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It’s the end of an era for one of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ most beloved friendships. Sutton Stracke is still coming to terms with the sudden and emotional rift between her and former castmate Garcelle Beauvais — a friendship that once felt unbreakable.
After forging a close bond during Season 10, things took a dramatic turn at the Season 14 reunion. Garcelle made headlines when she walked off the reunion stage early, later confirming her departure from the show and unfollowing all of her castmates on Instagram.
In a candid April 2025 interview with Us Weekly, Sutton opened up about the aftermath and the emotional toll it’s taken.
“I think we were all sort of in shock, but Garcelle is a very strong woman,” Sutton said. “And so she’s going to make her decision and do what she’s going to do. I just want her to live her best life and be happy.”
Despite the current distance, Sutton remains hopeful for the future of their friendship. “I am hopeful, but,” she said with a shrug. She continued, “I’m just hoping that Garcelle is good and happy and on the path that she wants to be on, which I know she is.”
Garcelle’s decision to unfollow Sutton, along with Kyle Richards, Dorit Kemsley, Erika Jayne, and Bozoma Saint John, was noticeable to fans. Yet, she still follows longtime friends Jennifer Tilly and Kathy Hilton, hinting that her departure from the group may be more about self-preservation than animosity.
In a statement to Page Six, Sutton offered nothing but support for Garcelle’s decision. “I can only imagine that she needs a clean break right now. I love her and am giving her the space she needs,” she said.
She added, “I know that she is going to move through this next chapter with grace and success.”