Heather Dubrow Says Threat to Quit 'RHOC' Over Shannon Beador Drama Was Real (Exclusive)

'The Real Housewives of Orange County' star Heather Dubrow speaks out about the 'betrayal' that kicked off her return to the series for season 16, admitting her threat to quit in episode 2 was more than that: She truly did briefly exit the show! Heather explains why she ultimately stuck around, saying her piece on the Nicole James/Shannon Beador drama. Heather addresses whether she knew about Nicole's years-old lawsuit against her plastic surgeon husband, Dr. Terry Dubrow, and questions how Shannon even recalled this information in the first place. The 'Heather Dubrow's World' host also reacts to speculation she gave Bravo an ultimatum in order to return to the cast, and reveals for the first time exactly when she signed back onto the series. The mom of four also gushes over what she's excited for fans to see in the upcoming episodes. 'RHOC' airs Wednesdays on Bravo.