By The Big Magazine Staff
Bravo's The Real Housewives of Orange County are returning for the 19th season!
RHOC kicks off filming, we have the scoop on which stars are returning and who’s not coming back.

In January 2025, it was reported by Variety that Gretchen Rossi would be coming back in a "friend" role. Gretchen became a full-time cast member in season four, departed after season eight, and later returned as a guest in season 12.
RHOC SEASON 19 : NOT RETURNING
Alexis Bellino the reality star revealed she will not be returning for season 19 on the Dec. 19 episode of Rachel Leviss's 'Going Rogue' podcast.
Vicki Gunvalson may not be returning for season 19. Gunvalson rose to fame as one of the main Real Housewives of Orange County stars. She was a longstanding cast member for 14 years before exiting the show in 2020. She’s since made appearances in a "friend" role in seasons 16, 17 and 18.
RHOC SEASON 19 : RETURNING CAST

Emily Simpson – RETURNING
Gina Kirschenheiter – RETURNING
Heather Dubrow – RETURNING
Jennifer Pedranti – RETURNING
Katie Ginella – RETURNING
Shannon Beador – RETURNING
Tamra Judge - The longest-running cast member on RHOC
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