Noella Bergener Is Reportedly Joining ‘The Real Housewives Of Orange County’ For Season 16!

According to a new report, Braunwyn Windham-Burke, who is not returning The Real Housewives of Orange County next season, is being replaced by her best friend, Noella Bergener. 

Sources reveal that Bergener is set to join the cast for the show's upcoming Season 16. 

"Noella is coming on board as a cast member for the new season, though Braunwyn will not be returning," a source told The Sun. "They tested her out before the firing decisions were made. She has good chemistry with other potential new cast members."

Bergener made a guest appearance in Season 15. Braunwyn described her as "the life of the party."

"She doesn't hold anything back. She is unapologetically herself," the mother of seven said during a confessional last season.

Noella is married to accident attorney James Bergener, and they live in Pelican Crest in Newport, California. They share an 8-month-old son and a 5-year-old daughter, while James has a son from a previous relationship.

The news comes days after it was confirmed that Windham-Burke, Elizabeth Lyn Vargas, and Kelly Dodd are not returning to RHOC for Season 16. According to reports, Bravo decided not to renew their contracts.

A spokesperson confirmed the news to Variety about Windhand-Burke, Lyn Vargas, and Dodd’s departures. 

Shannon Storms Beador, Gina Kirschenheiter, and Emily Simpson, however, are all returning to RHOC for Season 16. They will be joined by former Housewife Heather Dubrow, who originally left the series in 2017 after five seasons. Variety added that one or two new women will also join the cast.

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