Former “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Crystal Kung Minkoff is opening up about her possible return to the network and popular franchise. In a new interview, the mother of two said that while she was initially opposed to coming back to the show following her departure in 2024, the 43-year-old is feeling different about the program these days.
Speaking with E! News, Minkoff told the outlet that should Bravo call her to be featured in season 16, she’d be up for the challenge.
“I think I just needed some time and Cynthia Bailey is my co-host of Humble Brag and so she saw rumors out there and she had to ask me so it became sort of a thing,” she said in June 2026. “And it’s always one of those topics where Housewives in the past are asked these questions.”
Crystal Kung Minkoff Explains Why She’d Accept An Offer To Return To Bravo And ‘RHOBH’
Minkoff went on to say that it took her “a couple years” to even consider making a return to Bravo or the “Real Housewives” franchise. However, this year, the TV personality said that she found herself mulling over the question more than she has in the past.
Additionally, Minkoff, who will also be featured in the network’s massive 20th anniversary special for the “Real Housewives” later this year, said that her deep love and appreciation for Bravo would also be part of the reason why she’d return.
“I just love Bravo and I love the whole experience,” she said, adding, “and I just feel through Humble Brag I’m comfortable being myself so that’s all.”
Crystal Kung Minkoff Spoke With ‘RHOA’ Cast Member, Cynthia Bailey, About Making A Comeback
Minkoff’s latest comments come days after the former “Real Housewives” star told her “Humble Brag” co-host, Cynthia Bailey, that she had been having conversations with the network about her future.
“I’m always having conversations in general at Bravo,” she said. “Just, you know, doing little things here and there.”
As for her return, Minkoff said that she would love to pop up as an official friend to the show. “Like, you’ve made that the ideal role,” she said to Bailey. “But it just depends on the cast. But yeah, I think I’d be ready. I think I’m finally ready.”
Minkoff announced her departure from the program in April 2024, calling her exit “bittersweet.”
“Never did I think I would have been asked to do the show in a million years, let alone film it for three seasons. Every single year I was asked back, it was a blessing. It was an honor,” she said, noting how important it was for her to be the first Asian-American on “RHOBH.”
Continuing, Minkoff said that her appearance on the show meant a lot to her and for other people before thanking the audience for their unwavering support.
“But this is not goodbye, this is a see you soon,” she added. “I have some other things going on that I will be sharing with you soon that I’ll still be able to connect with you because at the end of the day, that is been my biggest gift of filming. This show is connecting with so many of you with your beautiful stories.”
Garcelle Beauvais Seems To Have A Different Feeling About Returning To ‘RHOBH’
While Minkoff is open to returning to “RHOBH,” former cast member Garcelle Beauvais feels the complete opposite.
For those who may be unfamiliar, the “Coming to America” actress departed the series in 2025, revealing she left to spend more time with her children, Jax and Jaid.
According to a previous report from The Blast, Beauvais opened up about her departure in her new memoir, “Protecting My Peace… At All Costs,” sharing that she said goodbye to the series after revealing that a “line was drawn” in the sand.
“I felt like my spirit could no longer do it. (It was) just drama for the sake of drama,” she said.
Beauvais Teased Her Book With A Candid Social Media Post
Beauvais teased her book on Instagram, sharing that she “poured my heart” into it.
“Open, intimate, vulnerable,” she added. “Some might say brave.”
According to the decorated actress, her memoir is a “love letter” to her family, detailing her journey from Haiti to the bright lights of Hollywood.
