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Bethenny Frankel Announces Move to Florida

Former cast member of Real Housewives of New York, Bethenny Frankel, has made the significant decision to relocate to Florida, leaving her New York roots behind. The Queens native, who has appeared in eight seasons of the popular reality series, revealed her plans on Thursday via social media, stating that the move is motivated by both personal and professional considerations. She elaborated, “Something has arisen that made this the best and healthiest decision for myself and my daughter,” referring to her teenage daughter, Bryn Hoppy.

As reported by Us Weekly, a primary driving factor behind the relocation is Frankel’s desire to support Hoppy’s “academic and athletic goals.” A source indicated that the move is closely tied to providing the necessary environment for the 14-year-old’s aspirations. Additionally, Frankel engaged with a comment on TikTok, highlighting Hoppy’s interest in starting college in Florida, which aligns with the family’s new direction.

While Frankel will maintain her residence in Florida for at least half the year, she confirmed that New York City will still hold a place in her life. “We will maintain residences in the Hamptons and New York City because we love New York, but this will be our primary and permanent residence,” she stated, emphasizing her continued connection to her home state.

Although Frankel has not disclosed the specific city in Florida where she will be living, last year she purchased a Miami Beach apartment for $1.68 million, which appears to be the backdrop for her announcement video. In her clip, she expressed excitement about the ocean view from her new balcony, exclaiming, “This will be my backyard!”

Trend Among RHONY Alumni

Frankel’s decision to move to Florida appears to reflect a growing trend among former cast members of Real Housewives of New York. Notable alum Sonja Morgan made headlines last year when she also relocated to West Palm Beach, while Ramona Singer acquired properties in Boca Raton and Palm Beach in 2020 and 2021.

Responses to Frankel’s announcement have been mixed. Some fans speculated that the absence of state income tax in Florida could have influenced her decision, while others have whimsically suggested that she might be interested in joining the cast of Real Housewives of Miami. A TikTok user questioned the rationale behind moving to Florida in 2025, to which Frankel responded affirmatively, reinforcing her commitment to this new chapter in her life.

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