This comes after Richards spent time with the country singer Morgan Wadeadds fuel to speculations about their relationship.
Garcelle Beauvais' comment during the last explosive episode of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills certainly added fuel to the fire.
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Garcelle Beauvais set the record straight for her controversial comment to Kyle Richards
The moment could have sparked heated conversation, but Beauvais insists her words were meant to inspire rather than offend.
Beauvais made her stance clear when asked if she regretted encouraging Richards to embrace her true self. The candid Beauvais explained:
“No, I wasn't saying that to be mean. It was more about “We are strong women, we can be whatever we want.”
TMZ reports that Beauvais also referred to Richards' answer and drew attention to the inconsistency in his reaction. He called it “shady” that Richards initially laughed but then turned critical and responded with insults.
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ICYMI, the comments were made during a hearty lunch at Chuck E. Cheese with “RHOBH” cast members Kyle Richards, Sutton Stracke and Erika Jayne.
“What Chuck?” episode called He saw Beauvais make a bold proposal that astonished his interlocutors. Explosion Beauvais clearly highlighted the moment he encouraged Richards to fully embrace his truth:
“Do whatever you want to do. Be whoever you want to be. If you want to be a lesbian, be a lesbian.”
The unexpected remark drew loud gasps and wide-eyed reactions from the table, but the ladies immediately laughed.
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While they laughed off the comment behind the desk, Richards didn't hold back on what Bravo had to say afterward.After the show.” The 56-year-old brazenly said: “You're an a-hole right now. And don't try to act like an 'Oopsie daisy,' you know exactly what you're doing.”
He added that while the comment didn't offend him — given his experience with tabloid speculation — he questioned Beauvais' motive, asking, “What's your point?” Beauvais clarified her intentions, saying, “I wasn't forcing her to go out. Own it. Be original.”
He noted that Richards often seemed concerned about public perception and emphasized the importance of self-discovery. “We're allowed to be who we are at this age,” Beauvais said.
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The “Halloween” star was spotted with Morgan Wade after the “RHOBH” drama
Richards didn't let the drama of the last episode slow her down. Days after Beauvais' “lesbian” remark stirred the pot, Richards was spotted hanging out with rumored girlfriend Morgan Wade.
Page Six reported that the duo were spotted grabbing coffee in La Quinta, California on January 16. The coffee outing wasn't exactly private, as ex-star Teddy Mellencamp also walked ahead of the actress and Wade during the outing.
The reality star and the country singer were snapped chatting as they carried their coffee away from the shop. Although their close friendship has sparked speculation, Richards has consistently denied the rumors, insisting that she and Wade are just friends.
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Kyle Richards Opens Up About Having His Sexuality Questioned
Although Richards maintains that her relationship with Wade is purely platonic, she has admitted to questioning her sexuality, especially after her split from ex-husband Mauricio Umansky.
The TV personality revealed that this period of self-reflection has been a confusing time for her. “It felt good to be honest about it,” he admits, admitting it was something he never thought about until the past few years.
“I'm learning something about myself,” he said, stressing that it takes time to figure things out. Richards' separation from Umansky in 2023, sparked by rumors of his infidelity, appears to have led to significant changes in her personal life.
Garcelle Beauvais' comment may have caused some drama, but it's clear that Kyle Richards is focused on taking his truth at his own pace.