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21 Questions

Jill Zarin shares her thoughts on the new housewife, and Bethenny's impersonation!

February 24, 2009

I will admit that since I can remember, I have been the most curious person I know. Not just with gossip like Ramona insinuated, but in life. I remember torturing my father with 21 questions about everything and anything. I still do. I am extremely detailed oriented. I suppose that is what makes me successful in business. I like to know all the facts surrounding every situation, including and especially people.

I don't know if I should be flattered or insulted by Bethenny's impression of me, but I will say flattered.

Kelly looked like a fish out of water at the charity event. Kelly and I have a totally different set of friends. Most of mine are married with children and even grandchildren. Since Kelly is divorced, it makes sense for her to be surrounded by a younger single crowd. It was very uncomfortable the way we were integrated. I wish I had met Kelly off camera. I think it would have been a better experience for her if we had spoken before filming. We really didn't get to know each other until the last 4 weeks. Kelly has stated many times that she had never watched either the OC or NYC version of our show. It must have been very awkward for her without that available knowledge.

I don't know if I should be flattered or insulted by Bethenny's impression of me, but I will say flattered. Bethenny has a razor sense of humor and can pull it off. I fear imitators will take a shot and it will get ugly!

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Comments

148 Comments

Jill...Is there anything you WOULDN'T sell?

Jill,
Love you on the show and I think your daughter is adorable and those eyes. You must be really proud.

Jill,you and Bethanney are the absolute best! Your the only two who have not changed yourselves since the first season, Luanne comes in a distance 3Rd. You are absolutely a true genuine person. Bethanney is as good as it gets when it comes to being truthful. Ramona is as horrible as it gets! She thinks she has class? Being rude and crude is not being honest and telling it like it is, she's a fake, want to be. When she speaks her mind she's right, but, when someone disagrees, or proves her wrong she just wants to drop it.She can't bare the fact she's not you! You handle her better than I ever could, but, that's what happens when you are loved by your family and friends. love ya!

Jill: Not only are you the only adult in the group (you and Bobby) but you are the classiest and the most beautiful - Bethany is the exception. Bethany is direct. She could tone it down and is a bit too sensitive but at least she is straight forward which is a quality I appreciate. I think you need to set up another match with Mario and bring Serena Williams with you to knock him on his butt. That I would love to see! I really don't enjoy men who whine.
Your mom is wonderful! I am so glad you have her on your show. She is your number 1 fan!
I watch the show to see what you guys are doing. Your family is blessed. Tina

Jill-
I adore you on the shopw, you're outrageous. You're hilarious and original. Team Jill&Bethenny.

Jill, you are terrific! I watch the show just to see you and Bethenny - you two are great and hilarious together!! I would love to meet you two someday, you just make the whole show worthwhile! Don't ever change - your just fabulous just the way you are! By the way, Mario is a jerk and I would love to punch him out for you! :)

I love you Jill. You and Bethenny are great people and i look forward to watching the show just to see you two. Your family is great and I love the way you talk. We love you!!

Jill I LOVE you! Before I only watched RHOOC, but YOU drew me into RHONYC. You are a bit brass...but you are honest. You don't sugar coat anything, you are genuine, and yet...everyone is drawn to you. There's nothing fake with Jill.

Jill-

If you're "from Long Island and it shows" then I am PROUD to say that I am also from Long Island and love it. You are the best housewife on the show and a great friend and mother, and the reason I watch,

TEAM JILL
xox janet.

Jill,

I enjoy watching the show. I must say you seem to be the type of person who would befriend a person based solely on their character not the the amount of money they have. Maybe I am wrong but the other Real Housewives in Atlanta
and Orange County seem to be very shallow in that area.

I feel like you are fairly normal. You do get a little crazy once in a while but then you reel yourself back in, appoligize and go on with it. Everyone talks and judges... at least you do it to their face (or where they can read it:).

Jill,
I find you very interesting and entertaining to watch. I love the 'Jill & Bethany' show! You two are hysterical and remind me of myself with a girlfriend I have had since high school (20+ yrs ago).
Truthful friendships last.

first of all, you are sharp, your parents are stylish and thats where you probably get it from. Your mother is a very wise woman. I don't think Ramona is jealous of you, i just think that she is outspoken which is not always timed perfectly and you are poised in your outspokenness.
How is Betthany a housewive. I never see you relax, you are always trying to be perfect and that you cannot be. You are smart, sharp in your appearance but when you are not the center of attraction, you are not happy. Sometimes others have to shine. When Luann and Alex were speaking French, you felt abandoned. Just take French lessons or bring a friend who speaks Yiddish it should show the others how rude it could be. Good luck next season. Hope that your daughter finds her happiness.

Jill--you are such a delight. You are my favorite. Count your blessings in having Gloria for your mother. She is absolutely amazing--she just radiates wisdom and love. No wonder you turned out so great. Anyway, I'm ready for the new season and know you and Betheny will rule!!!

jill :
you are the most sincere and real person on the show, you can really tell how much you love bethenny, i hope its trully reciprocated.
also, your daughter is so sweet, she excudes only goodness.

your mother is a real jewish mother, so much reminds me of my own.

its amazing how your genuine curiosity and attention to detail is so misunderstood, dont feel bad i have the same "drek" to deal with as i am just like you.

your combination of being extremely wealthy and down to earth is unique!

doesnt it frustrate you that more people cannot be like us?

Jill,

The one-on-one time between your mom and Bethany was so darling. You are blessed to have such a mom who knows exactly what needs to be said and how. I, like so many other viewers, took her words to heart. I hope to see more of your parents during the season. If not, here and there bring them up in conversation, ok? Your family is blessed.

Jill,

you are the best and adding Bethany is great. I love watching you two togteher b/c it reminds me of me and my girlfriends. We can joke and make fun of eachother but all in good fun!

Jill,

As stated in so many of these blogs, you and Bethenny are the best. My daughter and I watch the show together or if she is at school in LONG ISLAND, we call each other and discuss...She recently told me that I am a combination of you and your mother. I took that as the highest compliment. I cry too when one of my 3 daughters go away....you're a great Mom. I also suffer from RA, I get your dedication to that cause. You just be you the girl from Long Island....

Jill,
Do you think Simon go beat up for his lunch money every day growing up, or just a few times a week?

Jill - You are my favorite NY housewife (Bethany my second favorite). The episode with your mom & Bethany imitating you was great and truly funny! You all have a great relationship and it's fun to watch. I saw the Cosmo picture of Ramona and now I know why she is soo weird and wired... STEROIDS IN THE 90'S!! She says Simon and Alex are weird... well so is she. I feel sorry for her daughter, but not her husband because he's as big a chick as she is! P.S. you have a very nice, considerate husband and your daughter very sweet.

Jill--Love you!! But I am concerned about your insistance that Allie wear sneakers in Paris. Believe me when I say the only folks who wear sneakers on the streets in Paris are American tourists! When we go, I never ever pack sneakers unless I plan to go to the gym. I take cute little (supportive) flats to sightsee, but the Parisian women, young or old, are in heals!

Jill
I have watched all the RH shows and RHNY is the best. You and Bethany are both so frank and honest without being nasty and phony. You 2 have a genuine friendship and more class than all the other housewives combined and no one has one-liners that say it all like Bethany.

Jill,

I must admit that this show is a guilty pleasure. I am an author and public speaker who's a single mom and am creating an organization to encourage women of all walks of life all over the world. I enjoy watching the show because it is a chronicle of women's life. You appear to be one of the most down to earth ladies on this show. I understand that watching the show only gives a very limited "glance" of anyone on the show's life so that's why I use the word "appear" about being down to earth. I hope I don't offend, but the one thing I have learned in life is that we are all in a journey and God has called us all to bless people. None of us are perfect and we all will make many mistakes. So be encouraged and keep your head up. Work to make a positive difference in people's lives and don't sweat the small stuff. On the show it looks like you try not to do that (we all have to pull our foot out of our mouths sometimes). God bless you and your family. I saw on an interview that you like to respond to the comments so feel free to email me.

Hi Jill -

I just wanted to express how touched I was to see the show with your Mother and Betheny (their chat in your kitchen). Your Mom is WONDERFUL !!! She was so kind and loving to Betheny. I can see where you get your compassion and deep felt interest in people not to mention your wisdom. My Mother passed away a few months ago and I was lucky to have some "real" moments like that with her before she died. Thoses moments are truly the things that matter. All my best to you and your family.
Thank you for sharing!!

Jill,
I think you and Bethany are the best! I love watching the two of you together.

Jill. I am watching the episode with your mother and Bethany. I must comment on your mother. She is a wise and amazing woman!I would love to just sit and talk to her. She should be a therapist. She is a sweet wonderful kind soul! I love her! You are my fav wife on this whole real housewife series. I just love your honest. attitude towards life and your friends! And your hair ROCKS!

You are a delight.
You should have your own talk show...
You could be the Jewish Oprah!

You are the best Housewife ever.
I would vote for you1
You remind everyone of their best friend.

Jill

You're ability to do as much as you do for your friends and family is amazing while handleing a business and STILL looking as great as you do. You've got a warm smile and a great sense of humor I love it!!

I love the housewives of New York!!!! Jill you are so funny and so true to yourself. You and Bethanny are so great together.

Jill, you are by far the best! Your "no BS", tell it like it is attitude is classic. You are the most fun to watch and anyone would be lucky to have you as a friend. You seem like a dear soul. Good luck!

i heart jill! can't wait for tonight's episode.

Jill,

You are the only housewife who actually seems like a real person. Question; how is Bethanney a housewife? She is single and as far as I know always has been. Regardless she is a much welcome comic relief...she needs to reconsider that long hair though. It does nothing to accentuate her beautiful bone structure. Have a word with her on this please! As to Luanne...well I know she is a friend of yours, but she seriously needs to realize that a chick from New England will never be a Countess in this country no matter who she married. She has become a noveau riche snob. That said she is a beautiful woman who has a loftier opinion of herself than anyone else has. This appears to include her mother, who was not acting warm and cozy with her as they readied themselves for the cancer benefit. It's a shame YOUR mother couldn't have taken her mothers place. I think she would have benefited from her wise insights and ability to provide some genuine warmth. Poor Luanne...
Looking forward to a great season!

Jill - Would you please move up to Albany? I could really use you in my life right now!!!!
Bethany is a ballbuster, I love her frankness....and in my opinion, she absolutely adores you. Jill, you are true blue, you can see it in your eyes (and through the television that is). There ought to be more people in the world like yourself (and your Mom - mine passed in November; you are so fortunate to have that lady in your life). Now get your bad self up to Albany, please!!! Or, if you and your Mom are looking to adopt a 38 year old, I'll come down to you....xo - take good care.

Jill, you having an amazing and very wise mom. I was almost in tears watching her give advice to Bethenny. I'm glad to see that you treasure her and want to spend more time with her. It's obvious that you two have a very special relationship.

Your mother is wonderful. Your relationship with your daughter is commendable...Honestly, with all the craziness in the world today, its nice to see a normal, loving family on t.v.

Jill~
I LOVE your parents. God Bless them and the rest of your family. Keep keeping it real girl! We love you in Long Beach, CA!!

Hi Jill:

I just wanted to let you know how much I adore you and your family (including your mother) You and Bethanney are my favorite. I crack up!!! You seem like such a open and honest person who doesnt take crap from anyone and I love it.

Hi Jill!

I loved last week's episode - seeing you with Bethenny and your mom - you are blessed to have such a wonderful friend and family. Bethenny is a comedian and she I don't think she meant any harm at all so I'm glad you didn't get upset.

Your mom is an abosolute doll and I was in tears when she was talking with Bethenny. Everyone needs a little help from the outside now and then. Your mom is so caring and the scene was so heartfelt.

The scene with your daughter really got to me. I can't imagine my daughter being so far away but I really commend you for giving her this opportunity to study in France. You are raising a beautiful and intelligent young woman. What an incredible job you are doing!!

I can't wait to see how the rest of the season unfolds!

Jill, i love your rosegold earrings that you were wearing when you were talking about your mother. where did you get them? i'm a redhead too, and it's so hard to find nice, chunking rosegold earrings

Jill,
I must be honest here. When I started watching HWNY, I realized why I never really missed having girlfriends, that is until last weeks episode starring....drum roll please...JILL & BETHENNY!!! If I could ever find this kind of true friendship and that true spirit you have for each other, man, oy! forget men!

Also, I remember one of my fave things to do with my mom when I got, ahem, older, was to camp out on her bed with the TV on and the phone off the hook reading and talking and hanging out. You guys brought back some great memories.
Thank you!

Hi Jill, I think you and Betheny are soooo funny, but I must tell you. I Loved your mom on the show she is such a wise soul.

What I wouldn't give to have a nice jewish mama like yours! You are truly blessed!

Jill I think you and Betheny make the show. I guess you and Ramona's little tiffs adds a little spice to the show so she is a keeper. I cannot stand Alex and Simon everything gets on my nerves including their children Yukkkk!!! Anyway...I am looking forward to watching you guys. I love the show as well as Atlanta Housewives you both put OC to shame they need to retire that show. They don't even do anything its so superficious and boring.

Jill,

Love watching the show to see you...and I must admit your gay-husband too! He is a stud! Does he like younger guys? I am a 25 year old white guy here in Manhattan! HEHE...I doubt you read these, but if you do, pass the word to him. Jayson

Last season I thought you were the best and this season you are even better. You make this show. I love watching you. Love Bethenny too. Glad you guys are friends.

I love Jill's mother. Can she adopt me to? My mom passed away and just listening to her give advice just brought me to tears.

Jill, you are fabulous! You are real and down to earth I love your mom! Bring her back on more episodes :)

Jill- you are my favorite housewife because you are a truly good hearted person. You are real and fair. You have more class than the "countess". I feel like I would love to know you in real life.

What does it take for Bravo to get-it... The freaks have to go they are wrecking the show. Every time they open there mouth all that comes out is a bunch of B.S. Why are they still on the show????????????????????????????????

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