Rachel Zoe is officially returning to reality television, this time as a cast member on season 15 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (RHOBH). The 53-year-old fashion designer and former TV personality made the announcement via Instagram on June 6, expressing excitement about her new chapter with the Bravo franchise. Bravo also confirmed the casting, marking a highly anticipated comeback for Zoe, who has long been part of the network’s extended reality TV family.
Rachel Zoe Returns to TV After a Decade of Fashion and Media Success
Zoe’s return comes more than a decade after her breakout series The Rachel Zoe Project, which aired from 2008 to 2013. That show followed Zoe’s fast-paced life as a celebrity stylist and fashion designer, garnering a dedicated fan base. Since then, she has continued her work in fashion through various ventures, most notably The Zoe Report, a fashion and lifestyle newsletter she launched in 2009. In her RHOBH announcement video, Zoe hinted that the timing now felt right for her to return to television.
Rachel Zoe Joins RHOBH Season 15, Marking a Glamorous Return to Reality TVZoe’s influence continues to extend into pop culture. Earlier in 2024, actress Leslie Bibb revealed that she had modeled aspects of her character in White Lotus on Zoe’s persona, particularly inspired by The Rachel Zoe Project. Bibb mentioned this during a conversation with Andy Cohen on SiriusXM, further highlighting Zoe’s enduring impact on how the fashion world is perceived in media. Her return to Bravo promises to bring both nostalgia and fresh perspectives to viewers.
Personal Transformation and Cast Shakeups Usher in a New Era for RHOBH
Zoe’s life has undergone significant changes since her first Bravo appearance. In September 2024, she and her husband, Rodger Berman publicly announced their separation after 33 years together. The couple, who share two sons—Skyler, 13, and Kaius, 10—emphasized their ongoing commitment to co-parenting and working together on shared business ventures. This new chapter in Zoe’s personal life could bring added depth to her RHOBH storyline, giving fans a more intimate look at her evolution.
Zoe’s casting follows the departure of long-time RHOBH cast member Garcelle Beauvais, who left after five seasons to focus on family and new creative projects. With Beauvais stepping away, season 15 is poised for a fresh dynamic, especially with Zoe’s entry.
Other season 14 stars included Kyle Richards, Erika Girardi, Dorit Kemsley, Sutton Stracke, and Bozoma Saint John, along with Friends Kathy Hilton and Jennifer Tilly. Their return has yet to be confirmed, making Zoe’s addition one of the first major casting revelations for the upcoming season.