Real Housewives star Erika Jayne expressed regret over abandoning her son when he was 2. “I wanted to make it up to him but he wouldn’t let me…”

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’s Erika Jayne knows all too well that life as a single mother is never easy.

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The “XXpen$ive” singer and mother of 32-year-old Tommy Zizzo usually keeps quiet about her only child, an L.A.P.D. officer whose private life means he stays far away from the Bravo cameras.

But once in a while, Erika will share a throwback photo or offer a rare update, letting viewers know more about Tommy, her son with her first husband, Thomas Zizzo. In fact, during Season 7, The Bet it All on Blonde performer gave fans a glimpse into her mom life during a sit-down with BravoTV.com, discussing his law enforcement career, who her son is dating, and what it was like to raise a child as a single parent.

You can watch the 2016 video above, or read the transcript below:

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Erika Jayne opens up about her son, Tommy Zizzo
Erika: I’m very proud of my son being in law enforcement, but obviously, it can get a little nerve-wracking. You know, he’s, um … it’s a dangerous profession.

Erika always knew her son would join the force
Erika (continued): I’ve known my son was going to be in law enforcement since the time he could walk and talk. That’s all he’s ever wanted, and, you know, that’s kind of your role as a parent, is to honor who your children really are.

Erika Jayne smiling in front of a step and repeat.
Erika during Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen Season 22, Episode 2 on January 7, 2025 in New York City. Photo: Charles Sykes/Bravo
Erika on her son’s dating life
Erika (continued): I don’t have any requirements for my son, who he dates, because he’s an adult. He has good judgment and he has a great head on his shoulders. So, whoever he chooses to date, I’m sure they’re lovely. I’m not going to run his life. He has to run his own. I think he’s doing a great job.

Erika on life as a single mother
Erika (continued): You know, single moms have it tough. It’s hard, it’s exhaustive, but at the same time, it’s very rewarding. You know, especially now that he’s older and he’s doing so well, I think that’ really, you know, makes the struggle worth it.

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