‘RHOC’ Nicole James’ Engagement To Jim Bellino Why She Quit?

Is Nicole James’ engagement with Jim Bellino the reason why she quit The Real Housewives of Orange County? Fans noticed that she did not take part in the cast trip to Mexico. Rumors have been swirling that Nicole quit the show by mid-season. However, there is little information as to why.

Some have to wonder if Nicole’s engagement to Alexis Bellino’s ex-husband Jim Bellino was the reason why. Alexis was a cast member on RHOC on seasons 5 through 8. At the time, she was a stay-at-home Christian mom who lived her life on her own terms. Now, she’s no longer with Jim, but Nicole was involved with him.

Was Nicole James engaged to Jim Bellino?

Nicole James’ time on the Bravo series has since come to an end. It’s highly unlikely that she will show up to The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 16 reunion as well. Yet, the news about her keeps coming out. Earlier this month, newly resurfaced photos show her allegedly engaged to RHOC alum Jim Bellino.

Back in 2018, Radar Online reported that Alex Bellino’s ex-husband with spotted with a “mystery blonde.” The two were photographed kissing in Las Vegas. The scandalous photos surfaced just two weeks after he filed for divorce from Alexis. Nicole and Jim were spotted having drinks at Jean Georges Steakhouse in the ARIA Hotel.

“It looked like a romantic dinner,” an insider told Radar at the time. “They were kissing, flirting, and laughing with each other. Jim and the woman kissed each other often while they were sitting at the bar.”

The couple enjoyed a glass of wine. He then picked up the tab. Jim confirmed to Radar Online that he traveled to Sin City after his divorce from Alexis. However, he claimed that he “met some friends after the trip.” He didn’t mention his new lady. It turns out the mystery woman in the photos is Nicole James.

The two went on to become allegedly engaged. Nicole called Jim “the love of my life” in an Instagram post shared by AllAboutTRH. Nicole and Jim called off their engagement shortly after. It’s likely that she didn’t want to address their relationship with RHOC.

Why Nicole James quit RHOC

Nicole James made a scene when she debuted on the season premiere of The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 16. She was brought on by Heather Dubrow. Then, she stirred the part when she told her co-stars that she filed a “botched boob job” lawsuit against Heather’s husband, Dr. Terry Dubrow. Weeks later, Nicole left the show.

An insider told @RealHousewivesFranchise that Nicole left the show because of issues between her and the production team. She did not want to cooperate in the confessional interviews. She also declined to attend the cast’s Mexico trip this season. It sounds like Nicole simply has no interest in the show.

What are your thoughts on Nicole James leaving the show? Do you think it’s because of her engagement to Jim Bellino? Or, do you think it’s because of something else? Sound off below in the comment section.

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