Garcelle Beauvais Says Controversial 'Lesbian' Comment Was Meant To Inspire Kyle Richards

Garcelle Beauvais is standing by her "lesbian" remark to Kyle Richards, clarifying that her intentions were far from malicious. 

This comes after Richards was seen spending time with country singer Morgan Wade, adding fuel to the speculations about their relationship.

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

The moment might have sparked heated conversations, but Beauvais insists her words were meant to inspire rather than offend.

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

"No, I wasn't saying it to be malicious. It was more about, 'We're powerful women, we can be whatever we want to be.'"

TMZ reports that Beauvais also addressed Richards' response, pointing out the inconsistency in her reaction. She called it "shady" that Richards initially laughed along but later turned critical, firing back with an insult.

ICYMI, the comments were made during a candid lunch at Chuck E. Cheese with the "RHOBH" cast members Kyle Richards, Sutton Stracke, and Erika Jayne.

The episode, titled "What the Chuck?" saw Beauvais drop a bold suggestion that stunned her co-stars. The Blast highlighted the moment when Beauvais encouraged Richards to fully embrace her truth, stating bluntly:

"Do whatever the f-ck you want to do. Be whoever 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 did not hold back later on Bravo's "After Show." The 56-year-old boldly stated, "You're being an a–hole right now. And don't try to act like, 'Oopsie daisy,' you know exactly what you're doing."

She added that while the comment did not offend her—given her experience with tabloid speculation—she questioned Beauvais' motive, asking, "What is your point?" Beauvais also clarified her intentions, explaining, "I wasn't pushing her to come out. Own it. Be authentic."

She noted that Richards often seems 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 did not let the drama from the latest episode slow her down. Just days after Beauvais' "lesbian" remark stirred the pot, Richards was spotted spending time with rumored girlfriend Morgan Wade.

Page Six reported that the duo was seen grabbing coffee in La Quinta, California, on January 16. The coffee outing was not entirely private, as former co-star Teddi 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 as they carried their coffees away from the shop. While their close friendship has sparked speculation, Richards has consistently denied the rumors, maintaining that she and Wade are just friends. 

Although Richards maintains that her relationship with Wade is purely platonic, she has acknowledged questioning her sexuality, particularly following her separation from her ex-husband, Mauricio Umansky.

The TV personality revealed that this period of self-reflection was a confusing time for her. "It actually felt good for me to be honest about that," she confessed, admitting it was something she had never truly considered until the last couple of years. 

"I'm learning things about myself," she added, emphasizing the need for time to figure things out. Richards' separation from Umansky in 2023, fueled by rumors of his infidelity, has seemingly led to significant changes in her personal life. 

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