Bethenny Frankel Confesses She Was Reluctant to Survive 'Traumatic' 10-Year Divorce From Jason Hoppy

Bethenny Frankel opened up about the intense challenges she faced during her long and painful divorce from ex-husband Jason Hoppy. It was extremely traumatic. Ten years of my life were consumed, and I even lost hair over it, the 55-year-old reality star confessed on the December 3 episode of Alex Coopers Call Her Daddy podcast. There were moments I didnt think I could get through it. I truly didnt want to.

She continued, describing her personal experiences and resilience: I have witnessed my mother attempt suicide. I spent my life rushing to intervene when she was unwell. Ive encountered guns, the mafia, the racetrackIve faced it all. But nothing compared to the ordeal of my divorce lasting a decade.

Through tears, Frankel admitted, I genuinely believed I would never find happiness again. She explained her coping strategy: I approached it like a marathon, tackling one mile at a time and systematically addressing each obstacle. It involved fraud, theft, hacking, harassment, abuseit was sheer torment.

The divorce, which began when Frankel filed in January 2013 after just two years of marriage, stretched on for ten years. The couple shares a 15-year-old daughter, Bryn.

Frankel offered a stern warning to others: Every woman should know: do not underestimate the consequences. It was the most harrowing experience I could ever imagine for anyone.

Author: Sophia Brooks