Andy Cohen, Tamra Judge and More React to Vicki Gunvalson’s ‘RHOC’ Demotion

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Andy Cohen, Tamra Judge and More React to Vicki Gunvalson's 'RHOC' Demotion

Still shook? News of Vicki Gunvalson’s demotion rocked Orange County. Us Weekly exclusively revealed on Tuesday, July 2, that the 57-year-old reality star would not be a full-time Housewife on the upcoming season of The Real Housewives of Orange County. Vicki, who is the only cast member who has starred on the show since 2006, will be featured in a “friend” role. The Coto Insurance founder reacted to the news with a heartfelt post on Tuesday. “For the past 14 years I’ve opened up my life, my loves, my ups and downs on The Real Housewives of Orange County and I am proud to be the ‘OG of the OC,’” Vicki wrote via Instagram. “I am back again this season right in the middle of the action, and I hope you have as much fun watching the show as I did living it in front of the cameras. Stay tuned to Bravo August 6th.” [jwplayer dqqr3mfZ-l3ahXupL] Us previously reported that a shakeup was coming to RHOC in May. An insider told Us at the time that Vicki was not included in the group cast photos. “They shot multiple options,” the source noted. Vicki is not the first Housewife to be switched from full-time to a “friend of.” Most notably, Luann de Lesseps was demoted for season 6 of Real Housewives of New York City after five seasons. She came back for season 7 as an official cast member and never looked back. Fans can see Tamra Judge, Shannon Storms Beador, Kelly Dodd, Gina Kirschenheitr, Emily Simpson and newbie Braunwyn Windham-Burke in full-time roles when season 14 of RHOC premieres on Bravo Tuesday, August 6, at 9 p.m. ET. For now, scroll through to see who is offering Vicki support — and who is celebrating her demotion:

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Vicki Gunvalson

Vicki spoke out about the demotion on Jerry O’Connell’s talk show on August 13. "I talked to [Andy Cohen] last night, because I said, ‘What do I say?' He said, 'You know what? Nobody has ever lasted 14 years on a reality show, be happy and proud of that.' And I'm still in,” she said on the Jerry O’ show. "Our producer Scott Dunlap said, ‘Unless they kick you off the horse, don't voluntarily get off the horse.' So, I'm still on the horse. I'm still on the pony! I don't know what my future is, but I'm having fun and they're my friends."

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Shannon Beador

"Had a ball with you this year mi amiga! You're not going anywhere...#tresamigas,” Shannon commented, referring to her nickname with Tamra and Vicki.

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Andy Cohen

“Vicki you ARE the OC. Here’s to another 14 years..... #OGofOC,” the producer commented on Vicki’s post on Tuesday.

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Tamra Judge

Tamra, who is now the longest running full-time RHOC cast member, sent Vicki support: “We wont let you leave .....ever❤️”

Vicki replied, “@tamrajudge Thanks honey.. #tresamigas.” 

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Kelly Dodd

Kelly, who had a falling out with Vicki during season 13, celebrated Vicki’s demotion. After a fan expressed their concerns on Kelly’s page, she clapped back, “I bet you this years ratings will surpass her last 3 years!! Guaranteed!!! ♥️♥️♥️” 

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Gretchen Rossi

The RHOC alum opted to give Vicki a compliment on the post: “You look beautiful.” 

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Emily Simpson

After a social media user reminded fans in the comments of Emily’s most recent Instagram that Vicki would still appear on the season, she quoted Taylor Swift.

“‘You need to calm down’ - TS,” Emily wrote.

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Lydia McLaughlin

Lydia, who starred on seasons 8 and 12, sent love with a pink heart emoji. 

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Lizzie Rovesk

“♥️♥️♥️♥️,” Lizzie, who was demoted to a friend for season 10 before leaving all-together, commented.