Gizelle Bryant has made her feelings clear regarding Mauricio Umansky, the estranged husband of Kyle Richards, during a recent crossover episode of *The Real Housewives of Potomac* (RHOP). In an exclusive preview shared by Us Weekly, Mauricio, aged 55, greets the RHOP cast playfully during their visit to Aspen, expressing curiosity about their presence: “What are you all doing in my town?”
In a confessional moment, Gizelle, also 55, introduces Mauricio to the audience, stating, “Mauricio is married to — I think they’re still married — to Kyle Richards, who is a Beverly Hills Housewife.” She adds with a hint of humor, “Mauricio would definitely be somebody that I spent some quality time with … horizontal. It’s just the Beverly Hills, Kyle of it all.” This lighthearted remark sets the stage for the unfolding dynamics between the two groups.
As the episode progresses, Gizelle emphasizes the importance of maintaining boundaries, asserting, “No, Mauricio is off-limits to all of us.” This declaration comes as Mauricio interacts with the RHOP ladies, who are curious about his relationship status. He explains that he is in Aspen for his daughter Alexia’s bachelorette party and has no plans for the evening.
The personal lives of Kyle and Mauricio have garnered significant attention over the past year. In 2023, news broke regarding their separation after more than two decades of marriage. Despite speculation surrounding their relationship, both Kyle, aged 57, and Mauricio have publicly denied any immediate plans for formal divorce. In a joint statement, they urged fans to refrain from “creating false stories to fit a further salacious narrative.”
“While it may be entertaining to speculate, please do not create false stories to fit a further salacious narrative,” they stated, expressing gratitude for the support they have received.
Despite their separation, the couple has managed to maintain a cordial relationship. They have been seen together on several occasions, including during the Christmas and New Year holidays. According to a source close to the family, “They are not getting back together or rekindling their romance,” but noted that they are “in a really good place” with their current relationship.
The insider added, “There’s still so much love between the exes. Kyle and Mau have done a good job maintaining normalcy in front of the girls, especially during the holiday season.” Their daughters, Alexia, 29, Sophia, 25, and Portia, 18, along with Kyle’s daughter Farrah, 37, from a previous marriage, are central to this ongoing narrative.
As the tenth season of RHOP unfolds, viewers are particularly excited about Mauricio’s crossover appearance. Ashley Darby has hinted at a deeper connection between Gizelle and Mauricio, suggesting that their past friendship may play a significant role in the upcoming episodes. “I think [he and Gizelle] have, like, some sort of friendship from before,” Ashley remarked, adding intrigue to the dynamics at play.
The crossover episode of *The Real Housewives of Potomac* featuring Mauricio Umansky is scheduled to air on Sunday, January 18, 2024, at 20:00 ET on Bravo. Fans eagerly await the developments that will unfold in Aspen, as the intersecting lives of these reality stars continue to capture audience attention.
