Gretchen Rossi was not renewed for further seasons after Season 8 of “The Real Housewives of Orange County.” She has since focused on her personal life and business ventures.
Gretchen Rossi joined “The Real Housewives of Orange County” in its fourth season and quickly became one of the show’s most polarizing figures. Her time on the show was marked by various personal and professional dramas, including her relationships with her castmates and her late fiancĂ©, Jeff Beitzel. After Season 8, which aired in 2013, Gretchen was not asked back to the show as a full-time cast member.
Since leaving the show, Gretchen has been busy with several projects and life events. She became engaged to her longtime boyfriend, Slade Smiley, who also appeared on the show. The couple has been open about their struggles with fertility, and in July 2019, they welcomed their first child, a daughter named Skylar Gray.
Professionally, Gretchen has continued to work on her business ventures, including her handbag line, Gretchen Christine Collection, and has been involved in various other entrepreneurial pursuits. She has also made appearances on other television shows and events, maintaining a presence in the media and entertainment industry.
Despite no longer being a part of the “Real Housewives” franchise, Gretchen has remained in the public eye through her social media presence, where she shares aspects of her life with her followers, including her experiences as a mother and businesswoman. Her departure from the show has allowed her to focus on these personal endeavors and build a life beyond reality TV.