In a raw and emotional moment on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 15, Episode 10 (“The Cults Out of the Bag”), Erika Jayne dropped a bombshell during a dinner with Sutton Stracke and returning alum Denise Richards.

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While supporting Denise through her allegations of abuse in her marriage to Aaron Phypers, Erika quietly revealed that she, too, had endured physical abuse in a relationship—but not with any of her husbands.

The incident occurred “recently,” after her high-profile 2020 split from Tom Girardi, and involved an unidentified partner. Erika described how what started as “fun” quickly “turned into chaos” several months in.

“It had happened more than once,” she shared. By the third incident, she knew it was over. In her confessional, Erika explained the numbness she felt: “I put on my best hostage negotiator voice… I was afraid, but I was so numb inside that I almost felt nothing.”

The vulnerability peaked when Erika highlighted the profound shame tied to her personal circumstances. “You have no idea how shameful it is to be the mother of a police officer, and have to pick up the phone and call 911,” she said, her voice steady yet heavy.

She then had to inform a family member before the news could spread further. “It’s a lonely, isolating feeling,” she told Denise, emphasizing the emotional toll of secrecy and stigma.

Erika kept the entire experience hidden from everyone—”No one knows,” she assured the shocked table—until this moment.

Dismissing it as “water under the bridge,” she showed remarkable resilience, framing her survival as a quiet strength. Sutton and Denise were visibly stunned by the revelation from someone often seen as unflappable.

This confession arrives amid broader conversations about domestic violence, sparked by Denise’s detailed account of her own experiences, including post-surgery incidents leading to a restraining order.

Erika’s story underscores a powerful truth: abuse can affect anyone, regardless of public persona or strength. It highlights the isolation many face, the difficulty in speaking out, and the courage required to share—even years later.

As RHOBH continues to blend glamour with real-life struggles, Erika’s openness serves as a reminder of hidden battles and the importance of empathy. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, resources like the National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233) are available for support.