Garcel Beauvais addresses Kyle Richard's controversial 'lesbian' comment

This comes after Richards was seen hanging out with the country singer Morgan Wadeadding to the speculation about their relationship.

Garcelle Beauvais' comment during a recent explosive episode of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills has undoubtedly added fuel to the fire.

The moment may have sparked heated conversation, but Beauvais insists her words were meant to inspire, not offend.

Beauvais made her stance clear when asked if she regrets encouraging Richards to embrace her true self. Speaking freely, Beauvais explained:

“No, I didn't say that maliciously. It was more about, “We're strong women, we can be whatever we want.”

TMZ reports that Beauvais also addressed Richards' response, pointing out the inconsistency of her response. She called it “shady” that Richards initially laughed, but later became critical, taking offense.

ICYMI, the comments were made during a potluck lunch at Chuck E. Cheese with “RHOBH” cast members Kyle Richards, Sutton Streak and Erica Jane.

An episode titled “What the Chuck?” saw Beauvais make a bold suggestion that stunned her co-stars. An explosion highlighted the moment when Beauvais encouraged Richards to fully embrace her truth, making clear:

“Do whatever you want to do. Be who you want to be. If you want to be a lesbian, be a lesbian.”

The unexpected remark drew audible gasps and wide-eyed reactions from the table, but the ladies quickly laughed off the moment.

Although they laughed off the remark at the table, Richards didn't hold back on Bravo afterward.After the showThe 56-year-old man boldly declared: “You are hopeless right now. And don't try to act like an 'Oopsie Daisy,' you know exactly what you're doing.”

She added that while she was not offended by the comment given her background in tabloid speculation, she questioned Beauvais' motives, asking: “What do you think?” Beauvais also clarified her intentions, explaining, “I'm not forcing her to come out. Own it. Be authentic.”

She noted that Richards often seemed concerned about public perception and emphasized the importance of self-discovery. “We are allowed to be who we are at this age,” Beauvais concluded.

Richards didn't let the drama of the latest episode slow her down. Just days after Beauvais' “lesbian” remark stirred the pot, Richards was spotted hanging out with girlfriend Morgan Wade.

Page Six reported that the duo was seen grabbing coffee in La Quinta, California on January 16. The coffee outing wasn't exactly private, as former co-star Teddy Mellencamp was also present, walking ahead of the actress and Wade during the outing.

The reality TV star and the country singer were photographed chatting while carrying coffee away from the shop. Although their close friendship has sparked speculation, Richards has consistently denied the rumors, insisting that she and Wade are just friends.

Although Richards maintains that her relationship with Wade is purely platonic, she has admitted to questioning her sexuality, especially after her split from ex-husband Mauricio Umansky.

The TV personality revealed that this period of self-reflection was confusing for her. “It really felt good to be honest,” she admitted, admitting it was something she had never really considered until the past couple of years.

“I'm learning things about myself,” she added, stressing that it takes time to figure things out. Richards' separation from Umansky in 2023, fueled by rumors of his infidelity, appeared to lead to major changes in her personal life.

Garcelle Beauvais' comment may have caused some drama, but it's clear that Kyle Richards is focused on embracing his truth at his own pace.