Jim Bellino Dating ‘RHOC’ Alum Elizabeth Lyn Vargas Amid Drama With Alexis Bellino
Jim Bellino Dating ‘RHOC’ Alum Elizabeth Lyn Vargas Amid Drama With Alexis Bellino
The Real Housewives of Orange County just got a little smaller as a new love triangle — or perhaps a rectangle — is brewing in the O.C. Jim Bellino, the ex-husband of current RHOC star Alexis Bellino, is now dating Elizabeth Lyn Vargas, a former cast member from season 15, and fans are already buzzing about the surprising match.
Jim and Elizabeth’s New Romance
According to sources close to the couple, Jim and Elizabeth have been dating for about a month after being introduced by one of the co-hosts of the Girls Talk podcast. While their connection may come as a surprise, the pair reportedly hit it off due to their shared passion for golf, which quickly sparked their romance.
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While it’s unclear if Jim and Elizabeth have discussed their overlapping RHOC history — Jim’s past marriage to Alexis and Elizabeth’s brief stint on the show — it seems like the duo has more important things on their minds, like their growing connection. Photos obtained by TMZ from a recent date night show the couple looking happy and smitten.
A Fresh Start for Elizabeth
For Elizabeth, this new relationship marks a fresh start after a tumultuous few years. Her divorce from Bernt O. Bodal, the former chairman and CEO of American Seafoods, was finalized in 2020, and her journey to find love has been far from easy. In 2022, Elizabeth made headlines after an ex-boyfriend held her captive in her Newport Beach home for hours, a terrifying experience that has made her cautious about who she lets into her life.
Despite her past, sources say Elizabeth, who is a self-made, wealthy woman, is hopeful about her future with Jim. She’s been careful about dating, concerned about people being after her for the wrong reasons, but it seems she may have finally found someone who appreciates her for who she is.
The ‘RHOC’ Love Rectangle
Of course, this new romance doesn’t just affect Jim and Elizabeth — it’s creating quite the stir within the RHOC universe. Jim’s ex-wife, Alexis Bellino, is currently engaged to John Janssen, who previously dated Alexis’ RHOC co-star Shannon Beador.
John’s relationship with Shannon ended for good in September 2023, and he quickly moved on with Alexis, making headlines across the RHOC fanbase.
With Shannon, Alexis, and John already entangled in a messy love triangle throughout much of season 18, Jim and Elizabeth’s budding relationship adds yet another layer of complexity to the drama. Fans of the show are bound to have a field day with this latest development, as it looks more like a love rectangle than a triangle at this point.
What’s Next for Jim and Elizabeth?
While the relationship is still new, sources say “sparks are flying” between Jim and Elizabeth, and their chemistry is undeniable. Whether this romance will continue to grow or become another headline-worthy chapter in the RHOC drama remains to be seen.
As Bravo fans gear up for more reality TV drama, it’s clear that the O.C.’s love lives are far from settled.
With Alexis, John, Shannon, Jim, and Elizabeth now linked in this intricate web of relationships, season 18 of The Real Housewives of Orange County promises to be even more explosive.
Elizabeth’s manager, David Weintraub, has yet to comment on the relationship, but it seems like there’s plenty of drama ahead for these O.C. alums.
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Olivia Davis is a Staff Writer at All About The Tea. Olivia’s hobbies include binging Netflix series, and watching Housewives on Bravo. She graduated from San Francisco State University with a degree in History.