Erika Jayne Expresses Displeasure Over Dorit Kemsley Revealing Kyle Richards Text at RHOBH Reunion

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Erika Jayne recently talked about Dorit Kemsley’s choice to reveal a text message from Kyle Richards during the season 13 reunion. Erika, 52, shared her thoughts on the matter during an exclusive interview with We on Thursday, February 29. She mentioned that the situation is tricky because it involves personal matters and is unpleasant. When asked if Dorit, 47, was right to share the text, Erika expressed that it's a tough question.

"And that's why you see me say, 'I hate this,'" she explained, referring to her reaction when Dorit shared the message during a preview for the reunion. "I dislike every moment of this. I don't want to watch this. I don't want to be aware of this. The resolution will need to come from them talking it out."

In another part of the reunion preview, Dorit alleged that the message, where Kyle, 55, mentioned she didn't feel the need to discuss their friendship issues during the reunion, was an effort to "shut her down."

Erika Jayne Says She Hated Every Minute Of Dorit Sharing Kyle Richards Text During Reunion

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Dorit told Erika that the situation felt manipulative and calculated. Erika agreed, saying she would also feel manipulated if she received a similar text. Dorit then mentioned Erika's comment on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen in January, where Erika joked that Kyle deserved the same treatment she had received in the past when she was criticized at reunions.

Dorit continued to insist that Kyle should talk about her marital problems with Mauricio Umansky on the reunion show. "Fair is fair," she emphasized.

When Erika read Kyle's message on camera, former RHOBH Teddi Mellencamp and The Real Housewives of New York City's Bethenny Frankel criticized Dorit for revealing the private text message.

On her podcast "Two Ts in a Pod" episode on Tuesday, February 27, Teddi, 42, expressed her feelings of being "disgusted" by Dorit's actions towards a friend.

Teddi went on to share, "I believe there is a limit to what is acceptable in a friendship. It's one thing to mention that Kyle didn't want to argue, but revealing a private message crosses a boundary that should not be crossed."

Frankel expressed her thoughts on the issue through TikTok on Sunday, February 25th.

She was shocked that a private and emotional text from Kyle to a friend off camera was shown on air. She felt that it was a violation of privacy.

Dorit and Kyle had disagreements during the season because Kyle didn't want to discuss the issues in her marriage. This caused a rift between them, and by the end of the season finale, it was mentioned that they hadn't spoken since December 2023.

Even though there was tension between them, Erika believes that Dorit and Kyle can definitely resolve their problems.

Which OG Housewife Do You Want to Return?

During a recent interview discussing her upcoming documentary, Erika Jayne: Bet It All On Blonde, she shared her thoughts on the relationship between two OG Housewives. She believes that despite facing challenges this past year, they both genuinely care for each other. In her experience, when two people truly want to mend their relationship and move forward, it is possible. She has witnessed it happen within their group before and has even done it herself. It is clear that these two individuals have a strong bond and genuine care for one another.

With reporting by Christina Garibaldi

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills airs on Bravo Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET.

Erika Jayne: Bet It All On Blonde premieres on Bravo Wednesday, March 6, at 9 p.m. ET and will be available to stream on Peacock the next day.

Editor's P/S:

The article explores the complex dynamics between "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" cast members Dorit Kemsley and Kyle Richards, highlighting the ethical implications of Dorit's decision to disclose a private text message from Kyle during the reunion. Erika Jayne's comments on the situation reflect the delicate balance between personal boundaries and the nature of reality television. While Dorit's actions have raised questions about the limits of friendship, Erika believes that reconciliation is possible if both parties are genuinely committed to mending their relationship.

The article also provides insights into the upcoming documentary "Erika Jayne: Bet It All On Blonde," showcasing Erika's perspective on the challenges and triumphs of her personal journey. Her belief in the power of forgiveness and reconciliation underscores the complexities of human relationships, particularly in the high-stakes world of reality television.