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'Real Housewives of Orange County' Star Heather Dubrow Replaced By Lydia McLaughlin In Season 12

By Mary Perry | Update Date: Feb 09, 2017 06:09 AM EST

It seems like there will be a lot of changes in the upcoming season 12 of the reality show, "Real Housewives of Orange County." Heather Dubrow will be leaving the TV series and will be replaced by Lydia McLaughlin.

Dubrow confirmed to leave show

A report from Us Weekly confirmed the reports that Heather Dubrow will be leaving "Real Housewives of Orange County." Dubrow has finally admitted that she had to leave the reality TV series, because of some personal reasons. Meanwhile, Lydia McLaughlin will be joining the upcoming season.

Dubrow said in a statement that the past five years that she was a part of "Real Housewives Of Orange County" has been an incredible journey. She added that she is proud to have been part of the show. Dubrow will be replaced by McLaughlin, a former "Real Housewives Of Orange County" star, as multiple insiders have confirmed if for the upcoming season.

McLaughlin excited to join show

McLaughlin was reportedly a full-time cast member for "Real Housewives Of Orange County" Season 8, which aired back in September 2013, but she did not return to the show after that season. Tamra Judge, Vicki Gunvalson, Heather Dubrow, Alexis Bellino, and Gretchen Rossi also starred in season 8.

McLaughlin called her last season in the show bittersweet. She added that it is comparable to a break-up with a boyfriend, although overall she said she knows she did the right thing.

On November 2014, McLaughlin and her husband welcomed their son, Roman. They renewed their wedding vows after being married for a decade.

Meghan King Edmonds not returning as well

In another report from the same outlet, another "Real Housewives Of Orange County" member, Meghan King Edmonds has decided not to return for another season this time. The report unveiled that Judge and Gunvalson will be back for season 12.

The premiere date for "Real Housewives Of Orange County" Season 12 is yet to be announced.

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