Andy Cohen Opens Up On Lisa Rinna's 'RHOBH' Exit: 'A Big Reshuffle Of The Deck'

Andy Cohen recalled the surprise he felt when Lisa stated that being on the show was the longest job she had ever had.

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The Bravo exec acknowledged how influential the reality star had been on the franchise, noting the memes and GIFs of her.

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He expressed hope that she would return to the series like Tamra Judge who recently announced her return to Orange County after two years away.

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The actress had announced her departure with a statement that detailed her excitement for the future.

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She highlighted that she had had a fun eight-year run on the franchise which she joined in 2014.

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She had ended her professional relationship with Bravo after meetings and conversations with the company.

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Lisa’s announcement prompted a response from her former costar Lisa Vanderpump.

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The star had taken to Twitter to drop a cryptic message that read ‘Ding dong.’

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It received varying reactions with some people calling her out for the shade.

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