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Alexa Curtin, the youngest daughter of former Real Housewives of Orange County cast member Lynne Curtin, is opening up about her life today, and the picture she paints is heartbreaking.
In a recent street interview with LAtoyouinterviews filmed in Lancaster, California, the 33-year-old revealed she is currently homeless and struggling with fentanyl addiction after years of legal trouble, instability, and trauma.
“A lot of bad things have happened to me since moving out here,” Alexa said in the video. “It’s not really a safe place. I’m probably gonna move back to Orange County eventually — I hope I make it there.”
Once known to Bravo viewers as a teenager growing up in Orange County during RHOC’s early seasons, Alexa described how her life spiraled after experimenting with drugs.
“I was doing heroin and then I met some people, they introduced me to fentanyl… and basically my life just kind of went downhill,” she admitted. “I started smoking speed and hanging out with the wrong people.”
She said she is using less than she once did, but is still struggling. Alexa also shared that her parents have cut financial ties with her until she becomes sober.
“I’m kinda cut off right now until maybe I get sober and then they’re gonna supply me with money again,” she said. “Right now they really don’t want anything to do with me.”
The interview also included disturbing details about violence she says she experienced while living in Lancaster, including an alleged sexual assault. Alexa said the experience left her fearing for her life and deeply traumatized.
In addition to addiction and homelessness, she revealed she has lost two fingers from a past car accident and currently cannot afford a phone or valid identification.
“I have nothing. I have to literally start from the ground up,” she said. “It’s gonna be difficult, but I’m actively trying.”
Alexa’s legal history stretches back nearly a decade. She has faced multiple drug-related arrests and jail sentences since 2016. In 2017, she won a multimillion-dollar civil judgment in a lawsuit against an Orange County sheriff’s deputy she accused of assaulting her years earlier, though the final payout remains unclear.
Looking back, Alexa connected her struggles to an unstable childhood and the public pressure of growing up on reality television.
“My life was kind of unstable growing up,” she said. “We were constantly switching schools… I didn’t have any stable relationships. There’s so much more I could have done.”
RHOC viewers may remember Alexa and her sister Raquel as central figures in one of the franchise’s most infamous early storylines, including a televised eviction notice that exposed the financial strain behind the family’s on-screen lifestyle.
Today, Lynne Curtin runs a successful jewelry business and maintains a relationship with Raquel. Alexa says she is focused on survival — and on finding a way forward.
During her appearance on the Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast, the Real Housewives of New Jersey star openly compared her cast to The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, and suggested Jersey is held to a much harsher standard when it comes to transparency.
“I like Beverly Hills,” Melissa said. “But I do feel like Beverly Hills does get away with murder a little bit when it comes to not telling us everything. Our cast gets in trouble if we don’t tell you what we ate yesterday, let alone who we’re dating.”
It was a rare moment of cross-franchise shade, and fans immediately clocked what she was implying: RHONJ is expected to show everything, while Beverly Hills has historically been accused by viewers of protecting certain storylines, especially around relationships and marriages.
The conversation also touched on her recent reconciliation with Teresa Giudice. Melissa described the reunion as genuine and long overdue, pushing back against the idea that it was staged for cameras.
“It would not be worth it to fake it for the show,” she said, reiterating that pretending to get along with someone you truly dislike is emotionally exhausting — and unsustainable.
Melissa admitted the family holiday gathering was nerve-wracking at first, especially because the kids hadn’t spent meaningful time together in years. But once the walls came down, she said it felt natural.
She also reflected on how fame has changed her perspective over time. Earlier seasons were about survival and proving herself. Now, she says she’s more focused on protecting her peace and choosing what drama is actually worth engaging in.
Speaking on Andy Cohen Live, the Bravo executive shared his excitement about the OG RHONY ladies stepping into their new Palm Beach era, praising both the cast and the nostalgia factor they bring.
“I’m so excited for them,” Andy said. “I texted the ladies yesterday. I think it’s going to be a great show. I can never root against these women. I absolutely love them. I love them together. So does America. I’m going to speak for America and I think it’s going to be great, and I can’t wait to watch it. And I am happy for them.”
Andy also explained why the Florida setting feels like a natural evolution for the group.
“They all live in Florida. I don’t know that Kelly does. Dorinda is not on it. I believe who’s on it is Jill, Ramona, Sonja. They live in Florida — that’s where they really are. I think it will be great. If you watch the Ultimate Girls Trip that they all did, it was really fun. It felt like a season finale in a weird way but now they are embarking in new lives.”
While fans are thrilled to see familiar faces returning to television, Andy confirmed one notable absence: Dorinda Medley will not be part of the cast. Still, the remaining OGs — Jill Zarin, Ramona Singer, and Sonja Morgan, Kelly Bensimon, LuAnn De Lesseps — appear ready to carry the torch into this next chapter.
The project marks a major shift for the former New York Housewives, trading Manhattan chaos for Palm Beach luxury. According to Andy, this isn’t just a reunion — it’s a reinvention.
And if his enthusiasm is any indication, Bravo fans should expect plenty of drama, nostalgia, and classic RHONY energy when the show premieres.
Plus, we recap Southern Charm and unpack why Sally continues to feel like a walking red flag… and why Austen isn’t far behind.
The Real Housewives of Rhode Island debuts Thursday, April 2 at 9 p.m. ET, before moving to its regular Sunday night slot starting April 5. And based on the first sneak peek, this cast is wasting zero time diving into chaos.
The season kicks off with a lavish getaway at Newport’s historic Seaview Terrace mansion, where luxury quickly turns into confrontation. A later trip to Block Island pushes simmering tensions over the edge, with infidelity rumors, relationship cracks, and long-buried resentment bubbling straight to the surface.
The trailer introduces Alicia Carmody, Rosie DiMare, Ashley Iaconetti, Liz McGraw, Rulla Nehme Pontarelli, Kelsey Swanson, and Jo-Ellen Tiberi — plus a guest appearance from RHONJ’s Dolores Catania — as friendships fracture almost immediately. A game of “never have I ever” spirals into messy confessions, accusations fly about a husband’s alleged affair, and the women’s partners end up pulled directly into the drama.
Elsewhere, marriages are under strain, family wounds reopen, and one cast member shocks the group by hinting she’s juggling two romantic relationships. By the end of the preview, it’s clear this isn’t a slow burn season — it’s explosive from day one.
The Real Housewives of Rhode Island premieres April 2 on Bravo, with episodes streaming the next day on Peacock.
During a recent appearance on SiriusXM’s The Julia Cunningham Show, the former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star opened up about lingering tension with Cohen after he included her private text messages in one of his books. Rinna is currently promoting her upcoming memoir, You Better Believe I’m Gonna Talk About It, set for release February 24, and made it clear she has her own story to tell.
“I’m fine with him today,” Rinna said of her current relationship with Cohen, before revealing she did not consult him ahead of writing her memoir. “He’s written his own books and done what he’s done. You know… he put my personal text messages in his book.”
Host Julia Cunningham noted that Cohen had warned Rinna she would appear in the book, though not exactly how. Rinna said she suspected something was coming — but not to that extent.
“Well, I had an idea,” she explained. “But then when I read it and they were personal text messages to basically my boss… and to have them show up in a book, I was like, ‘Wow, wow, wow.’”
While she didn’t name the book directly, Rinna appeared to be referring to Cohen’s 2023 release The Daddy Diaries: The Year I Grew Up, where excerpts of her texts were reportedly included. She teased that readers will get her side of the story in her memoir, saying, “Don’t give it away, but you gotta read what happened.”
Rinna and Cohen’s dynamic has always been layered. During her eight-season run on RHOBH, she was one of the franchise’s most polarizing figures, and their relationship often blurred the line between boss and cast member. Even after her 2023 exit, the tension occasionally resurfaced.
Earlier this year, Rinna reflected on a moment where she apologized to Cohen for comparing RHOBH to the Titanic. She later admitted on her own podcast that the interaction triggered old habits.
“I fall back into a role that I played… where I give my power to Andy Cohen, who is my boss,” she said. “Almost like a little girl going back to the role she plays in her family.”
Despite past friction, the two were seen sharing a friendly exchange on a red carpet last August, suggesting the relationship is cordial — if complicated.
Since leaving Bravo, Rinna has leaned fully into fashion, media, and now authorship. Her memoir promises a deeper look at her career, her marriage to Harry Hamlin, and her time in the Housewives universe — including moments she feels weren’t told on her terms.
And judging by her latest comments, she’s ready to reclaim the narrative.
In a new interview with Parade, Teddi reflected on how her former castmates have shown up for her in recent years, especially as she navigated serious health challenges. What surprised her most, she says, is how quickly old Housewives drama faded once real life took priority.
“Everybody has been so incredible. I joke when I walk into like BravoCon or something—I’m like, I don’t even remember who I had beef with, and if I did, they don’t have beef with me anymore,” Teddi shared with a laugh.
According to Teddi, the feuds that once defined her time on the show feel distant now. During an extended hospital stay related to her health battle, she says Kyle was one of the friends who made sure she was never alone.
“Kyle was there with me in the hospital, like rotating in and out with a couple of my other friends, living there because nobody ever wanted me to be alone.”
That period, Teddi explained, completely changed how she views the franchise and the relationships it created. While Housewives is often associated with chaos and conflict, she says her personal experience tells a very different story.
“So. I will forever be grateful that she’s such a great friend and, like, people say, ‘Housewives, oh it’s all about the drama and the scandal,’” Teddi said.
For her, the biggest takeaway wasn’t the fights, it was the friendships that lasted long after filming wrapped.
“But, like, I met my best friend there, and she takes abundantly good care of me, and I’m forever grateful.”
While promoting the series on SiriusXM’s Page Six Radio with hosts Danny Murphy and Evan Real, the former Real Housewives of Potomac star broke down exactly why she fired a warning shot at the Round Table and teased that the next episode is about to escalate fast. She also opened up about the possibility of returning to RHOP and why she’s excited to see NeNe Leakes back in the Bravo orbit.
Reflecting on her alliance with Lisa Rinna and Rob, Candiace joked that their trio was short-lived.
“While it lasted,” she said after Rinna’s exit.
When Danny teased that she was now stuck in the castle with Rob, Candiace shot back, “Get me out. Not today, Satan.”
Evan asked whether her vote against Rob was meant as a strategic signal. Candiace confirmed it was both a warning and a recalibration of how she saw the game.
“Both. It was both. It was his warning shot. But it was also, ‘Okay I see how you’re playing this game because you voted for Lisa. You kind of walked it back at breakfast and then voted for her again. So now you’re a liar. Liar.’ You’re a big, you’re a nasty liar. So I’m like, ‘Okay, if you’re, this is how you’re moving now. I gotta watch my back. So this is me telling you, if you’re gonna come for me, I’m gonna clear the table.’”
When asked if Rob could earn back her trust, Candiace kept it cryptic.
“You have to watch.”
But she didn’t hide her tone when the hosts joked Rob should be scared.
“He should be,” she said. “Yes. He should be afraid for his very life.”
Candiace warned viewers that the next episode is going to hit harder than fans expect.
“It’s gonna be intense and I’m not ready for the next episode. It’s gonna be really good, but, it’s gonna be good.”
Beyond Traitors, Candiace also addressed whether she would ever return to The Real Housewives of Potomac. She made it clear the door isn’t closed — but it would take the right circumstances.
“I never say never to anything. And, you know, if the stars were to align and, you know, and the zeros were to align, anything is possible. I don’t think there is a door I just walked out of. I walked out of like an open walkway, an open, an opening in a house to have my baby. I needed to be in a space where I could ensure my mental safety so that I could, you know, open up my lady parts and push out this child, right? He’s here, he’s walking and talking and, you know, saying everything under the sun. I’m in a different space. I feel like I am, I feel like I went through a portal when I had him. So I’m, I’m definitely not the same person. And I would be interested to see how do I maneuver in a room full of dustys.”
For now, her focus is on motherhood, her evolution, and surviving the Traitors battlefield — but Candiace made it clear she’s not afraid of a comeback under the right conditions.
