What Happened to Brandi Glanville?

Brandi Glanville rose to prominence as a cast member on Bravo's 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' (RHOBH), joining in its second season in 2011. Her candid personality, sharp wit, and willingness to engage in conflict quickly made her a fan favorite, leading to her becoming a full-time housewife. Prior to her reality TV career, Glanville had a successful modeling career, working internationally for high-profile brands like Chanel, Gucci, and Versace after moving to Paris at age 16. Her public profile was further amplified by her highly publicized divorce from actor Eddie Cibrian.

After her departure from RHOBH as a main cast member in 2015, Glanville continued to appear on various reality television shows, including 'Celebrity Apprentice,' 'Celebrity Big Brother' (UK and US), 'Famously Single,' 'My Kitchen Rules,' and 'The Traitors.' She also became a New York Times bestselling author with her memoirs 'Drinking and Tweeting: And Other Brandi Blunders' (2013) and 'Drinking and Dating: P.S. Social Media Is Ruining Romance' (2014). In 2013, she launched her popular podcast, 'Brandi Glanville Unfiltered,' where she discusses pop culture, celebrity gossip, and her personal life.

The period from late 2023 through early 2026 was significantly marked by a severe and mysterious health battle. Glanville began experiencing facial swelling, speech difficulties, and even lost several teeth, initially suspecting a parasite contracted during filming 'The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Morocco' in early 2023. This condition, which she described as feeling like something 'sucking or having babies in my face,' led to immense financial strain, depleting her savings due to extensive medical tests and treatments, costing upwards of $70,000. The health issues also caused her significant social anxiety and led to a more introverted lifestyle.

Adding to her challenges, Glanville was involved in a controversy during the filming of 'The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip' season 5 (initially set for 2024 release), where she was accused of sexual harassment by Caroline Manzo, leading to the season's cancellation and a lawsuit. While a producer's testimony in early 2024 suggested Manzo did not feel sexually violated at the time, Glanville expressed frustration over the public perception and the impact on her career. By late 2025, after years of uncertainty and numerous doctor visits, Glanville finally received a diagnosis for her facial disfigurement.

In February 2026, Glanville revealed that the underlying cause of her health issues was ruptured breast implants she had for nearly two decades. She underwent life-saving surgery to remove them, a procedure she hopes will be the first step in her full recovery. As of May 2026, Glanville has debuted a 'transformed look' at events like the Sundance Film Festival, crediting medical experts and CellSound technology for her improved appearance. She has moved into a new home, which she describes as a 'fresh start,' and continues to be active with her podcast and other creative endeavors, focusing on a calmer, more positive environment.