In a stunning turn of events, fashion icon and newly minted Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Rachel Zoe has filed for divorce from her estranged husband, Rodger Berman, after 26 years of marriage. The 53-year-old stylist and reality TV star submitted the paperwork in Los Angeles on Monday, July 22, 2025, citing irreconcilable differences as the catalyst for the end of their decades-long union. This bombshell comes just weeks after Zoe’s highly publicized casting in RHOBH season 15, adding a dramatic twist to her storyline as filming is underway.
According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Zoe listed June 27, 2024, as the official date of separation, a detail that surfaced months after she confirmed the split to her fans via Instagram. “After 33 years together and 26 years married, Rodger and I have come to the mutual decision to end our marriage,” Zoe shared in a heartfelt statement. “We are incredibly proud of the loving family we have created and our countless memories together. Our number one priority has been and will always be our children.”
The couple, who share two sons, Skyler, 14, and Kaius, 10, gained fame together on Bravo’s The Rachel Zoe Project (2008–2013) and later on Fashionably Late with Rachel Zoe (2015). Now, as their marriage dissolves, Zoe is seeking joint physical and legal custody of their boys, emphasizing her commitment to co-parenting. In a bold move, she also declined spousal support and requested that the court block Berman from receiving any financial support from her, as reported by Page Six.
Zoe, known for her impeccable style and A-list clientele, also asked to restore her former name, signaling a fresh start as she navigates this transitional chapter. Her divorce filing comes at a pivotal moment, coinciding with her debut on RHOBH season 15, which is currently in production and slated to premiere later this year or early 2026. The timing of the split has sparked intrigue, with fans eager to see how Zoe’s personal drama will unfold on the Bravo series.
Bravo executive Andy Cohen, 57, recently weighed in on Zoe’s casting during his SiriusXM show, Andy Cohen Live, admitting he was “really rocked by the news” of her separation. “We are so excited … to have Rachel, and it’s so wild. She really fits,” Cohen said, noting her close connections to castmates like Kathy Hilton, Kyle Richards, Bozoma Saint John, Jennifer Tilly, and likely Sutton Stracke. “She’s at a real transitional moment in her life,” he added, hinting at the compelling narrative Zoe will bring to the show.
As Zoe steps into the spotlight of RHOBH, her divorce and custody battle are sure to fuel intense drama, making her one of the most talked-about housewives in the franchise’s upcoming season. Fans are already buzzing about how this high-profile split will play out on screen, with Zoe’s signature glamour and resilience at the forefront. Stay tuned for what promises to be an explosive season 15!