After weeks of speculation, we are sad to report that Gina Liano confirmed that she was officially leaving The Real Housewives of Melbourne after four seasons.
The glamour barrister notified her fans that she was not returning to the show's upcoming fifth season when she released a statement via her Instagram page after Foxtel unveiled the official season five cast.
"A big congratulations to the cast of The Real Housewives of Melbourne season 5!!! How exciting and welcome to the 4 newbies," she wrote. I will miss you all and look forward to watching you in season 5!!!"
"Thank you to Foxtel and matchbox pictures for a wonderful 4 seasons and for your well wishes as I step back from the show," she continued. "An extra big thank you to all my gorgeous followers who have travelled through the last 4 glorious seasons of #RHOMelbourne with me and have made it the most enjoyable ride."
She added, "I have loved it and am eternally grateful for all your love and support ❤️ Sending lots of love to you all always 😘 #excitingtimesahead 🍾🥂💃🏻 Love Gina xxxx 💋."
Schiavello and Liano were originally scheduled to return with Janet Roach and Gamble Breaux when Foxtel first revealed the cast for Season 5 in February 2020. They were joined by new cast members Anjali Rao, Cherry Dipietrantonio, and Kyla Kirkpatrick.
Earlier today, Foxtel revealed the NEW cast for Season 5 which includes Roach, Breaux with newbies, Rao, Dipietrantonio, Kirkpatrick along with new cast member Simone Elliott. Despite calling it quits last year, original cast member Jackie Gillies is returning to the series, which is set to air later this year.
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