‘Real Housewives Of NYC’ Alum Jill Zarin Isn’t Surprised Bethenny Frankel Left Bravo Show

Although fans were surprised Bethenny Frankel announced her decision to leave “The Real Housewives of New York City” after Season 11, her former cast member, Jill Zarin, wasn’t surprised by the decision.

Bethenny and Jill had a strong bond during the earlier seasons of “RHONY.” However, over the years, their friendship became strained. Nowadays, Jill claims the two are in a good place, but that doesn’t mean fans will get to see women reunite on screen.

During an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Jill revealed she had no plans to return to the show even though Bethenny’s exit has left a vacancy. “I could never live up to the fans wanting me to come back, but I think I’m done. The time is over for me,” she stated.

“I had my run, and I’m very happy I did,” she added.

Jill also insisted that she and Bethenny have settled their differences after years of feuding. “We’re good! We’re all good. We’re actually very good. You know, peace and love,” she shared.

As for Bethenny’s “Real Housewives of New York City” exit, Jill revealed she was confident her friend made the right decision by leaving the show. “I just wasn’t surprised because I think Bethenny always knows when the party is over for her, and she wants to move on,” she explained.

“She owns it and goes. If she thinks it’s a mistake, she’ll come back. That’s it,” she added.

However, Jill said she would be shocked if Bethenny returned to the series. “I probably would be surprised because I think she’s done, but what do I know, you know? I don’t really know,” she said.

Although being a cast member on the “RHONY” has a lot of perks, Jill revealed it also has its disadvantages. “There’s a lot of things you get, and there’s a lot of things you give up on the show,” she stated.

“I think relationships are a sacrifice that all women on Housewives shows have made, and the statistics have shown it. So, I don’t want that.”

At the moment, Jill is focused on living her best life off-camera. Meanwhile, Bethenny has been busy working out the terms of a production deal.