Vicki Gunvalson Finally Made a Decision Regarding Her Failed Marriage!
After years of heartbreak, reflection, and headline-making speculation, Real Housewives of Orange County icon Vicki Gunvalson has finally made peace with one of the most painful chapters of her life — her failed marriage to Donn Gunvalson.
Fans of the Bravo franchise remember Vicki and Donn’s marriage as a central storyline throughout the early seasons of RHOC. From their vow renewal in season 5 — which many fans now view as the beginning of the end — to their emotional divorce in 2014, their relationship was one of the most talked-about in Housewives history. But nearly a decade later, Vicki has come forward with a major revelation: she has finally moved on — emotionally and legally.
In a heartfelt interview with a major entertainment outlet, Vicki confessed that she had “clung to the idea” of Donn for far too long, blaming herself for the way things ended. “I held onto guilt for years,” she said. “I felt responsible. I thought that maybe if I had focused less on work and more on my marriage, things would have been different.”
But the reality star, who has since been in several high-profile relationships, including a broken engagement to Steve Lodge, says that she’s now officially letting go — not just emotionally, but in terms of legal and financial ties. “I recently sold the last piece of real estate Donn and I had any involvement in,” she shared. “It felt symbolic, like I was finally cutting the final thread.”
Vicki, who often refers to herself as the “OG of the OC,” said the decision was both empowering and emotional. “I cried. Of course I did. Donn was a huge part of my life, and there will always be love and memories. But I can’t keep living in the past. I need to choose me now.”
Interestingly, sources close to Vicki say that her rekindled friendship with RHOC co-star Tamra Judge played a key role in her emotional clarity. “Tamra told her straight-up: ‘You’ve done your time grieving this. You’re allowed to be free,’” a friend revealed.
Fans have had mixed reactions online — while some remain nostalgic about Vicki and Donn’s relationship, others are praising her for her strength and growth. “It’s about damn time,” one fan tweeted. “She’s been through so much and deserves peace.”
As for what’s next? Vicki says she’s focusing on her family, her business, and self-love. “I’m not rushing into anything serious. I’m dating, I’m traveling, I’m spending time with my grandchildren. Life is full again.”
While Vicki’s journey hasn’t been easy, it’s clear she’s ready to turn the page. And if Housewives history has taught us anything, it’s this: don’t count the OG out just yet.
