Did Jennifer say she was a friend of Jill's for a long time? If so then she was fair to give an opinion. But even if she wasn't you're a public figure and people have a right to weigh in on "the show". I didn't think she was out of line.

Congratulations Bethenny on your marriage and baby! I wish you all the happiness in the world.
Now to Jill.....honey, drop her like a hot potato...she's not worthy of your friendship. I used to like Jill, but, this season, I've seen a really hateful side of her. She definately needs to be the "center of attention"...what a spoiled, two-faced bitch she is. You don't need that....forget about her!

Oh, where do I begin. First of all, haters, can't you see that the entire Housewives franchise is composed of carefully created and orchestrated situations that are further aggravated by producers and camera people and even further edited? In addition, I think that these women are always so focused on what they're going to say next that they lose any ability to make sense when they're in the here and now. On top of all of it, I can see that everything is being manipulated to create this current situation where everyone is ganging up on Bethenny! I really do think I've finally had it, because ever since the first OC episode that I watched, I couldn't get over how important all of these women think they are! How in the world do individuals get to be so self-important and self-involved? Also, how can BRAVO call these women "REAL" housewives? I wish you would actually find some and make a show about them. You'll see kind, caring individuals who could think of nothing more disgusting than fighting with their friends on TV or even saying terrible things about them on TV! BRAVO and housewives, I really think I'm done this time. Good luck and my prayer is that each housewife learns some humility and grace - that's classy!

Hi Bethany,

You have always been my favorite person on the HNYC since day one because of your genuine wit and concern for others along with your best quality which is your burning honesty. Stay that way, Please. How excited you must be about your new baby and hubby. Keeping that in mind, it sure doesn't take long for the truth to surface in most people, case n point, Jill and Luanne. Be glad they're gone from your life because sooner or later they'd be interferring so deeply in your marriage and telling you how to raise your child that the next thing you know is you'd be divorced and a single mom. Utter Horror puts it plainly. Girl, you have so much going for yourself that all you can do is wait for it to show up and trust me, it will...one great thing after the other. All the other women on the show accept for Alex are totally clueless about the deep, deep hurt and rejection you've suffered in your life that all I see from them is a silly and shallow shell of women on a tv pogram blabbering about nothing that matters.
God Bless You and Yours, Always,
Katherine

You are my absolute favorite. You are honest and straight to the point. Everyone cant be friends with a person as real as you.Its refreshing to see you tell it like it is. I watch the show because of you. You are an amazing person.I wish you all the happiness.

Hi Bethanny. First of all congratulations to you on your career, your marriage, and impending motherhood. Secondly, I love watching the show, but I am disturbed about the behavior of your self & Jill.

I think that the point that Jill is trying to make you understand is going completely over your head. She loves you and has shown care for you as a big sister should, especially when you were having your relationship problems and personal problems. The point is that when her husband became ill, she needed you more than anything. She knows that your life is full right now, she knows that you are very busy too, but when you call yourself a real "friend", you look out for each other and Jill did that for you, you did not do that for her. Jill wasn't the factor of importance here, it was Bobby. She did not know how to handle what he was going through and she needed your friendship & support & strenth that she realizes you have. Stop looking at your side only. Jill is not jealous of you because she already has what you were striving to get

Bethenny,

I love your wit, I wish you all the luck in your new successful career. Move up and on, you are better than most of the other housewives. Please don't let them bring you down. You have become my favorite housewife this season as I admire your inner strength. I am thrilled that you are going to be a mommy soon....enjoy every moment of it! I say to you: "Bravo!" ;)

Joanne in south Florida

Bethenny,
Hi! Your my favorite lady on the show. Now you are a real housewife!! I watch the show faithfully and came to my own conclusion. The other ladies play each other and you are to smart for them and they can't play with you. Life is to short for all the petty things that goes on with the girls.Jill is a backstabber and is not a friend. Go on with your husband and child and live a stress free life. My life was always so stressful and I always worried what people said about me. I'm a people pleaser and always wanted to do good so I wouldn't get talked about. What good that did me from all the stress worrying all the time about other people I got colon cancer.Doctor said stress can be a huge factor along with other things.Be yourself on the show. Don't let anyone bully you. You are to tuff for that!! Watch your back!!! Congradulations!

Bethenny,
Thanks for taking time out of your VERY busy life to read this.
Congrats on your marriage and pregnancy. You're a shining example that with hard work and a little mazel, (luck), we girls can have it all. BE HAPPY AND HEALTHY.

I have a question...On your blind date last season with Phillippe, at Phillippe's restaurant, you told him that the Skinny Girl Marguarita was actually invented at that restaurant. I know it caught on big time during the first season when you ordered it and told of its ingredients. Here's the question..Did you encounter any legal ramifications or conflict over the use of the Skinny Girl name when you and your partner went into business? I would have imagined that if you did not invent the drink, Phillippe's restaurant would not have been pleased. The reason I'm asking, (not that it's any of my beeswax,)is that I find myself in a similar situation, embarking on a new buiness venture with another person claiming to have invented not only the name, but concept, which in my case could not be further from the truth.
LAST BUT NOT LEAST, as a Jewish woman, I find Jill to be a huge embarassment to all Jewish people. She embodies every negative notion of the sterotypical "JAP." She suffers from "affluenza, the disease of more" and has no redeeming qualities. With all her possessions, what an empty, superficial life she leads.She only does things for others if it directly benefits her. My aunt always told me, "If G-D forgives, so can you," but Jill does not understand the meaning of forgiveness, compassion or that there is a huge world, with so many people suffering from this economy & on so many other levels. (Does she ever read a newspaper, aside from the Style section?) She's crass and has elevated gossiping and mean-spiritness to an art form. I'm sure the timing has not gone unnoticed by you..your business taking off and you finally meeting & marrying the love of your life and having your ultimate wish fulfilled..having a baby. From my vantage point she's JEALOUS. Your happiness & success are probably driving her crazy..So she's enlisted the other 2..the Queen of Mean and the Moron. It gives new meaning to THE RAT PACK!! And posting her "good wishes" to you and Jason in a blog..how disgusting. Those words were not meant for you, but the viewers. How transparent and insincere those words were.
You're so much better off without her in your life.

I could write so much more, especially because of the image she is showing of her version of being a Jew. I'm totally mortified!

Good luck to you. Mazel Tov!
Ilene

Bethenny,
First of all Congratulations to you & your hubby, concentrate on your life now with your man and the baby, forget Jill she isn't really a true friend, true friends don't go around showing everypne the message you left her on the phone, a true friend would tell you her feelings and try to resolve it right their and than and move on...but know Jill thinks the world has to revolve around her, that lady needs to get a life and grow up.
Blessings to you and your family.

Baby-girl, I am QUITE positive that Kelly is not aware that she is in alliance with anyone.

Bethenny, I always throught you were not a true friend to Jill. Its not what you say but how you say it. Sending flowers to Bobby instead of visiting? Really Betheny! Really!

Bethenny, You are hilarious!! The reason you are a favorite is because you are real! Every woman talks about other women. You are just more humorous than others! That is why you are in demand in other venues and the others on the show are not! Kelly does not like you because you are more sucessful than her! I feel sorry for Jill though! She seems to be floundering without you! She would like to be BFF with LuAnn and Kelly but they are only "so" deep so it is not a good fit and it shows!!! Big Time!!!! I think she needs to concentrate more on Bobby and her daughter and less time on creating trouble with people!

Bethenny,
Wow! This season is a little hard to watch! My heart goes out to you. It seems that you are completely under attack one minute, and then your career and love life are flying high the next! I'm sorry that you don't have the support of Jill and the others as you should. I would like to give you a big hug right now and tell you that you should just keep the high ground. If any of these women were as classy and special as they claim to be, they'd see how pathetic they look right now. They need to get back on track with the whole "friend" thing, because it was much more fun to watch. I don't like unfair odds. I hope the next shows have happier times ahead... Shame on all of them! You will make a great wife and mother. Congratulations on your life and much happiness to come!

Bethenny, I feel for you during this season. What is going on between you and Jill is between YOU AND Jill. Not for all the other "yentas" to get involved with. It happened months ago! Why on earth does Jill constantly feel the need to save and replay the message? So she can look like a victim? All three of them have issues and I believe they all now have one another because they have each other to relate to. With their drama, noone else but themselves would want to be around them.

I understand Jill is hurt and you are too. Being hurt shows you still care about one another and miss each other. I wish there was somehow you two could've patched things up and cleared the air.

I love your you and your new life and I love Alex and Ramona. However, seeing the misery that goes on with Jill, LuAnn, and Kelly makes me not even want to watch it. However, I continue to watch it bc I love seeing you, Ramona, and Alex. This reminds me why having males friends is better than a bunch of cackling yentas.

Bethenny, First of all I think you are beautiful, but a little harsh at times with comments. Having said that each and everyone of those girls make "comments" about the other girls, if you can't take the heat, get out of the kitchen. I can see you are in a better place in your life and sometimes when we focus on "US" others feel left out, well too bad for them keep being yourself and good luck with your Buisness adn love life nice to see you happy!

You are my absolute FAVORITE!!! You are so funny and witty and beautiful!!!!

I am on team B! First let me say, I don't understand why everyone is so upset that you "talk"behind the girls back??? #1 - Hello- you are on a TV show and apart of that show is to provide commentary on something that just happened. So if you really watch the show you will see that everyone does the same thing, the only difference is that the other women are not as witty as Bethenny. #2. Everyone talks about everyone so everyone needs to get over themselves.

I always liked Jill and Bethenny. Was indifferent to Ramona and LuAnne and hated Alex. This season Alex is my favorite character because she is the one who is neutral and gets into the least drama. I think its because she is the happiest.

Bethenny, I hope you read these comments. My advice is to leave Jill alone. Real friends don't do things so that they can collect all the credit later - that's not being a real friend. I'm sure in retrospect, once you started spending all your time with Jason you should have said to Jill, listen I still love you, but this is whats going on in life... Nevertheless, if she was a real friend she would understand, besides she has a husband and that should more time to spend with him.

Bethany, you are hilarious and I love you! Just thinking of the "you dumb drag queen" line makes me laugh out loud when I need a mood picker-upper. The other housewives are a snore...I wouldn't even watch the show if not for you so keep the zingers coming! LOL

Bethenny, I think you are a wonderful person. You are my favorite from all of the "housewife shows". I think you are beautiful, smart and kind (underneath the snarkiness), though I have to agree with other commenters that your comments can be brutally honest. I really love your honesty; it's so refreshing, but you can be honest and genuine, without having to reveal every thought you have. You can be honest and still be tactful.

I can see not going over and over regrets, as we can't change the past, but I think it's a bit shallow when people say they have no regrets. I think everyone who's honest with themselves, should acknowledge regrets and just try to learn from them. Everyone makes mistakes of course.

Jason seems so nice and seems like a really great match for you. You seem to compliment each other very well. Congratulations on your pregnancy. I will be praying for you and Jason and your baby and I wish you all the best.

It's easy to see that you are a good and genuine person Bethenny and wonderful to see that you never seem to let your beauty, business success or anything else make you arrogant. I hope I wasn't preachy. I know I don't really know you, obviously, it just feels that way after watching the show-lol. Don't ever lose your down-to-earth attitude. I wish only good for you and your family Bethenny Frankel. :) God bless you.

I do have to say you had also been my fave until this season! What's happenned??? Why so defensive? I just believe you an Jill need to have a heart to heart conversation, just the two of you!!! You need to understand that you're coming off as a bit ungateful, even though it's not the case!!! I believe Jill truly does care for you, and of course she'd be happy for you...you just need to try to also understand where she's coming from, and if you consider yourself a good friend, you will! I'm really happy for you with all the success you deserve...God bless your new family!!!

i think jill is taking that pety comment way to far. she needs to get over herself! i mean its not that big of a deal seriously! i like u cause your real & you speak your mind as do i. good luck with jason and the baby!

Bethanny-
I loved the scene with you and Jason, because you have been very mean spirited so far it was refreshing to see the softer side of you and I was truly happy for you because I have been watching since season 1 and have witnessed (like the rest of your fans) your struggle to have it all. So congratulations you deserve it.
But that comes with some misgivings because I'm not liking what I see in you this season, you seem to be so angry at everyone and being really vicious, and in your interviews I can't tell if you are geniune anymore because your commentary seems to be a set up for a one liner. I know that you were pregnant during filming so maybe that can account for some of the behavior but I also think you are really over the whole housewives thing and it shows.
Hopefully you and Jill can't work it out because she does seem geniunally hurt by the fighting however I think she is totally overreacting to the whole you need to get a hobby comment, believe me I have said worst things to my friends and after much apologizing and accountablilty we were able to get past it. In terms of the woman at the table who commented on you and Jill part of me agrees and says she should have kept her thoughts to herself because it didn't involve her but the other part of me says that since you and Jill are talking to anybody who will listen about your drama then you are involving them by talking about it and bringing it up. Maybe you should talk to the person instead of around the person then you wouldn't leave yourself open to other people getting involved.

Dear Bethany, I so admire you. Your a strong take charge kind of woman and will be an awesome loving mom. Jason seems like a stand up guy and will be a wonderful father. I'm not sure at the time of this writing if you've had your baby yet, so congrats if you have. I was shocked that Jill went overboard over your message. She's really become obsessed over this. It shouldn't become the wedge she's put between you. I think you have too much in your life to get distracted by a friend who's clinging too much. She helped you at a time you needed it and that's what friends do. Now it's your time to enjoy everything you have going for you. You have such a wonderful life you should enjoy every minute of everyday!

Bethenny,
I love each housewife for their unique personalities. I am hoping this message actually reaches your attention. It is the simplest of answers to find true peace and happiness. Simply learn to walk in forgiveness. No matter who it is in your life from your closest friend or family member to the most difficult of the "unfriendly’s"! If you simply just let go and forgive them, then you allow God to reach them. It may not be in a day, a week or a year because "God's Timeline" is never based on when we think things should occur. But please know that the longer you carry the burden the more "moments" in your life drift away. You do not need to dissect any incidents just forgive and let go. As a mom of 4 I know deeply how each moment with them is precious! You do not want to look back on your life and realize something or someone cost you even the briefest of "Lost Moments"! On March 12th my daughter turned 18. I have a son turning 20, another turning 22 and lastly a daughter turning 24. I know first hand how waking up a single mom and forced to reinvent myself and my career in order to provide for them all! The best of it was I had the opportunity to be successful in business and we made it through the toughest of times. I have 4 awesome kids. None are perfect and in each case they are unique. I'm so blessed that I could provide because I had no other option. I have only one regret...I regret any moments I lost with them! I cannot retrieve nor recreate! But although many moments lost were done in the name of survival and supporting them financially...I regret something that I now realize was a waste! It was the moments little or big that allowed me to be at odds with another human being. Just the ridiculous amount of time anger and frustration drains us of is insane! So from one mom to another...PLEASE capture and cherish each moment with your child or children. Look at the moments and events in your life as valuable treasures and be selfish with your treasures! Do not waste emotions for negative people. Save that energy for your child. Look at each negative incident and let your heart smile! Say to yourself that "You WILL NOT let this person take any of your treasure!" Giggle and laugh as you forgive the obstacles and redirect your energy on loving others! You deserve to be happy and enjoy your life! Remember that God already made the greatest sacrifice so that you can know his love! Bless you, your treasure and your heart!!
Xoxo
Jen Nguyen
From “Southern California”

Behtenny,
I really must say that I love you this season. Sometimes you outgrow people and I think that you have outgrown Jill. Jill is a gossiper and she's not really your friend. Jill was my favorite last season, but what shes doing right now has totally shown me a different side of her. I didn't think that she would be as two-faced as shes being and then acting helpless to Luann and Kelly. I couldn't believe that she was letting everyone listen to your message. You were telling her the truth as a friend ,but she couldn't handle the truth. I think it's time for you to move on to a new circle of friends. I don't like Kelly she scares me, its something about her thats not so genuine an I believe that her and Jill will have words with one another before its all over. I'm very big on loyalty and Jill has shown you no loyalty at all when it comes to Kelly. Kelly has a very nasty attitude and disposition. she seems very very fake. I believe that she has anger issues, you could see ot in her face when she was talking to you. I don't trust her. You are a amazing woman, move forward with your new love and maybe you should get a new friend, maybe Alex, shes really sweet. Good Luck with Skinny Girl!

I Love you girl! You're my fave!

YOU'RE my FAVVVV =)

Bethenny is the ONLY woman in the entire RHW series that I actually draw inspiration from. Of course everything she says is gospel but he actions and how she lives her life are REAL. She has it all and I love that she's a strong, smart, business saavy woman that can rock Louboutains like nobodys business. I'm on Team Bethenny!

Bethenny, knowing your sense of humor as Jill should- I really cannot see why the phone message about getting a hobby would turn things into guerilla warfare??? I'm thrilled for all the great things happening in your life- richly deserved. When you work as hard as you do, the people in your life should understand that especially when your newly in love we tend to go a bit underground to keep it special and enjoy the "honeymoon phase of a new love". I do not agree with people calling you changed, because things do change , it's the normal tempo of life! Be true to yourself and focus on the core elements that are sacred to you. You are a beautiful, talented and insanely funny woman. You still have the zingers and they should be taken for the comedic value and not treated like Geneva convention law breakers. Bigger and more hardcore things are going on in the world- grown women should not be so quick to nuke things over such fluff. You glow and you make my sarcastic sensibilities laugh out loud constantly. I so get it. Just don't let Ramona's need for being the lead in her movie of the week, cloud your ability to ditch the small sound bytes.

Bethenny,
you have been my favorite ever since the beginning, but this season you have NOT BEEN YOURSELF! you have been hostile especially when you called Lu ann "A DRAG QUEEN!" and also when you wanted to "TAKE A BATH" after you met with Lu ann for drinks. I mean honestly Thats quite rude!!! and trust me i love this show and i am so happy and i mean so happy for you and jason, but jason does not seem like the guy that goes for girls who say mean things behind their backs...i know i wouldnt.

Hey B.

I realize this post comes about a week post airing of the "New Aliances" episode, but after watching it for about the 3rd time I have to say something, that I learned many years ago.

Reguardless of who you meet,if a "friendship" developes, always know, it can take days, weeks, months or even years before the "true" person will be revieled. I am reffering to LuAnn...
The comment you made to LuAnn,regurarding wanting the "true,fun" LuAnn back. The one you knew in the beginning....Beware, you are NOW with the REAL LuAnn. Even the LuAnns of the world can only hold a fake facade' for so long.

Reguarding Jill Zarin, let her go. I to have had friendships with women that are very, very similar to Jill...No matter how many times you thank Jill, you will never pay the "tab" in full.

You and I have similar backrounds, and I couldn't be happier for you to have found a sweetheart you can call your own. I met my sweetheart 26yrs ago, and I wish you nothing less then the life I have for myself.

Being almost 50yrs old, I never thought I would say...Team Bethenny!!!!!

Bethenny, during these first few episode i think i understand why you've become so defensive, because last season you took a lot of hits. i think it was only natural for the hottest of the bunch to reach her peak and the other housewives to be jealous. everyone else is going through troubled times and envious of yours. enjoy yourself. :D and enjoy your new man!!! love it, live it girl!

Just watched the show, 1st time since last season. Used to love you but you have changed. You seem a bit bitter and angry. What happened? I am from NY and I live in the Hamptons now. I thought last year you were a good example of the real women in NY, but now I have to say I am not a fan. Every time you are in the interview sessions, you dis someone.??

Bethenny, I wish I could give you a big hug! I am so happy for you and your sucess in life! I know that God is blessing you and will continue to bless you throughout your life. Don't let these other women, (Jill, LuAnn and Kelly) rain on your parade. I was never able to have children I am cried the moment I saw you were pregnant. You are my favorite and although I have never met you, I need to say I am proud of you. God Bless!

Bethany, i think everyone is ganging up on you and yes you can make Jason your everything. just be honest tell everyone all their deeds in front their face believe me you'll sleep better. enjoy your success and you man and live your life YOUR WAY!

Bethanny, you defintely seem changed this season; however, since I found you funny (if a bit agressive) in previous seasons, I will defer judgement. Interesting that you would think it odd that Jennifer was weighing in on something that has nothing to do with her since you do it all the time. Do funny and snarky comments get a pass? I think not. I was disappointed in your comment about your friendship with Jill. From the viewer's perspective, it seemed that you two were geniune friends...I was surprised to hear your take on it (as was Jill, I assume). I have a friend who can sometimes be a bit overbearing and needy (my husband calls her my boyfriend) but, I knew that about her when I decided to allow her into my inner circle. Sometimes I have to call her on her stuff and she gets defensive, denies everything, licks her wounds and comes back a little less overbearing and needy (for a week or two). Bottom line, she is and will always be my friend...good or bad..that's what "friend" means. Jason may be your everything but he doesn't have to be your only thing.

Bethany, have you even thought about what would happen if things do not work out with Jason? You are putting all of your emotional eggs in one basket. It's not that you are all at fault, but no one is perfect. I think you could have found a nicer way to ask Jill for some space. Remember, "No man is an island." Neither are women. Yes, you have a quick, sharp sense of humor that is entertaining sometimes, but it doesn't hold a candle to simple kindness and mercy toward others. I don't think you are as happy with yourself as you say. If so, then you've been a fake with Jill all along.

Bethenny,
You are a natural comedienne. You have a great delivery and a very funny way of looking at life. You deserve your success - congrats on the book and new show for Bravo I have heard about. My husband kept rerunning the segment with your butt shot for the PETA ad. He loved it. We are PETA members so great job. However, you need to make up with Jill. Don't assume that Jill is jealous. She may just feel left out by you now that you have success and don't "need" her as much. But she and Bobby loved you -- really loved you. You really need to make an apology. Jill was a 'TRUE" friend. Those are really hard to find. It is easier to be a friend to a successful person than a "needy and depressed" person. Jill continually backed you up--apologize - you owe her one and you will feel much better. Come on -- redeem some bad Karma and get your friend back at the same time. Plus, you get Gloria in the bargain. She is irreplaceable.

The time that you're ready to forgive may not be the time when Jill is ready. There may be a time when you and Jill are not hurting and you both can forgive each other for all of the words. Either side may not even have to say sorry. It can be as simple as saying "I love you" and "I miss you." You'd be surprised at how free your mind and heart can be when you're able to express those feelings openly without all of the emotional baggage.
I guess most of your fans want you to have that close friendship you had before. Congrats on your new relationship and your upcoming bundle of joy!

I was really looking forward to this season, but am totally disappointed in who you've become. Yes, you owe me nothing; I was thoroughly entertained by you in the past, and am, frankly, bummed.

Bethanny

So glad so many good things are happening for you. Seriously though, I loved the show last year because of the chemistry of friendship you had with Jill. She was really there for you, and it is sad to see that good things come your way, and you tell her to get a hobbie. How about remembering that she was there for you, and having some grace.

I've always loved you, loved you, loved you!!! But, this year I am very disappointed in you with regards to your bashing of others. I've always appreciated your fast tongue, because I too have one. You just never seemed to use it in a mean vengeful way before. I hope as the season continues, you will prove me wrong in your callousness.

The NEW Jason kind of reminds me a cross between Slade & Simon. Slade = wants to be a housewife. Simon= controlling. Time will tell...

Bethenny....hands down you (and Alex of course) are by far the only 2 seemingly real women on the show...who cares about what the other "wives...or whatever kelly is" think or say! It was so obvious that last season Kelly picked a fight with you because not only did you see through her transparent "blah" personality, but she was intimidated by the fact that you were the one woman that she could not hold a candle too!

Bethenny, you have been a favorite since the show started. I hope that you and Jill make up. I am so happy for you and your new loves:) Enjoy them

Bethenny,

I think it's wonderful that you have a successful career and a loving relationship. Therefore I am shocked to see that you aren't a nicer person! Those who are happy with themselves are happy for and with other people. Please be nice! LuAnn was hurt by your negative comments that you had made about her, and was simply confonting you because she wants to be your friend. What's wrong with that? If you don't change...you're going to wind up with no friends. LuAnn and Jill were correct: guys come and goo but girlfriends are there to stay!

Bethenny,
I have always enjoyed your quips and one liners, but calling LuAnn a "DRAG QUEEN"????
Come on girl, really?
I feel like all of the ladies are transforming into the
"NY Mean Girls" instead of "NY Housewives".

I was a huge fan last year, but...not so much this go-around. I think your success in life has shattered your reality in life.

Good luck on the impending arrival of your bundle of joy. Mend fences with Jill. Apologize to Alex for not talking to her sooner. Ignore Luann. Embrace Ramona...she needs a hug!