Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Bronwyn Newport and her husband, Todd Bradley, have officially separated after nine years of marriage. The news of the split comes amid the currently airing sixth season of the hit Bravo reality series, which has documented significant tension in the couple’s relationship.
A representative for Newport confirmed the separation in an exclusive statement to PEOPLE, noting that the decision was not made lightly.
“After thoughtful consideration, Bronwyn Newport and Todd Bradley have separated,” the representative stated. “This was a mutual decision made with care and respect for one another. They ask for privacy during this time.”
While the official announcement emphasizes a mutual parting, sources close to production indicate that the writing had been on the wall for some time. According to reports from Radar Online, Newport formally announced the breakup during the recent taping of the Season 6 reunion.
“Bronwyn officially announced she was separating from Todd at the reunion,” an insider revealed to the outlet. “This shouldn’t come as any surprise, though.”
Throughout the current season, viewers have seen the strain on the couple’s marriage, with Newport often emotional about her husband’s behavior. Insiders suggest that watching the episodes back played a pivotal role in her decision. One source claimed that Newport is “disgusted by what she’s been seeing on TV” regarding Bradley’s treatment of her, adding that “he’s coming off badly” and that the split is “truly not shocking.”
The couple, who wed in 2016, has faced public scrutiny over allegations of infidelity in the past. During Season 5, Newport disclosed a prior incident in which she found inappropriate messages on Bradley’s iPad. More recently, cast member Lisa Barlow alleged that Bradley had shared an intimate moment with a friend, a claim that caused friction within the group.
Despite these past attempts to salvage the relationship, including Newport’s previous admission that she would consider an “arrangement” to keep the marriage intact, the pair has ultimately decided to part ways. As the season continues to air, fans will likely see more of the dynamics that led to this separation unfold on screen.
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