Kyle Richards, star of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills," celebrated a significant milestone by marking two years of sobriety. On Thursday, the 55-year-old reality star shared a flexing gym selfie on Instagram, offering insights into her journey towards an alcohol-free lifestyle.
In her Instagram post, Richards acknowledged the challenges she faced and the pressures from others to resume drinking. “This week was my 2 year anniversary of being alcohol-free (July 15th). I can remember a time when the idea of going 2 weeks seemed impossible,” she wrote. “I’m proud of the fact that I’ve had the willpower to stay on this path.”
In the accompanying photo, Richards displayed her toned physique in a black workout set, taken in her home gym with her dog perched behind her. She addressed the social pressures she encountered, noting, “I know many people would love for me to start drinking again. Even friends with the best of intentions. Everyone loved ‘Party Kyle.’ I think that was the hardest part of all of this. The resistance from others.”
Richards reflected on her past as a “people pleaser” who often drank to fit in at social gatherings. She expressed how her priorities have shifted, emphasizing the importance of her mental and physical health. “My mental and physical health became a lot more important to me,” she stated. “It would have been a lot harder going through these difficult times if I had been drinking.”
While she did not elaborate on the specific “difficult times,” it is likely a reference to her separation from Mauricio Umansky, her husband of 27 years. The couple, who share four children, parted ways last year. Despite the challenges, Richards hinted that she might still enjoy life’s moments, saying she “may still drop a split here and there.”
Richards’ post resonated with her 4.3 million followers, many of whom praised her for her dedication to sobriety and her candidness about the struggles and triumphs along the way. Her journey serves as an inspiration to those facing similar challenges, highlighting the importance of prioritizing health and well-being.