Gretchen Rossi to Rejoin 'Real Housewives of Orange County' in Season 19

The former full-time cast member will return in a part-time 'friend' role as production begins for the upcoming season.

Gretchen Rossi, last seen as a regular cast member in Season 8, will return to 'The Real Housewives of Orange County' in a part-time role for Season 19.
Bravo confirmed Rossi's return, joining a cast that includes Tamra Judge, Heather Dubrow, Shannon Storms Beador, Gina Kirschenheiter, Emily Simpson, Jennifer Pedranti, and Katie Ginella.
Alexis Bellino, who appeared as a 'friend' in Season 18, will not return for the new season following her announced exit from the franchise.
Rossi first joined the show in 2008 during Season 4 and previously made guest appearances in Season 12.
Production for Season 19 has officially begun, with the new season set to feature Rossi alongside her former castmates and longtime partner Slade Smiley.