Tamra Judge Scrambles to Clarify Autism Reveal After Social Media Firestorm
Another Bravo-driven spectacle unfolds as Tamra Judge scrambles to backtrack her own autism spectrum revelation. In the season 19 premiere of Real Housewives of Orange County, the 57-year-old threw herself onto a plush therapist’s couch, tears and all, to unpack why she ever claimed neurodevelopmental disorder credentials without a formal assessment.
On the July 10 episode, Tamra’s confessional sounded like a highlight reel of past traumas—child custody battles, a daughter forging her own path, and a father who “left us” without a forwarding address. Amid sobs she admitted “sensory issues are heightened, intrusive thoughts out of control right now,” prompting her therapist to caution that trauma can mimic autism-like symptoms and only a proper evaluation will sort the variables.
Flash back to October 2024 on her Two Ts In A Pod podcast with Teddi Mellencamp, where our heroine first blurted out “I was diagnosed on the autism spectrum.” Cue predictable social media carnage. Fans and trolls alike swarmed her comment section, accusing her of co-opting a serious condition. Tamra now bleats regret, admitting “I misspoke. I shouldn’t have said anything. I just got annihilated publicly and I had a really shitty last year.” Harsh words, but she’s not fibbing about the blowback—reports from her Instagram and Twitter feeds chronicled threads slamming her for trivializing autism, leading to a dip in her mental health.
With the smoke cleared, Tamra vows to rein in her impulsive outbursts next time a castmate crosses her. “I just don’t want to lash out when I’m mad, even if somebody’s done me wrong. I want to fix things,” she declared, as Bravo cameras captured every eye roll and forced hug. Newsflash: “fixing things” on Housewives is about as reliable as a llama in a ballet class.
Meanwhile, other OC stars aren’t exactly waiting in the wings. Shannon Storms Beador, freshly single, has earned the “Kissing Bandit of Corona Del Mar” moniker after a series of steamy public smooches. Her shaky peace treaty with Tamra remains fragile, especially now that Katie’s strolling back into the friend zone. Heather Dubrow is juggling penthouse glamor and mom duties, all while playing reluctant referee in this soap opera. And let’s not forget Tamra’s bestie battling cancer and Gretchen Rossi returning to stir the pot with some “unfinished business.”
So sit tight for more Magnum P.I.-style revelations and forced apologies. Tamra’s on a quest to prove she has feelings after all, but given this circus, nobody’s holding their breath. And that’s today’s dose of reality. You’re welcome.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and E! Online
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