Brandi Glanville Breaks Silence—Yolanda Hadid’s Life‑Saving Referral

Brandi Glanville, the former *Real Housewives of Beverly Hills* star, publicly praised former castmate Yolanda Hadid for helping connect her with medical specialists during her ongoing health crisis.

The acknowledgment came on the Friday, September 11 episode of Glanville’s “Brandi Glanville Unfiltered” podcast and was later echoed in an Instagram post she released the following day.

Gl Glanville has been battling a complex medical condition for nearly three years, a problem that surfaced after filming the Morocco season of *Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip* in 2023. The season never aired because of litigation between cast member Caroline Manzo and Bravo over an alleged incident involving Glanville.

Recent diagnostic reports revealed that she is dealing with “highly resistant ESBL Klebsiella and Enterobacter with biofilm, Coccidioidomycosis (Valley Fever), Demodex dermatitis and Mononucleosis,” after spending more than $113,000 on treatment options.

## Background & Context

The health issues that Glanville faces were first noted after her involvement in the Morocco filming. Although the show’s episode has remained unaired due to legal disputes, the experience is believed to have triggered the onset of her condition.

She has since undergone a battery of tests that identified multiple infections and dermal disorders, all of which require costly and prolonged care.

Her medical journey has cost more than $113,000 in treatment attempts, underscoring the financial strain that accompanies her physical struggles.

The diagnoses include a resistant bacterial infection known as ESBL Klebsiella and Enterobacter with biofilm, a fungal infection called Coccidioidomycosis (also referred to as Valley Fever), a skin condition linked to Demodex mites, and Mononucleosis.

Yolanda Hadid, 62, is no stranger to public health disclosures; she previously revealed her diagnosis with chronic Lyme disease on *Real Housewives of Beverly Hills*.

While the Mayo Clinic notes that chronic Lyme disease is a term describing long‑term symptoms that may or may not be linked to an earlier case of Lyme disease, it emphasizes that the term is not well defined.

## What People Are Saying

On the podcast, Glanville said, “Yolanda’s always been very helpful.” She added, “Yolanda’s been very helpful and she’s hooked me up with some doctors. It’s just spending, spending, spending.

If I had her bank account, it would be different.” She clarified that their health concerns are distinct, noting that “She has Lyme disease and I’ve got [my own health issues].”

Vicki Gunvalson, 64, who has also participated in *Real Housewives of Orange County*, shared a statement on a social media platform: “As I donated to Jeana Keough, I did for Brandi,” she wrote. She went on to say, “It breaks my heart that both of them who have been used to working to provide for themselves, are not able to at this time.

I wish Brandi continued healing.” The comment was part of an exclusive statement released on Saturday, September 12.

Glanville’s own Instagram Stories post read: “I’m honestly overwhelmed by all the love and support,” she wrote.

“Thank you to every single person who has donated, shared my GoFundMe, checked on me, prayed for me or sent me love.” She added, “Asking for help isn’t easy for me, but knowing I have so many people in my corner means more than I can ever explain. I still have a long road ahead, but you’re helping me keep fighting.

From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU. I love you guys.”

## What Happens Next

A close friend of Glanville’s launched a GoFundMe campaign to aid her treatment and recovery. As of the latest update, the fundraiser has raised more than $19,500 toward a $25,000 goal.

Several former *Real Housewives* colleagues have contributed, including Kyle Richards and Camille Grammer from *Real Housewives of Beverly Hills*, Vicki Gunvalson from *Real Housewives of Orange County*, and Claudia Jordan from *Real Housewives of Atlanta*.

The campaign’s progress reflects the solidarity among reality‑TV stars who are facing health challenges. While the fundraiser has not yet met its target, the combined donations signal ongoing support for Glanville’s medical journey.

There are no further public statements regarding additional fundraising efforts or medical plans at this time, but Glanville remains actively engaged in seeking care.

In closing, Brandi Glanville has expressed profound gratitude for the community’s assistance and for the personal connections that continue to bolster her fight against a demanding illness.