The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is not only known for being an iconic part of the Housewives franchise but also for having a revolving door of cast members. Throughout the years, we have seen many different Housewives come and go in Beverly Hills. Some have stuck, while others were a one-season wonder, and still others have been spotted as a “friend of” with appearances here and there. Despite the women that come and go, whether we love them or not, there is one Housewife from the past that I do not believe should ever reprise her role: Teddi Mellencamp.
With rumors swirling that Teddi may be returning to The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, I am itching to find out whether there is any truth to it. Truthfully, I do not think it would be a good idea for Teddi to return due to the aggressive cancer she is fighting and the toxic environment that possesses Beverly Hills.
‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Would Be a Toxic Environment for Teddi Mellencamp
During a recent episode of Teddi’s podcast, Two Ts in a Pod, she was asked by her guest, Dolores Catania, if she plans on returning to The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Teddi blushingly responded, “I plead the fifth” and then followed that statement up by explaining that she had no idea if we would be seeing her on our screens again. I do not think Teddi’s return would be a great idea at all. Teddi is currently battling stage 4 metastasized melanoma. In my opinion, the very last thing she needs right now is to return to the show filled with a group of pretentious women who live for drama. Sure, she would have her bestie, Kyle Richards, by her side if she were to return as a full-time Housewife, but what good would that really do when the majority of the fandom wants Kyle out?
I think we are all aware that The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is going downhill due to the tiresome drama, the broken friendships, broken relationships, fan-favorite Garcelle Beauvais not returning, and Kyle Richards’ chokehold on the show. I do not believe the show is necessarily fun anymore like it used to be. The women have created such a toxic environment, which is unfortunate because The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills used to be one of my favorites within the franchise. Now, there is a dark cloud looming over Beverly Hills and I do not believe that is what Teddi Mellencamp needs right now.
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A Return to the Show Can Make Her Health Worse
Filming for The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is the opposite of what Teddi should be focusing on. There have been so many heartbreaking stories involving Teddi and her journey through her cancer, and I have commended her every single time because she has proven each time what a strong woman she is with the most positive mindset. However, I am afraid that would change if she were to join the cast again. Teddi has stated since she was first diagnosed that the most important thing for her and her family during this time is to keep a positive outlook on life. Returning to Beverly Hills would for sure have the opposite effect on her both mentally and physically.
While I watch the show, I am constantly thinking about how I would handle all the drama if I were in any of their shoes. It would definitely put a strain on my mental health and well-being, especially being in the public eye and the inevitable headlines and gossip on social media. Teddi, who has stage 4 cancer and is in a constant battle every day, should not have to deal with the pettiness that is the show. I think she absolutely has bigger fish to fry than worrying about who is going through a divorce or who is battling their ex-husband’s legal issues.
We are all rooting for Teddi Mellencamp to win her battle with cancer. I want to see her succeed in everything that she does in life and enjoy many more years with her family, remaining in the positive mindset that she so strongly does. However, I do not believe hopping back on reality television is the way to go. I think Teddi should remain focused on her treatment and mental health, and The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is not the environment to do it in.