RHOSLC Star Bronwyn Newport Breaks Silence on Todd Bradley Split

Newport reveals the breaking point in their 9-year marriage as they navigate cheating rumors and her father's death.

Jan. 28, 2026 at 10:07am

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A month after confirming her separation from husband Todd Bradley, 'Real Housewives of Salt Lake City' star Bronwyn Newport has opened up about their split. Newport said the couple spent a 'quiet summer' together mourning the death of her father, but watching the new season episodes made her realize the obvious tension in their relationship as they dealt with cheating rumors. The 40-year-old Bravolebrity also admitted she didn't like her own 'needy' and 'defensive' behavior, and ultimately decided the marriage wasn't what she wanted to continue. Though Newport is 'not happy' about the breakup, she sees a 'wonderful' future ahead for both her and the 26-years-older Bradley, with whom she still lives to care for their dogs.

Why it matters

The split between Newport and Bradley, who have been married for 9 years, provides a rare glimpse into the personal lives of 'Real Housewives' stars and the challenges they face both on and off camera. Newport's candid account of the breakdown of her marriage also highlights the impact that reality TV fame and public scrutiny can have on intimate relationships.

The details

After filming for Season 6 of 'RHOSLC' wrapped in June 2025, Newport and Bradley spent a peaceful summer together grieving the loss of her father. However, watching the episodes air was an 'eye-opening' experience for Newport, who could no longer deny the obvious tension in their relationship as they navigated cheating rumors. Newport said she was bothered by her own 'needy' and 'defensive' behavior, and ultimately decided she no longer wanted to continue the marriage. Turning 40 in September and a conversation she had with Bradley 15 years prior also contributed to her decision to end the relationship.

  • After filming for Season 6 wrapped in June 2025, Newport and Bradley spent a 'quiet summer' at home together.
  • Newport turned 40 in September 2025, which was her first birthday without her father.
  • Newport revealed the news of the split to her 'RHOSLC' co-stars while taping the Season 6 reunion in early December 2025.

The players

Bronwyn Newport

A star of the reality TV series 'The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City' who recently separated from her husband of 9 years, Todd Bradley.

Todd Bradley

Bronwyn Newport's estranged husband, who is 26 years older than her.

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What they’re saying

“It was almost like this magical summer hadn't happened. We were kind of right back into some of those problems.”

— Bronwyn Newport, Reality TV Star (People)

“I didn't like how needy I was, and I didn't like how upset or defensive I was. It wasn't a relationship that I felt like I wanted to be going forward with anymore.”

— Bronwyn Newport, Reality TV Star (People)

“The reunion was the next time I was going to see the women. I felt like since they had lived through some of the breakdown of what was going on, and they had maybe lived through a version of me that was more upset or more defensive or harder to get along with, that they deserved that information.”

— Bronwyn Newport, Reality TV Star (People)

What’s next

Newport and Bradley are still living together to care for their dogs, but it remains to be seen if they will officially file for divorce or continue their separation.

The takeaway

The split between Newport and Bradley highlights the challenges that reality TV fame can bring to intimate relationships, as well as the importance of open communication and self-awareness in navigating difficult times. Newport's candid account of her own behavior and the decision to end her marriage provides a relatable and humanizing perspective on the realities of divorce.