‘RHOBH’ Kyle Richards Vows To Change Laws Over Death Of Best Friend

Kyle Richards is pledging to change the laws over the tragic death of her best friend. The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star is mourning the death of Lorene Shea, who died from mental health struggles. The 52-year-old Bravo star took to Instagram to honor her friend in a lengthy post.

She posted a series of photos of herself with her friend over the years. There was also a short clip of the two flying on a private jet together. The two knew each other since she was 7-years-old. Check out Kyle’s touching tribute and entire Instagram post for yourself here.

Kyle Richards mourns the death of her best friend

Kyle Richards shared the details of their long-lasting friendship. She remembers times when they “cried, call each other out, and be there for each other no matter what was going on in our lives.” The television personality also mentioned Lorene’s mental health struggles. Sadly, she lost her friend to her ongoing problems with depression.

“She had always been a happy person. How did this happen?” Kyle Richards continued. “All who loved her rallied around her and did everything that could be done to get her help. But the system is broken. The system made it impossible to get her the help she needed.”

Kyle concluded her post by making a vow to change those laws. Her best friend’s death obviously affected her and she doesn’t want others to suffer as well. The reality star will “do whatever it takes to try and help change the laws that are in place that prevent people from getting the help they need.”

This comes after she celebrated Lorene’s birthday in an Instagram post from 2017. Kyle revealed that they knew each other since second grade in elementary school. She thanked her friend for “supporting me and giving it to me straight.” She also thanked Lorene for “being an incredible friend to me for four decades!”

RHOBH co-stars lend their support

Kyle Richards received support from her RHOBH co-stars. Garcelle Beauvais took to the comment section to write, “This is heartbreaking I’m so sorry for you and her family.”

Crystal Kung Minkoff added, “I haven’t stopped thinking about you this week. I’m so deeply sorry. It’s a loss no one should experience. 💔”

A former friend of the housewives, Faye Resnick, commented, “Heartbroken Kyle ♥️ I’m so sorry, I loved watching your beautiful friendship. Sending you and Lorene’s family love and prayers. 🙏🏻”

Dorit Kemsley and her husband PK Kemsley shared their sentiments as well. Teddi Mellencamp told Kyle Richards that she’s “Praying for all of you.” Kyle’s sister, Kathy Hilton, admitted her disbelief since Lorene was always in such good spirits.

It’s good to see that Kyle Richards has the support of her family, friends, and RHOBH co-stars during this difficult time.

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