Former “Real Housewives of New York City” star Bethenny Frankel has shared that her mother, Bernadette Birk, has died.
On April 20, Frankel took to Instagram to reveal that her mother passed away after battling lung cancer. In the caption of the post, Frankel stated that her mother “was complex, in pain, isolated and had demons.”
“She was the most stunning woman you have ever seen, who left her abusive home as quickly as I ran from mine,” wrote Frankel. “She was brilliant, funny, cultured and wise — yet suffered a lifelong eating disorder, alcoholism, abuse, smoking, and self destruction. Despite not being equipped to be a mother, she loved me and I have beautiful memories of her.”
Frankel stated that while her late mother “taught [her] food, wit, culture and strength,” she had a difficult childhood. She stated, however, that she believed any hardships she endured “made [her] strong, tough, a survivor who is able to handle anything.”
Frankel also shared that she and Birk “reconnected so [her] daughter [Bryn] could know and love her.” According to the former Bravo star, her late mother “adored Bryn.”
“Goodbye mom, Bonnie, Bernadette. You did the best you could and you are free and at peace. I miss my mommy as a little girl and I am grateful for my daughter consistently pushing to meet her and myself for re opening old wounds for their relationship,” wrote Frankel.
She also encouraged her followers to “call, connect with, or hug someone you have a complicated relationship with today.”
Several Bravo Star Shared Their Support in the Comments Section
Several Bravo stars shared their support for Frankel in the post’s comments section. For instance, “Real Housewives of Orange County” personality Vicki Gunvalson wrote, “I’m sorry for your loss. This was beautifully written. Peace be with you ❤️.”
“Real Housewives of Miami” star Guerdy Abraira also shared she appreciated Frankel’s post.
“Thanks for being candid and not sugar coating your relationship like many do. She seemed like a queen to me! My condolences,” commented the RHOM star.
In addition, former “Real Housewives of Dallas” personality Tiffany Moon wrote that she was touched by Frankel’s remarks about her late mother.
“What a wonderfully written tribute to your mother. I’m sorry for you loss. Thank you for being so open about your complex relationship with your mother and I’m so glad you reconnected to her so she could have a relationship with Bryn. Sending you all love ❤️,” shared Tiffany Moon.
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