"Yesterday I said goodbye to [the] best the friend I've ever had in my life.. Monty was an amazing person with an amazing soul ... We shared over 30 years of Love & Happiness and brought a beautiful daughter into [the] world. I am so grateful for all that we shared," Kim wrote in the caption to a photo of the pair on Instagram Monday. "I love you Monty my angel in heaven .. and I know that we [will] be together again one day. I will carry you in my heart always my love...until then, may you rest in peace."
Kim and Monty were married from 1985 to 1988 and had one daughter together, Brooke, who is now 29 years old. The couple remained close since the divorce with Kim by Monty's side as he struggled with lung cancer during his later years.
Kim's sister and RHOBH castmate Kyle Richards also posted a loving tribute to her former brother-in-law Monday. "We love you @montybrinson you will be missed dearly," Kyle wrote on Instagram. "The kindest , gentlest soul who inspired so many with his positive attitude throughout his battle with cancer. May you rest in peace now..."
Monty also received some love from Kim and Kyle's fellow 'Wives.
❤️RIP and fly with the Angels sweet Monty, your beautiful spirit will be missed here on earth.... https://t.co/OuXgWyrPbR
— YOLANDA (@YolandaHFoster) January 26, 2016
@momsbirdie @montybrinson RIP 💔
— Brandi Glanville (@BrandiGlanville) January 25, 2016
My deepest condolences. He was a lovely man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. 😓🙏❤️ https://t.co/pgH8khC8La
— Camille Grammer (@TheRealCamilleG) January 26, 2016
Sending my thoughts and prayers to @KimRichards11 and family. I'm so sorry for your loss.
— Vicki Gunvalson (@vgunvalson) January 26, 2016
Sad #RHOBH news for Kim :-( https://t.co/uBEvGodmUN
— Alex McCord (@mccordalex) January 26, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with Kim and their loved ones during this difficult time. #RIPMonty
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