Real Housewives of Orange County is in turmoil as two cast members have revealed they are not going to be returning when the show resumes for its 17th season later this year.
Dr Jen Armstrong and Noella Bergener revealed the shock news on their respective Instagram accounts on Friday.
Both ladies were part of the hit ITVBe show for just one season.
Announcing her news Dr Jen, 42, wrote: "I loved opening up about being a working mom on Real Housewives of Orange County. I am so grateful to have had the privilege to talk about my father, my kids, and a real modern relationship on national television.
"My family and my work are the most important aspects of my life, so I am stepping away from RHOC and focusing on them."
She continued: "Thank you to everyone who has reached out in support- especially from the working moms. Women can really have it all if you work for it...
"I am forever grateful for the friends I made, and the lovely people at Bravo and Evolution media. Here's to the next chapter, and I hope you'll follow along for the journey.
"There are so many exciting things to come, so stay tuned."
Numerous fans reacted with sadness to the post, with one commenting: "So sad, that you are leaving the show! Will miss you."
Another replied: "You are and will always be, my favourite housewife. Your next chapter is going to be extraordinary."
A third said: "Gonna miss you on the show. Glad we can still follow you here. Wishing you nothing but the best."
Jen is now single after splitting from Rynne Holiday - with whom she shares three children, twins Vince and Vera, 10, and son Robert, nine.
Noella, 36, posted her update to her Stories on the social media platform, meanwhile.
The divorcee appeared to deactivate her account shortly afterwards, however.
"After a wild season of ups and downs, I will not be returning to the Real Housewives of Orange County," she declared - before it was removed.
She added: "Thanks for all the love during quite possibly the hardest year of my life.
"I look forward to brighter skies ahead, and can't wait to share what's next."
Fans took to Twitter to express their disappointment at the news, with one stating: "Let's raise a toast to this great woman who ruffled the wrong f(h)eathers, Noella Bergener you will be MISSED!"
Another wrote: "Noella Bergener had the f****** IT FACTOR and it's a damn shame she's not being brought back for the next season of RHOC."
A third simply said: "I'm sorry to see her leave. She was a great addition."
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