Vicki Gunvalson desperate for RHOC spinoff after brutal ‘friend role’ demotion
REALITY star Vicki Gunvalson REALLY wants a spinoff series of her own after it was recently revealed she was offered a demoted role yet again on her longtime Bravo show.
Despite the Real Housewives of Orange County veteran, 57, being an original cast member when the hit show first kicked off in 2006, she has not been asked to return as a full-time housewife for the second season in a row.
It was reported by Radar Online that the network gave the outspoken blonde the option to return in a contract but only for a limited “friend” role.
Amid the news being released, the mom-of-two responded to a fan on an Instagram shot with her brother and sister while on vacation in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
“Maybe you should create a spinoff about your family and business,” one of her followers suggested.
Another fan of RHOC voiced their support for the idea: “Agree, love you Vicki. Time to move on from those ladies. You have a great future filled with love. You don’t need that nastiness in your life.”
“That’s a great idea @bravoandy @bravotv,” the TV personality responded to make sure the king of the network Andy Cohen, 51, gets the message.
An insider revealed Vicki still “hasn’t decided yet” if she will accept a friend role again.
“She has time to accept or decline the offer from Bravo bigwigs,” the source added.
The insurance businesswoman has previously said she would never return to the show unless it was as a full-time housewife.
Earlier this month, The Sun exclusively revealed Vicki would not survive another season after her diva antics caused endless drama with the group of ladies.
Her relationship with Bravo took a big hit after she filed a lawsuit against the network and her on-camera rival Kelly Dodd – who will return next season – after being called a “con woman” by her nemesis.
The lawsuit was ultimately dismissed from court but Vicki’s reputation with her TV executive family could not be repaired.
An insider put it simply to The Sun: “Everyone is sick of her bulls**t.”
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The Sun Online did confirm that along with Kelly, 44, her good friend Gina Kirschenheiter, 35, is also safe from the axe.
Longtime stars Shannon Beador, 55, and Tamra Judge, 52, are also all set to return for season 15.
“Shannon isn’t going anywhere. She’s become synonymous with the brand and has solidified her place on the cast,” a source assured.
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