Gretchen Rossi who she doesn’t have the best history with.
Tamra had recently been spotted in videos shared on TikTok, prior to the sudden announcement of her quitting. She can be seen with the entire cast and does appear out of place.
@derrickbokelly Housewives of Orange ? County filming in New Orleans today! Saxophone ? player a beast!! #guesswhoback #fyp #bravo #realhousewivesoforangecounty #orangecounty #cafedumonde #realhousewivesofatlanta #porsche ? original sound – Derrick Bo Kelly
@kassidycalmes I almost wet my pants when I saw Shannon ?? #rhoc #orangecounty #housewives #bravo #nola #barkus #housewives #fyp ? Just A Girl – No Doubt
After being fired from the show in 2020 following season 14, Tamra made it clear that she was done with the series. However, much to fans’ delight, she made a surprise return in 2023 for season 17, proving that her time away might not have been as permanent as it seemed.
While it’s unclear exactly why Tamra has quit the show, the “real problems” she referred to in her Instagram story could be tied to some personal struggles. Close friend and former RHOBH star Teddi Mellencamp recently revealed that doctors have found more tumors in her brain and lungs.
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If this is about Teddi (not sure it is) I can understand taking a bit of a break to be with her. But I doubt she is quitting because of that.
Yet, if it is personal, perhaps Eddie has finally had enough of her, is bolting and she does not want to have her divorce played out in public like Kyle and Dorit.
First of all, there are legal ramifications for breaking the terms of a contract, and while I'm sure Tamra is quite comfortable, it doesn't appear that Tamra's got LVP's F U kind of money. Of course, it is possible that she's using her alleged "spectrum" as an excuse for these little outbursts. Thirdly, Teddi's situation may very well have put everything into perspective for her. I wouldn't be surprised if Kyle is next.
Tamra ALWAYS looks that way; I don't see it. Hope the rumor is false; Hope she truly learns how to be a good friend this season (that's the storyline I want) and that Vicki comes back season 20. RHOC is better with Tamra pot stirring, and more fun when common ground is found for fun and fab to be had 🙂
I think Vicki should come back too…with Tamra and Shannon.
Not sure I believe this is permanent…Tammy Sue needs the money $$
She does need the money and she loves being on TV so not sure what this is about.
We don't know if that's true … her and Eddie have Vena, real estate, and she's made millions from the show. I suspect they're fine.
I didn't know that. So maybe she can just walk away.
Oh honey you know it, and apparently she did just that. For years, Jeff Lewis is always talking about how rich Tamra has become. She plays it down, but has said on more than one occasion, “Yeah, I’m a rich bitch, can you believe it?”
Wow, good for her. I thought she lost all her money when Cut closed and she had to sell her house. Who knew.
Meh, oh well. And it’s sad if it’s because of Teddi but it sounds like she’s getting her Kyle season and noping out which if it WEREN’T for Teddi, I would not hesitate to call her the p word ( ?) cuz she didn’t spare Shannon when she effed up and was going thru it, BUT having a close friend who, despite a surprisingly optimistic prognosis, may still very well be dying exonerates even the likes of Tammy Sue for quitting that b*tch. There’s just so much one person can take…kinda like Shannon ?. However, despite Tamra’s many flaws, I say cut the heifer SOME slack until (and if) Teddi is out of the woods. JMO ymmv ????
I think the Teddi aspect is majorly adding to it.
It HAS to. Kudos to her for even trying but I can’t say that I blame her one bit. And tho I’m not a fan, I’m TEAM TAMRA on this. ??
I don't think she quit because of Teddi although having this happen to a friend is really, really upsetting. Maybe Tamra was getting ganged up on and she snapped. I think she's going to regret quitting after she calms down…if this is the reason.
I think you’re right, but I do suspect had Teddi NOT been diagnosed with cancer, she likely would have soldiered through (albeit with her typical unnecessary DRAMA ?), but I think getting her Kyle season (which she had to at least suspect was coming) was possibly just too much bullsh*t to endure considering what really matters in life…not tit for tat estrogen fueled theatrics but ACTUAL life as in the literal life of her friend which might prematurely end. ?
It definitely puts things in perspective.
I don't think she quit because of Teddi although having this happen to a friend is really, really upsetting. I think Tamra was getting ganged up on and she snapped. I think she's going to regret quitting after she calms down.
TM has an optimistic prognoses? I hadn't heard that.
Well, the way it’s been spun in the media, I mea I guess ?…plus I imagine giving her hope that what success she’s had with the surgery can and will be compounded by the radiation and immunotherapy? What the actual odds are that this will happen, I do not know, but there’s no gloom and doom being reported re: her prognosis, so I’m hoping (maybe against hope) that it’s not just Pollyanna, pie in the sky, head in the clouds talk, but who knows? ????
Everything I’m seeing is just the opposite, but you can’t believe a damn thing you read anymore, so who knows. However, I am a strong believer in positive thinking, good energy, manifestation etc;.
Yeah, I don’t want to be morbid and iirc we both previously agreed on this, that if her melanoma metastasized, it was a REALLY BAD sign. I think she confirmed that is what happened, so… ? BUT the surgery was successful, she’s actually gone horseback riding since, and I’m assuming there’s great hope for the immunotherapy and radiation doing it’s thing. ???? I hope it does ? but…? I do think Teddi is tough as nails and that’s a bonus. Her prognosis just seemed optimistic to me cuz melanoma metastasis to the brain is ?
The tumors on her lungs are what concerns me, especially coupled with the other tumors, but the question remains, are they benign or malignant? I’ve never heard of anyone surviving cancer that spreads to such major organs, especially this fast.
Oof! I didn’t know about the lungs…
Good riddance.
If Trampy Sue has quit for whatever “ real” reasons I bid her ado.
Gretchen still is a pretty lady.
She is pretty
Wow, I didn't see that coming. Tamra burnt a lot of bridges last season. Shannon and Jennifer have some pay back for sure. Emily (why she is still on that show, I have no idea) and Gina aren't really that close to her and now Gretchen is back and there is definitely no love lost there. I think the producers set her up last season and now Jugs is gone too. Too bad because even though Tamra can be vicious she does bring it each season.
I do not think she looked uncomfortable. I knew this was going to be a hard season for Tamra with what is going on with Teddi. I knew Tamra was flip out at a big blow up. She knows life is too short and I saw this happening BUT Tamra do not let them run you off YOU are the show!! And we learnt before RHOC can't run without you. You are a Star Tamra.