A close friend of reality television star Kyle Richards has publicly denied any involvement in the leak that revealed Richards’ separation from her husband, Mauricio Umansky, before the couple’s own announcement.
Faye Resnick, a long-time friend of Richards, has called recent speculation “absolutely untrue.” In a statement, Resnick confirmed she has spoken with Richards about what she termed a “made-up story,” and indicated that both women initially chose not to address the rumors.
The separation became public knowledge in July 2023, when a media outlet published the story prior to any confirmation from Richards or Umansky. This led to widespread speculation about the source of the leak.
Anonymous sources had suggested Resnick was a plausible candidate, citing her position within Richards’ inner circle and her social connections, including to Richards’ sister, Kathy Hilton. These sources pointed to perceived tensions and a lack of visible interaction between the two friends at recent social events as potential indicators of a rift.
The reunion taping for the latest season of the couple’s reality series was reportedly tense. Sources indicate the separation and surrounding rumors were a central topic of discussion, leading to an emotional response from Richards.
Despite the rumors and analysis of their social media interactions, Resnick maintains her innocence regarding the leak, framing the narrative as unfounded gossip.
