Brandi Glanville is an American reality TV star, former model, and podcast host. She is best known for appearing on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills from 2011 to 2016, and again in 2019 and 2020. Brandi was born on November 16, 1972, in Salinas, California. As of 2025, she is 52 years old and lives in Los Angeles.
In recent years, Brandi has faced serious health issues that changed her appearance and lifestyle. Since 2023, she has been dealing with a mysterious facial problem that caused her face to swell and made her avoid public life. She has spent over $113,000 on treatments and recently shared that she’s slowly recovering with a new doctor. At the same time, she’s also involved in legal issues with Bravo, Andy Cohen, and Caroline Manzo.
Wiki/Bio
| Full Name | Brandi Lynn Glanville |
| Date of Birth | November 16, 1972 |
| Age | 52 years (as of 2025) |
| Profession | Reality TV Star, Former Model, Podcaster |
| Hometown | Salinas, California |
| Current Residence | Los Angeles, California |
| Nationality | American |
| Instagram ID | @brandiglanville |
Early Life
Brandi Glanville was born in Salinas but grew up in Sacramento, California. She is the middle child of her parents, Judith and Guy Glanville. She started working as a model at the age of 16 and quickly became successful. Brandi modeled for top fashion brands like Chanel, Versace, and Valentino.
In a 2025 episode of her podcast Brandi Glanville Unfiltered, she said her modeling career gave her confidence but also brought a lot of pressure. She moved to Los Angeles in her 20s to continue working in modeling and try out acting.
Family Details
| Relationship Status | Divorced, currently single |
| Children | Two sons: Mason (21) and Jake (18) |
Brandi was married to actor Eddie Cibrian from 2001 to 2010. They have two sons together—Mason and Jake. Their marriage ended after Cibrian had an affair with singer LeAnn Rimes, who later became his wife. Over time, Brandi and LeAnn were able to mend their relationship, and by 2018, they were on friendly terms.
In 2024, Brandi, Eddie, and LeAnn all came together to celebrate Jake’s high school graduation.
Career Highlights
Brandi started out as a fashion model and worked with big names like Chanel, Gucci, and Valentino. She also appeared in a Coors Light commercial. However, she became a household name after joining The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills in 2011. She appeared regularly until 2016 and returned for short stints in 2019 and 2020.
She later appeared on Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip from 2022 to 2024, and also competed in reality shows like Celebrity Apprentice and Celebrity Big Brother.
Brandi is also a published author. Her two books—Drinking and Tweeting (2013) and Drinking and Dating (2014)—became New York Times bestsellers. In 2013, she launched her podcast Brandi Glanville Unfiltered, where she talks openly about pop culture and her personal life. In 2015, she released a Chardonnay wine called Unfiltered Blonde.
In 2025, Brandi started selling her old RHOBH outfits to help pay her medical bills.
Net Worth
| Estimated Net Worth | $2–5 million (as of 2025) |
| Income Sources | Reality TV, modeling, books, podcast, brand deals |
Brandi Glanville’s net worth is estimated between $2 and $5 million. She made most of her money from The Real Housewives franchise, modeling work, her books, and her long-running podcast. However, her recent health issues have cost her a lot—over $113,000 in medical expenses—leading her to sell personal items to raise funds.
Controversies
Brandi Glanville has been involved in several controversies:
Health Concerns
In 2023, Brandi began suffering from unexplained facial swelling. She believes it may be from a parasite she got while filming in Morocco, though no doctor has confirmed this. Others say it could be due to stress or side effects from cosmetic procedures.
Legal Disputes with Bravo and Andy Cohen
In 2025, Brandi accused Bravo executive Andy Cohen of sexual harassment after he sent her a video in 2022. Cohen apologized and said it was meant as a joke. Brandi’s legal team claims that the network’s actions damaged her health and career.
Caroline Manzo Lawsuit
Brandi is also facing a lawsuit from Caroline Manzo, who claims she was sexually assaulted by Brandi during filming of Ultimate Girls Trip in 2023. The season was paused, and Brandi has denied all the allegations.
