Gretchen Rossi Addresses Alleged Anti-LGBTQ+ Likes on RHOC Season 19

Gretchen Rossi’s return to The Real Housewives of Orange County (RHOC) in Season 19 brought significant drama. Her ongoing feud with fellow cast member Tamra Judge was a central theme throughout the season. Their contentious relationship escalated until they attempted to reconcile during a trip to Amsterdam.

Controversy Surrounding Alleged Anti-LGBTQ+ Likes

Before the Amsterdam trip, tensions escalated when Tamra Judge revealed to Gina Kirschenheiter that Gretchen had allegedly liked several transphobic and homophobic social media posts. This revelation prompted Gina to confront Gretchen during Episode 17 of the season.

• Two notable posts attributed to Gretchen included inflammatory statements about homosexuality and children.
• The reactions from cast members were mixed, with Gina seeking clarification from Gretchen.

Gretchen Rossi’s Response

In a calm demeanor, Gretchen denied liking the controversial posts. She expressed uncertainty about the screenshots presented to her, stating, “If I liked something, then I probably didn’t know it was about that.” She also emphasized her support for the LGBTQ+ community.

In her confessional, Gretchen added, “All I know is I’m seeing a screenshot of something I supposedly liked that I’ve never seen in my life.” Further complicating the situation, her friend Heather Dubrow, whose family is part of the LGBTQ+ community, appeared outraged by the allegations.

Allegations of Manipulation

Gretchen later claimed the screenshots were manipulated to damage her reputation. She insisted that the allegations were false and stemmed from individuals seeking attention.

• “This is false; those are manipulated screenshots meant to cause harm to my reputation,” Gretchen stated.
• She reiterated her support for the LGBTQ+ community, distancing herself from the accusations.

The ongoing controversy leaves viewers questioning the validity of the accusations against Gretchen Rossi. With Season 19 of RHOC concluding, fans are left to wonder about her future on the show and whether she will return for Season 20.

The Real Housewives of Orange County airs Thursdays at 8/7c on Bravo. Viewers can also stream episodes the following day on Peacock or Hayu in the UK and Ireland.