“An amazing husband” — The Real Housewives of Miami fans appreciate Russell for supporting Guerdy

Guerdy and her husband Russell from The Real Housewives of Miami (RHOM) | Image via Instagram/ @guerdydesign
Guerdy and her husband Russell from The Real Housewives of Miami (RHOM) | Image via Instagram/ @guerdydesign

In episode 4 of The Real Housewives of Miami (RHOM) Season 7, viewers were taken aback by a very intimate encounter between Guerdy Abraira and her husband, Russell. Guerdy was distressed following a heated altercation at Julia Lemigova's wedding reception.

As the camera recorded their consoling conversation, Russell intervened at that sensitive time by silently holding her hand, providing comfort, and demonstrating unflinching solidarity. Instead of loud drama, Russell's presence demonstrated a new kind of heroism that was anchored in emotional support.

When Julia splattered Guerdy with a drink during a heated argument, emotions were running high. Guerdy felt both emotionally and publicly violated by the act. Julia rushed off as tensions increased, leaving Guerdy, who was scared, to ponder over the situation. Russell stuck at her side, his composed strength proved to be a powerful contrast to the emotional upheaval.

Russell's silent but powerful support was soon recognized and commended by fans. They praised him on social media for standing quietly next to Guerdy and providing consolation without showing off. Their responses emphasized Russell's function as Guerdy's safety net throughout the turmoil, in addition to his role as a devoted spouse.

A fan of The Real Housewives of Miami (RHOM) wrote,

"Russell is such an amazing husband for pointing out how the cast just sat there while Guerdy, a woman just fresh off a battle with cancer was cruelly humiliated by Julia for speaking the truth about a lie Julia was spinning behind her back. #RHOM #Bravo"
"This is exactly why RUSSELL is the best husband across the housewives franchise!!! Love how he loves Guerdy #rhom," a tweet read.

Another X user shared,

"Supportive of his wife during the hardest time in her life... never trying to have a moment on camera but be there for her... Russell continues to be one of the best Real Househusbands of all time #RHOM."

More viewers of The Real Housewives of Miami (RHOM) praised Russell for supporting his wife during hard times.

A netizen expressed,

"Julia thought a TEXT MESSAGE was good enough? I’m glad Russell told Guerdy what she needed to hear. Especially about how everyone just sat there and she’s recovering from cancer. #RHOM"
"It’s not hard to back someone up when a glass gets thrown at them. Guerdy’s reaction was valid, I just wish more of the women stepped in. Glad she has Russell to support her #RHOM," a comment read.

"She Violated Me" — Guerdy breaks down after Julia’s drink toss on The Real Housewives of Miami (RHOM)

When Julia Lemigova threw a drink at Guerdy Abraira during the post-wedding celebration in Season 7 Episode 4 of The Real Housewives of Miami, things became heated, and Guerdy was clearly shaken. The cameras caught the unadulterated pain beneath Guerdy's tears as she turned to her husband, Russell, for his support following the incident.

Guerdy calmed down and confided in Russell about the impact the action had on her.

"I even don’t know what to say. Like, she violated… she violated me in front of the girls for their entertainment. That’s what she did to me," she said, her voice cracking with emotion.

As the words set in, Russell explained to Guerdy that the emotional pain of feeling like she was being used by him for dramatic effect in public was worse than the actual lights-out assault. Describing how the move impacted her recovery and mental state, she said she felt "degraded" and "worthless".


Fans can watch episode 4 of The Real Housewives of Miami (RHOM) Season 7 on Bravo.

Edited by Priscillah Mueni