Alexia Nepola and Todd Reunite: Inside Their RHOM Comeback
I assume you probably haven’t been tracking every nuance of Alexia Nepola’s love life, so let me clarify the headlines for you. After two years of marriage to Todd Nepola, the Real Housewives of Miami star and her husband shocked viewers when Todd filed for divorce and abruptly moved into an apartment a month before the season seven premiere. You’re welcome for catching you up.
Here’s the gist: Todd packed his bags and thought he could walk away from the wedding vows — and Alexia’s heart — without a backward glance. But he grossly underestimated just how deep their bond ran. In an exclusive chat with E! News, Alexia, 58, confessed “It was love. It was nothing particular. He thought he could forget about me and that didn’t happen.” She admits she felt the same powerful pull, which prompted their reunion after the brief split. Sources confirm she shared these insights with E! News reporter Will Marfuggi on June 23, and Bravo’s own season seven episode (airing June 11) captured Todd’s hasty departure on camera.
Naturally, filming a marital meltdown for national television was less than comfortable. Alexia admits it was excruciating to unpack her feelings for “the man I love” in front of cameras, but praised her close friends for propping her up through the drama. Despite whispers from fellow Housewives casting doubt on her decision, Alexia insists she’s only focused on what’s best for her own happiness now.
Of course, you’re probably curious how her adult sons, Peter (32) and Frankie (28), reacted to mom’s grand romantic U-turn. Alexia, taking her classic Cuban-mom stance, keeps their personal lives separate and refused to drag them into the mess. She notes that the boys—who’ve weathered their own storms, including Frankie’s severe 2011 accident—simply want their mother to be healthy and happy. With their blessing—and her unwavering love for Todd—Alexia insists she’s doing exactly that.
While Todd will surface on RHOM’s new season, don’t expect him to enjoy the spotlight. Alexia teases that he’s none too pleased about their storyline playing out on Bravo. If you missed the premiere, catch The Real Housewives of Miami Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET on Bravo, and tune in to E! News at 11 p.m. for more of Alexia’s exclusive details. Hopefully that wasn’t too much to process—now you finally understand!
Sources: Celebrity Storm and E! News, Will Marfuggi; Bravo’s The Real Housewives of Miami
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