Sutton Stracke, from Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, just shared a surprising update about her love life. And it looks like romance is officially back on the table.
The 54 year old reality star revealed she recently went on a date with a mysterious man from New York. Even more surprising, she says the first date went so well that a second one is already planned.
Sutton is starting a new chapter in her life. She’s now an empty nester and dealing with ongoing drama from her ex-husband.
RHOBH: Sutton Stracke Reveals New Man After Dating Hiatus
Sutton Stracke, a star of RHOBH, shared that she is dating again after a break from relationships.
“I am dating and kind of open,” Sutton said.
She explained that she had stepped away from the dating scene for a while.
“I went on a date last week in New York and had a really great time,” she revealed. “We’re going on a second date.”
Sutton kept the man’s identity private but offered a few details.
During a podcast appearance, she described him as “cute, nice and charming.”
For now, Sutton seems happy keeping things casual as she splits time between two cities.
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RHOBH: Sutton Stracke Loves Her New York and Los Angeles Lifestyle
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star shared that her new lifestyle has brought fresh experiences, like dating.
“He lives in New York, but I can bounce back and forth,” Sutton explained.
She added that she enjoys the freedom of living in both Los Angeles and New York.
“I have a great apartment in New York, so I like going there. I feel very confident when I’m in New York.”
Sutton admitted the arrangement could actually be perfect for her.
“I’d like to have a boyfriend, but a boyfriend in New York sounds pretty good,” she said. “And I can go back home and be about myself.”
RHOBH: Life After Kids and Marriage
Sutton also shared how her perspective has shifted since becoming an empty nester.
At first, the change felt intimidating. Now she sees it differently.
“I’m not afraid of being an empty nester anymore,” she said. “I’m really embracing it.”
That independence appears to have helped her relax about relationships.
She explained that while she enjoys companionship, she is not desperate for it.
“I’m not really tortured by the idea of living alone,” Sutton said.
“It’s not my favorite thing, but I’m not desperate to find a partner.”
RHOBH: The Ex Husband Drama That Shocked Fans
Sutton Stracke surprised RHOBH fans with a recent situation involving her ex-husband, Christian Stracke.
In season 15, Sutton shared that Christian had asked the Catholic Church to annul their marriage. They had already divorced over ten years earlier.
The twist did not stop there.
Sutton later discovered that Christian’s current partner was once a close friend.
“That was a shock to me as well,” she admitted.
Sutton said she learned about the relationship two years ago and felt hurt by how it unfolded.
“We’ve been like family friends. Our boys are best friends,” she explained.
Still, Sutton insists she has moved forward.
“If they choose to get married, I will support that,” she said. “I don’t need to be your friend, but I’m going to support whatever choice you have made.”
RHOBH: Sutton Stracke Refuses to Engage in RHOBH Feuds
RHOBH star Sutton Stracke seems calmer than ever this season, despite the personal drama.
She recently responded to remarks from former castmate Lisa Rinna. Rinna had mocked Sutton’s appearance in her memoir.
Sutton’s reaction was simple.
“I didn’t have a reaction,” she said. “Like, who cares? I don’t care.”
Fans have noticed the difference. Sutton now seems focused on peace, independence and possibly a new romance.
If the second date goes well, the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star could soon have a long-distance boyfriend.
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