On September 11, 2024, the long-standing feud between Real Housewives of Orange County stars Vicki Gunvalson and Tamra Judge took a new turn. Gunvalson questioned the authenticity of Judge’s recent emotional video.
In an exclusive “Hollywood Insider” podcast interview, Gunvalson, 62, didn’t mince words when discussing Judge’s tearful social media post. “There weren’t any real tears. Tamra’s quite the performer,” Gunvalson remarked, suggesting that Judge’s emotional display was more about garnering attention than expressing genuine feelings.
The tension between the two reality TV personalities escalated after Gunvalson commented about Judge’s estranged relationship with her daughter, Sidney, during a podcast appearance on September 2. Gunvalson had criticized Judge’s handling of the family situation, implying that Judge prioritized her TV career over reconciliation efforts.
Judge, 57, responded to these remarks with a visibly upset video message on her Instagram Story on September 4. She expressed her distress in the video over Gunvalson’s comments: “It’s unbelievable that someone would stoop so low. Losing a child’s affection is incredibly painful. It’s not what you think it is, Vicki.”
However, Gunvalson remains unmoved by the Judge’s emotional appeal. “If she truly valued our friendship, she’d reach out privately. We don’t need to air everything publicly,” Gunvalson stated on the Hollywood Insider podcast. She further questioned the Judge’s motives, suggesting that the public display was merely for show.
When asked if she regretted her initial comments about Judge’s family situation, Gunvalson stood firm. “She keeps bringing it up every season. If it’s such a private matter, why constantly discuss it on air?” she countered.
This latest exchange highlights the ongoing drama between the two RHOC stars, whose friendship has weathered numerous on-screen and off-screen conflicts over the years. As fans of the show continue to follow this developing story, it’s clear that the tension between Gunvalson and Judge is far from resolved.
The situation raises questions about the blurred lines between personal lives and public personas in reality television and the impact of such public feuds on family dynamics and long-standing friendships. US Magazine
