Reactions to Gretchen Rossi’s Return and Looks

Tamra Judge has expressed her opinion that Gretchen Rossi’s personality and appearance could use a refresh. During an exclusive interview, Judge criticized Rossi’s recent return to The Real Housewives of Orange County after a 12-year absence, saying Rossi seems fixated on the past and hasn’t adapted to how the show has changed over the years.

Judge remarked, “I feel like she can’t move forward, she wants to talk about the past. She thinks the show still operates like it did 15 years ago, but it’s a different show now.” She also commented on Rossi’s style, describing it as “out of date” and indicating that Rossi has not evolved with the show’s current aesthetic and social media landscape.

Tamra Judge on Virtual Reali-Tea — Judge reacted critically to Rossi’s outdated personality and look in an interview.

Despite her initial hopes to start fresh and put a long-standing feud behind her, Judge was disappointed, noting Rossi’s persistent focus on old conflicts. She shared that her effort to reintroduce herself positively was met with resistance, with Rossi remaining true to her previous persona.

Judge also commented on Rossi’s return to “RHOC” — announced in January — as somewhat reminiscent of Alexis Bellino’s brief comeback in Season 18. Rossi is returning in a lesser role as a “friend” of the cast, having previously been a full-time cast member during seasons 4 to 8.

Tamra Judge — Judge criticized Rossi’s appearance, saying “They’re both bad.”

Rossi’s personal life continues to garner attention, including the birth of her daughter, Skylar Gray, in July 2019, after four years of IVF treatments. Rossi and her partner, Slade Smiley, who previously was engaged to another “RHOC” alum, share their daughter and seem to be thriving despite the drama.