Gretchen Rossi Net Worth

What is Gretchen Rossi's Net Worth and Salary?

Gretchen Rossi is an American reality television personality, entrepreneur, and former real estate agent who has a net worth of $4 million. Gretchen Rossi is best known for starring on Bravo's hit series "The Real Housewives of Orange County." She joined the show in its fourth season in 2008 and quickly became one of its most talked-about cast members, known for her glamorous lifestyle, outspoken personality, and tumultuous relationship with fiancé Jeff Beitzel, who passed away during filming. Rossi remained on the series through its eighth season, appearing in more than 80 episodes and establishing herself as one of the franchise's breakout stars.

Before joining reality TV, Rossi worked in real estate and studied psychology at Baylor University in Texas. Her appearance on "The Real Housewives of Orange County" opened doors to various business ventures, including launching her own fashion and beauty lines. She introduced the Gretchen Christine Collection, featuring handbags, cosmetics, and accessories, and later expanded into home décor and lifestyle products.

Rossi has also appeared on other reality shows, including "Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars," alongside longtime partner Slade Smiley. The couple welcomed a daughter, Skylar Gray, in 2019 following a long fertility journey, which Rossi documented publicly to raise awareness about IVF. Known for blending entrepreneurship, family life, and reality TV fame, Gretchen Rossi has maintained a loyal following long after her time on "The Real Housewives of Orange County." Her brand continues to thrive on social media, where she promotes her businesses and shares her experiences as a mother, influencer, and television personality.

Early Life

Gretchen Rossi was born on October 30th, 1978, in Michigan. Her family soon moved to California, where she was raised in La Crescenta. She eventually relocated to Texas in order to attend Baylor University, where she studied psychology. After college, she immediately became a real estate agent. However, she was already dating Jeff Beitzel at the time, and his deteriorating health forced Rossi to quit her job to take care of him full-time.

Real Housewives of Orange County

Gretchen Rossi first appeared on "The Real Housewives of Orange County" in the fourth season, earning her place as a regular cast member. Gretchen Rossi proved to be a divisive figure among fans, but her inclusion was nonetheless entertaining. Perhaps more than any other main cast member, many secrets and uncomfortable truths were revealed about Rossi's past over the course of the series. Gretchen Rossi appeared from the fourth season of "The Real Housewives of Orange County" up until the eighth season. She also made a cameo in one episode of the 12th season of the show and appeared in one episode of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills."

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After Real Housewives of Orange County

Gretchen Rossi has been busy after the end of her appearance on the reality TV show that made her famous. She has appeared in more TV shows over the years, including "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire," "Gumball 3000," "Hell's Kitchen," "Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars," and many other reality TV shows. She also appeared in the TV film "Real Housewives Confess: A Watch What Happens Special TV Film." In addition, Gretchen Rossi appeared on the show "Mia Mundo."

Relationships

Prior to Rossi's breakthrough with her television roles, she was married to Chris Rossi, a Hollywood screenwriter and producer. The couple divorced in 2007. When Gretchen Rossi joined the cast of "The Real Housewives of Orange County" in 2008, she was engaged to Jeff Beitzel, an entrepreneur 24 years her senior. At the time, Beitzel was already fighting a losing battle against leukemia. He died on September 13, 2008, at the age of 54.

After Jeff Beitzel's passing, Gretchen Rossi has become involved in charity work, especially in regard to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Years later, Gretchen Rossi became romantically involved with Slade Smiley, a fellow cast member of "The Real Housewives of Orange County." Eventually, the couple moved in with each other.

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Controversy

Jeff Beitzel's ex-wives have expressed resentment towards Rossi, particularly because of an alleged affair Rossi had with another man while she was engaged to her former husband. During an episode of "The Real Housewives of Orange County," it was revealed that Rossi went on vacation alone with a man called Jay Photoglou when she was engaged to Jeff Beitzel.

Inheritance and Salary

After his death, Jeff Beitzel reportedly left Gretchen $2.5 million. During her time on "The Real Housewives of Orange County," her salary per season was $300,000.

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