He had a major lapse in judgment. While at the brand, she's had the opportunity to interview a long list of celebrities, from Kate Hudson to Pierce Brosnan to Billy Porter. Then he begins his . In fact, Noella's lawyers were "annoyed" with her when she wouldn't serve him papers while he was staying at a hotel nearby. Once Noella joined the pair, she offered a few more details about her marital woes. On Christmas Eve, Noella's estranged husband, James. Noella alleged that she was very protective of [James] during filming and that she had real, criminal & horrifying receipts, but did not ever want them to see the light of day, in order to guard their son. (Its unclear what she meant by that, as she had shared wedding photos in December 2018, listing New Years Eve as their anniversary.) In the days leading up to the new year, Noella continued to stress her struggles with James and her desire to co-parent peacefully. The Real Housewives of Orange Countyairs Wednesdays at 9 p.m. EST on Bravo. "My love for my son has never waned or waxed or left. "[Money] wasn't in my mind when I wanted to build a family and love this man," she added. Later, Noella starts a feud with OG housewife Heather Dubrow after calling Heather a fake b.. James filed for divorce from Amy after 15 years of marriage in 2018. RHOC 's Noella Bergener Reveals She Has a New Boyfriend Amid Divorce From Ex James The Real Housewives of Orange County star Noella Bergener has moved on from estranged husband James. ", "I was in shock when I found out about my husband's tax debts," she added in her confessional. ET. I mean, I wish I had three so I could keep it open. Still, Noella is trying to move forward. Since then he has refused to sign, threatened to sue the network, not seen our son, added illegal terms for me signing a retraction to Bravo, pushed forward with his fraudulent divorce in Puerto Rico, tortured me by withholding funds needed for our child, etc. 51,374, This story has been shared 33,709 times. "Real Housewives of Orange County" star Noella Bergener defended meeting her now-estranged husband on a sugar daddy dating site. The upcoming season of RHOC will show Noella finding solace in co-star Shannon Storms Beador's company. By subscribing to this BDG newsletter, you agree to our. He's my best f---ing friend.". Noella Bergener Finds out Where Her Ex-Husband Has Been Staying. She loves to multi-task as a writer and a private chef. Get. She later walked the runway for Chanel and appeared on the cover of a 2004 Turkish edition of Esquire. At the start of Wednesday's episode, Noella, 36, told costar Shannon Beador that she and her husband James were facing some financial troubles over a house they owned in Puerto Rico. Noella Bergener has shared her ups and downs during her rookie season of The Real Housewives of Orange County. "We just got it trademarked. Right now we're not in a good space," she said through tears. Now, Noella who is mom to 2-year-old son James Jr. with her ex, and daughter Coco, 7, from a previous relationship can confirm she's officially divorced. Noella Bergener is brand new to the cast of The Real Housewives of Orange County. The mom of two who also has 7-year-old daughter Coco from a previous marriage revealed in January that shes dating someone new. My journey with RHOC is teaching me that maybe my best isnt projecting perfection but rather embracing the imperfect.. "At this point, 4 days before filming, it was too late to pull out and frankly the show was the only thing keeping him honest. You can watch new episodes of The Real Housewives of Orange County Wednesdays on Bravo at 9 p.m. EST. ET) on Bravo. I will make sure he goes to therapy before reentering our sons life but if he does the work and I can forgive him so can you. The two are in the middle of a divorce and a legal and physical custody of their two-year-old child, James Bergener II, according to a report from The Sun. When it comes to their son, Noella claimsthat James has not only not paid support, but alsoclaims that he has not seen their son once in the past five months, despite making several trips back to Orange County from Puerto Rico. "So there's no way that you can reach out saying 'We're going to figure this out together, we're going to get through it together, don't break up our family like this'?" "As filming got closer and closer, though, she changed. "I'm lost. For instant access, as well as more exclusive content featuring your favorite Bravolebs, sign up to be aBravo Insider. The following year, Noella and James welcomed their son via surrogate and were legally married in 2020. Fans were introduced to Noella at the start of RHOC season 16 in December 2021 as part of the new cast shake-up. "The hard thing is he is my best friend. All Rights Reserved. He asked for my help with his PR. Heather Dubrow Was Serious About Quitting 'RHOC' Over Early Drama, Gina Kirschenheiter '100 Percent' Thought Heather Was Quitting 'RHOC', RHOC: Shannon Says Bringing Up Nicole/Dubrow Drama Was 'Huge Mistake', By signing up, you agree to our "Well, it's a dating website but it's a naughty one," she explained. Speaking on RHOC season 16 episode 1, Noella said that she met James Bergener online and the pair spoke online for a few weeks before they met at the Ritz. The Real Housewives of Orange County airs Wednesdays (9 p.m. James ended his first explainer by wishing Noella the best, but he wasn't done there. But after Bravo announced theyd cast Noella on RHOC Season 16 and fired Braunwyn the friendship soured. James Bergener, the estranged husband of Noella Bergener, released a statement in regard to their messy split, which has been playing out on The Real Housewives of Orange County in recent weeks, on Wednesday. As per Noellas Bravo profile, her ex unexpectedly filed for divorce. Bravos longest-standing Real Housewives show is back in 2021 for a sixteenth season. When I said to the ladies that he literally took his toothbrush, that's exactly what I mean.". Going to a wedding seemed like a really bad idea. Noella also told Gina and Shannon that she was "forcing the sale" of the Puerto Rico house so that the debts could be resolved, but James was fighting her on it. The RHOC newcomer also replied to fan comments a month earlier, intimating that jealousy over her casting and lost trust had caused the falling out. The show is set to be brimming with drama once again as Heather returns and two newbies join the group. We've owned it for seven months. Noella Bergener 's estranged husband, James Bergener, is speaking out against the Real Housewives of Orange County cast member following the sharing of a shocking Instagram message over the weekend. Does that sound good?" "My heart is breaking for you. I love Noella, but I do not know who she is anymore., James explained that he grew up in a conservative environment and that his relationship with his wife was unhealthy, and marred by sex, drugs, and rock n roll., I lost almost everything, including myself, he told his followers. The reality star went on to address James alleged lies shared in his videos. She wrote in a post on December 25th: " Lie - That we're divorced James fraudulently filed for divorce in Puerto Rico due to his tax scheme. In the clip, above, Heather Dubrow and her daughter, Max, also head out for a mother-daughter bonding day featuring an aura reading, naturally and Heather can't help but use the occasion to gush about her kid, who, no-big-deal, already has a podcast and a book release under her belt. I lost sight of who I was and who I am., A post shared by James Bergener (@real_james_bergener). Noella Bergener leaned on her new RHOC costars amid her marital troubles. "Initially, it was one lien for $4 million. His cars are here. The RHOC star cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for their split, and requested primary and physical custody of their 2-year-old son, James. 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That's a big no-no," she said, adding to the cameras, "I don't have a bank account with savings and I don't have access to any other line of credit. Everything To Know About 'Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip' Season 3, 'RHOSLC' Star Jen Shah Just Went To Prison For 6.5 Years, Everything To Know About 'The Real Housewives Of Potomac' Season 8. Noella Bergener, right, is one of two new cast members on "The Real Housewives of Orange County," the 16th season of which premieres on Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021. "I don't know what to do. When Shannon asked where James was, Noella told her she didn't know. During part one of the RHOC reunion on Wednesday, host Andy Cohen questioned Bergener about meeting James who she has claimed abandoned their 2-year-old son on Seeking Arrangement. The divorce came on the heels of James receiving a federal tax lien totaling over $4 million, and a separate lien from California for $1.85 million, per Radar Online. Speaking to Entertainment Tonight in 2021, Shannon said that she and Noella had grown close. As per his website, Sweet James is recognized as one of the countrys leading personal injury lawyers and hes also a legal analyst on radio and television. It's just difficult to not have that trust. "Once we realized that we could have children and I can start IVF, it was important for me to do the gathering of our family and the picture of me in the white dress. Anybody whos out there said I cared about money or gold-digging kind of thing, she said. It seems that Noella and James are technically still married, but she wrote in another Instagram post on December 28th that progress had been made with her divorce: If you read nothing else just know for the first time in months there is forward movement in my divorce. Photo: Charles Sykes/Bravo/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty, Braunwyn Windham-Burke on Her Vegas Commitment to Jennifer Spinner: 'In My Eyes and Heart, She's My Wife', Ashley Darby Says She Can't Get Alimony in Michael Darby Divorce: 'It Didn't Work Out in My Favor', Who Is Kenya Moore's Estranged Husband? Noella called Shannon and revealed that someone had come by the house to serve her divorce papers. "LOVE no matter my is always something to celebrate. He paid the retainer! She wrote in a post on December 25th: Lie That were divorced James fraudulently filed for divorce in Puerto Rico due to his tax scheme. Cohen also asked Noella to clarify the timeline of their relationship. I wish you got to meet them., In her Instagram bio, Noella notes that shes proud to be RHOCs first Black Housewife and loves honest people, strong women and repping POC. Now on the single mom grind, she recently opened up about dreading her first Thanksgiving without her estranged husband. ", In her defense, Noella said, "I didn't care about the actual piece of paper for divorce. "But yeah, I'll keep one eye open. Since separating from Noella, Ive paid nearly $100,000 in housing. Noella Bergener and Gina Kirschenheiter Are Bonding Over Ros and News About Noella's Life In this first look at the January 12 episode of RHOC , Heather Dubrow also shares an update on her . 26,337, 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved Again, I am not a perfect man, but the love I have for my son is, and I will never abandon him or leave him.". Yes, Noella Bergener technically has a husband in 2021, but she's in the midst of a divorce as her reality TV debut airs. Many fans believe that James relocated to the island to dodge divorce laws in California, but the rumors have not been substantiated. The sun is setting on season 16 of The Real Housewives of Orange County. The Real Housewives of Orange County two-part reunion concludes on Bravo next Wednesday at 9 p.m. Nancy's married and the proud mom of 2 German Shepherds. What James was telling me about his partners indictment, financial divorce from his ex & his tax debts didnt make sense to me. Have something to tell us about this article? That is how my family has made it these past months. It is under appeal since he lied multiple times in his testimony and jurisdiction is in California where were residents and were married.. Sabrina is a copywriter/content specialist with a passion for writing. "I really just want to put this to bed and move on," Gina said in her confessional. "He's from Utah!" ET Not long after filming for Season 16 of The Real Housewives of Orange County kicked off, Noella Bergener's husband "Sweet" James Bergener served her divorce papers from Puerto Rico. Though a messy battle surrounding the pair's split ensued, all proceedings were finalized that December. "It's called Seeking Arrangement.". He cut my Venmo & PayPal which I use to pay our sons therapists. However, her estranged husband vehemently denies her claims. So, lets find out more about newcomer Noella her divorce and previous marriages explored. In this upcoming Season 16 episode, Noella and Gina are bonding about what's happening in the former's life. Ive wanted to call her so many times since our bad breakup but without trust you have nothing.. However, it appears that they had a ceremony for family and friends back in 2018. The couple frequently traveled on private jets to destinations including Puerto Rico, Monaco, St. Tropez, Paris, Portofino, Maldives, Dubai, and Bora Bora. Photo: noella bergener/ instagram. Only after his background check revealed he had lied to me for years about his tax debts did he hesitate. After hearing about Noella's news, Shannon, 57, expressed how sorry she was, having gone through her own trust issues in her marriage with ex David Beador. The reality star was devastated as she always felt James was her one true love. Next:RHOC: Heather & Terry Dubrow Land Spinoff Dating Show, 7 Year Stitch. since we made that agreement. Yes, although Noella's husband, James Bergener, filed for divorce in 2021, the couple is still married as per Noella's recent Instagram post. Noella sounded off on her own Instagram account, shortly after James posted his explanation. Noella, who's a great addition to RHOC, exclusively told the publication at the DirecTV Drag Bowl. Noella has been open about James autism diagnosis on the show and on social media. I need a breath. Explaining that the former NBC weatherman was the oldest living man in the US with sickle cell anemia, she memorialized her dad as a champion of countless charities benefiting children with life-threatening illnesses. She came to PEOPLE in March 2021 after working at a number of major news companies, including Newsweek and Us Weekly. Its very, very fresh. As per Bravo, Noella's divorce is set to be a storyline of RHOC season 16. By Ally Mauch. But Noella said in response, "He cared about meeting a beautiful girl.". Noella said that the two initially met online and their first date at the Ritz cemented their five-year relationship and subsequent marriage. We wanted to try for a family and wanted our kid(s) to know that we made that commitment in front of family and friends. That is how my family has made it these past months. James went on to stress that he plans to work with Noella through their issues so that they can work out a "beneficial custody program" for their son. In the first clip, James claims that Noella is the one who filed for separation, prompting him to make the decision to leave and go to their vacation home in Puerto Rico, where he currently resides, and has since been granted divorce from thereality TV star. So we had a wedding ceremony knowing that it wasn't fully legal. Hearing stories from your friends about how proud you were to be a grandfather gives me such comfort. This season, the ladies were shocked when Noella revealed that she and her husband, "Sweet James". Anybody who's out there said I [only] cared about money or gold-digging kind of thing. ", RELATED VIDEO: Gina Kirschenheiter Reveals Which RHOC Cast Mates She Trusts the Most. Want moreRHOC? Noella, who also has a daughter named Coco, asked for monthly spousal support and that her estranged husband only be granted visitation rights. Noella Bergner's Husband & Divorce. We've received your submission. Copyright 2023 Distractify. Our goal is to provide the public with the facts related to James Bergeners ongoing divorce from Noella Bergener., A post shared by James Bergener (@real_james_bergener), The statement went on, James and Noella moved their family to the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico in late 2020. During her downtime, she loves watching tv and spending quality time with her adorable puppy. James claimed that the couples divorce was granted in Puerto Rico, where he filed the papers, earlier this month. On December 24, the famed lawyer issued a video statement on Instagram where he claimed to have provided his ex, and their son, with ample financial support. Subscribe to The Daily Dish podcast, join our Facebook group, and follow us on Instagramfor the latest news hot off the presses. And now she's opening up even more to Gina Kirschenheiter about what's happening in her personal life. It didn't take long for Noella to address James' videos with a few statements of her own, in which she shot down the "lies" she says James was spewing in his videos, including her choosing the show over their marriage, facts about their divorce, his support oftheir son and the tax liens being leveled against him. On tonight's episode of the Bravo show, the reality star was shocked as she learned of her husband, James Bergener's, massive tax debt before being served divorce documents. Noella is 36 years old and is a mother to two children, with her youngest, James Junior, James Bergener's son. "Noella put our situation into more perspective for me personally, but clearly I'm not happy about how everything happened," Gina said. ", Noella also told Shannon, "He made an error and he needs to repair it, but I never thought that this would be the end of our marriage. She and James, who got married in 2020, had a tumultuous split, with the Bravo star claiming that he abandoned their autistic son, James Jr. She also claimed she was squatting in their mansion after he cut off all her credit cards. As for having a wedding before his divorce from his first wife was finalized, Noella said it wasnt a big deal for her. Count your blessings because they are many Happy 22 .". 2023 GRV Media Ltd. All Rights Reserved. In a follow-up clip, James spoke about their son, and how he's continued to support him despite Noella's claims to the contrary. Cookies collect information about your preferences and your device and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests. Advertisement. Noella Bergener's surgery has not been spoken about a lot. I wanted a 3rd party to confirm he was being truthful. The RHOC star denied that they were actually divorced. The official synopsis reads: "After a five-year hiatus, Heather Dubrow makes her return . As the episode went on, things took a turn for the worse. When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Noella Bergener from The Real Housewives of Orange County recently confirmed she is in a new relationship following her divorce from her ex James. Since separating from Noella, Ive paid nearly $100,000 in housing. In June 2020, Noella announced on Instagram that after four proposals and six years together, she and personal injury attorney James Bergener Sr. had decided . "Lie - That I chose the show over our marriage. They were granted permanent residence in January 2021. Although Noella asserts that James left her virtually homeless, he claims that their plan has always been to move to Puerto Rico permanently. Noella certainly hasnt removed any reminders of her marriage though, as James is in a majority of her older photos loving captions and all. In a series of posts that followed, Noella went on to share the "movement" being made with regard totheir divorce proceedings as well as continue to clear the air about an agreement she claimsthe pair made four months ago but James has yet tosign off on. 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