During the highly anticipated season 14 reunion of “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” Kathy Hilton made a surprising and emotional confession that left both her fellow cast members and viewers stunned. When asked by host Andy Cohen if she would like to see her sister, Kyle Richards, reconcile with her estranged husband, Mauricio Umansky, Hilton tearfully replied in the affirmative.
Hilton’s response came as a shock to many, especially considering the past business drama between her husband, Rick, and Umansky. Fans were quick to react on social media, expressing their surprise and confusion. “I did not see Kathy crying about Kyle and Mauricio on my bingo card. #RHOBH,” one viewer commented. Another asked, “Wait Kathy…don’t you hate Mauricio??? Why do you want them back together????” While another fan chimed in with, “Kathy hates change more than she hates Mauricio. #RHOBH.”
Despite the public’s reaction, Hilton has always maintained a positive attitude towards Umansky. In November 2023, she told Extra that she hoped her sister’s marriage could be salvaged, stating, “I would love it if they could put it back together, that would be great. Never say never.” This sentiment was echoed during a December 2024 appearance on “Watch What Happens Live,” where Hilton reiterated that there was always a chance for reconciliation.
Hilton’s comments were not the only emotional moments during the reunion. Kyle Richards herself broke down in tears while discussing the end of her 30-year marriage. She described the situation as “weird” and “sad,” expressing sorrow for her children and reflecting on the good times they had shared. Richards admitted to having regrets about how their relationship had deteriorated, wishing they had communicated better when issues first arose.
She also pointed to external factors that contributed to the downfall of their marriage, such as the changes in their lifestyle over the years. “Money, traveling, the business, the Agency growing, the attention he was getting,” she said. “With all that, women are snakes. They see a man who’s a good husband, good father, has money. They say, ‘Oh, I want that,’ throwing themselves at him. We got married very young. He never got to go out. And I think that contributed to the downfall of our marriage.”
As the reunion came to a close, it was clear that the emotional revelations had left a lasting impact on both the cast and the audience. While the future of Kyle and Mauricio’s relationship remains uncertain, Kathy Hilton’s surprising confession has certainly added another layer of intrigue to the ongoing storyline of “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.”