Brynn Whitfield Says Goodbye to RHONY for New Business Ventures

The Real Housewives of New York City is losing one of its most memorable personalities as Brynn Whitfield announces her departure from the franchise to focus on her rapidly growing business empire. The 39-year-old reality star shared the news on June 9 through an Instagram Stories statement, marking the end of her two-season journey with the rebooted series.

Whitfield joined RHONY during its highly anticipated relaunch in 2023, bringing her vibrant personality to seasons 14 and 15. The most recent season concluded in February 2025, capping off what she described as “one of the most fun, chaotic, and magical chapters” of her life, according to Bravotv.com.

Her announcement comes after a particularly dramatic season 15 that featured ongoing tensions with co-star Ubah Hassan, culminating in explosive confrontations during the Puerto Rico finale and subsequent reunion episodes. Despite the challenges, Whitfield expressed gratitude for her time on the show and her role in helping to reboot the iconic franchise.

A New Chapter Focusing on Dating App Success

Rather than dwelling on reality TV drama, Whitfield is channeling her energy into her business ventures, particularly her dating app Hoppy, which she co-founded and serves as Chief Marketing Officer. In her departure statement, she revealed that the app recently hit “a massive download milestone,” fueling her ambition to transform it into the world’s leading dating platform.

“All I want to do now is pour every ounce of energy into building Hoppy into the #1 dating app in the world,” Whitfield wrote in her announcement. She described her work on the app as creating a space “where the good guys are” and where “dating feels fun, safe, and cool again.”

The entrepreneur is splitting her time between offices in London and New York City, collaborating with what she calls “the most successful entrepreneurs, developers, and marketers.” This international approach suggests serious growth plans for the dating platform that go beyond typical celebrity business ventures.

Multiple Projects Keep Whitfield Busy

Beyond her dating app success, Whitfield is expanding her media presence through her Spotify podcast “Please See Below,” which launched in March and features conversations with pop culture personalities. She expressed particular enthusiasm about this project, stating that she had “never felt more me” than when hosting the show, according to People.

Fans can also look forward to Whitfield’s upcoming book, scheduled for release later this year. She teased that the publication will be “the most vulnerable thing” she’s ever written, promising readers will “laugh, cry, and possibly poop” while reading her story. The book appears to offer deeper insights into her life experiences beyond what viewers saw on television.

Whitfield’s departure statement included a touching tribute to her grandmother Mimi, expressing hope that there’s “a TV in heaven” so she could watch and “be proud.” The reality star concluded her announcement referencing Sheryl Sandberg’s famous rocket ship quote before declaring, “We’re done dating his dad. It’s time to steal his inheritance.”

Her exit follows a turbulent reunion period where she worked to repair relationships with various cast members, including Sai De Silva, Jessel Taank, and potentially Hassan. She confirmed maintaining strong bonds with Raquel Chevremont, Erin Lichy, and Jenna Lyons, according to Rolling Stone. While Whitfield noted in the Instagram message that her decision to leave reality TV is “for now,” suggesting a possible future return, her current focus remains firmly planted on building her business empire and exploring new creative outlets.