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Liz McGraw Will Not Return to The Real Housewives of Rhode Island

Her Instagram statement marks the first confirmed cast change as Season 2 production begins, raising questions about Bravo’s lineup.

Overview

  • Liz McGraw confirmed on July 1, 2026 that she will not return for RHORI Season 2 and said she is stepping back to focus on her family, her work and her passions.
  • Her announcement is the first confirmed cast exit as filming for Season 2 gets underway and Bravo has not yet released an official Season 2 roster.
  • The show premiered in April and quickly built an audience, with Bravo reporting 2.7 million viewers across platforms in the first seven days after the debut.
  • McGraw was one of seven original cast members and was central to several Season 1 confrontations on camera while viewers also discussed her Rhode Island cannabis dispensary and a longtime friend’s ongoing legal matter.
  • Her departure could prompt casting changes and sustained viewer attention as producers finalize Season 2, so the next steps to watch are Bravo’s official cast announcement and any replacement hires.