Gretchen Rossi is set to return to The Real Housewives of Orange County for its 19th season in a part-time role as a 'friend'. Filming has begun with returning cast members including Heather Dubrow, Tamra Judge,

After its well-received, highly rated 18th season on Bravo, which concluded in November, “The Real Housewives of Orange County” will once again add Gretchen Rossi to its ranks — she will appear as a “friend” of the cast.

Alexis Bellinomay have departed The Real Housewives of Orange County, but Bravo is bringing back another familiar face — Gretchen Rossi. According to Variety, Rossi will re-join the show in a “friend of” role for Season 19.