Gretchen Rossi
Gretchen Rossi | |
|---|---|
Rossi in 2009 | |
| Born | October 30, 1978 Michigan, United States |
| Occupation | Television personality |
| Notable work | The Real Housewives of Orange County |
| Spouse |
Christopher Rossi
(m. 2004; div. 2007) |
| Partner | Slade Smiley |
| Children | 1 |
Gretchen Rossi (born October 30, 1978)[1] is an American television personality and businesswoman.
Career
Rossi joined The Real Housewives of Orange County in 2008 (season 4) to 2013 (season 8).[2] Rossi returned to The Real Housewives of Orange County as a “friend of the housewives” in 2025 (Season 19). In January 2026, it was confirmed that Rossi would be exiting the series once again after one season.[3]
Personal life
Rossi is from Michigan.[4][5][6] In 2004 she married film technician Chris Rossi,[7] but they divorced in 2007.[8] She is in a relationship with Slade Smiley.[9][10] The couple have a daughter together.[11] Previously, Rossi was engaged to Jeff Beitzel, who died from cancer.[2][12][13]
References
- ^ "Gretchen Rossi News". Us Weekly. Retrieved 2025-09-06.
- ^ a b "Gretchen Rossi Sets 'Real Housewives of Orange County' Return for Season 19". People.com. Retrieved 2025-09-06.
- ^ https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/gretchen-rossi-not-returning-rhoc-season-20-tamra-judge-will-1236627879/
- ^ Cardoza, Riley (2021-04-21). "Gretchen Rossi Needs 'More Time' Before Implanting Remaining Embryo". Us Weekly. Retrieved 2025-09-06.
- ^ Macke, Johnni (2021-04-22). "RHOC's Gretchen Rossi, Slade Smiley Aren't Married But Wear Rings". Us Weekly. Retrieved 2025-09-06.
- ^ "What Happened to Gretchen Rossi – 2025 Recent News & Updates - Gazette Review". 2022-04-04. Retrieved 2025-09-06.
- ^ "ROSSI Gretchen Forward of Montrose and Christopher". LA Times. January 3, 2004. Retrieved September 16, 2025.
- ^ "EXCLUSIVE: They're Engaged! Gretchen Rossi Proposes to Boyfriend Slade Smiley". In Touch Weekly. April 16, 2013. Retrieved September 16, 2025.
- ^ Simpson, Kaitlin (2025-01-31). "RHOC's Gretchen Rossi and Slade Smiley's Family Album: Photos". Us Weekly. Retrieved 2025-09-06.
- ^ "Gretchen Rossi, Slade Smiley Had 'Difficulty Finding Balance' Raising Daughter After Losing Slade's Son (Exclusive)". People.com. Retrieved 2025-09-06.
- ^ "'RHOC' Alum Gretchen Rossi Announces Death of Slade Smiley's Son Following Cancer Battle". cbs8.com. 2023-02-07. Retrieved 2025-09-06.
- ^ "RHOC Alum Gretchen Rossi Awarded $523,000 in Defamation Case 7 Years After Legal Battle Began". People.com. Retrieved 2025-09-06.
- ^ "Real Housewives Star Gretchen Has Good & Bad Days Since Fiance's Death". People.com. Retrieved 2025-09-06.
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