The drama on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills has reached explosive new heights as Sutton Stracke publicly accuses co-star Erika Jayne of refusing to settle a $6,700 beauty services bill. In a move that has left fans and castmates reeling, Sutton didn’t stop at the accusation—she also released a series of leaked text messages spanning six months that allegedly detail her attempts to get Erika to pay up.
According to Sutton, the dispute began when Erika indulged in high-end beauty treatments from a luxury spa Sutton recommended. However, despite enjoying the services, Erika allegedly left without paying and repeatedly delayed settling the bill. Sutton claims she initially approached the matter privately but grew frustrated as Erika reportedly ignored her reminders. “I tried to keep it professional,” Sutton shared in a candid interview, “but after months of silence and excuses, I realized I had no choice but to bring this to light. It’s not just about the money—it’s about the principle.”
In a shocking twist, Sutton dropped a bombshell by unveiling a trove of text messages between her and Erika, which she claims to have held onto as evidence. The leaked messages paint a picture of mounting tension, with Sutton repeatedly asking Erika to address the unpaid bill, only to receive vague responses or, at times, no reply at all. One particularly eyebrow-raising text allegedly shows Erika responding, “I’ll get to it soon,” which Sutton claims was followed by months of inaction.
“I gave her every chance,” Sutton continued. “I approached her as a friend, then as a colleague, but Erika acted like it was no big deal. For someone who constantly talks about her independence and accountability, this is unacceptable.”
The leaked texts, which have now gone viral on social media, have sparked a fierce debate among fans. Some are calling out Erika for what they see as irresponsible behavior, while others are questioning Sutton’s decision to air the dirty laundry in such a public way. “This could have been handled privately,” one fan commented on Instagram. “I don’t think Sutton needed to go this far.” Others, however, are firmly on Sutton’s side, with one person tweeting, “If Erika can afford designer outfits and glam squads, she can pay her bills. Sutton did the right thing.”
This isn’t the first time Erika Jayne has found herself at the center of financial controversies. The RHOBH star has been under intense public scrutiny due to her ongoing legal battles stemming from her estranged husband Tom Girardi’s alleged embezzlement scandal. Sutton alluded to Erika’s legal troubles during her revelations, stating, “I understand she’s going through a lot, but that doesn’t excuse this behavior. We all have responsibilities.”
Erika has yet to respond to Sutton’s accusations, but insiders close to the cast suggest she is “fuming” over the public airing of the texts and plans to address the matter in her own way. A source revealed, “Erika feels betrayed by Sutton. She thought this was a private matter and never expected Sutton to make it so public. She’s furious and thinks Sutton is just trying to create drama for attention.”
Meanwhile, the rest of the RHOBH cast is reportedly divided over the fallout. Some are said to be siding with Sutton, praising her for standing up for herself, while others believe she took things too far by leaking the messages. “This is going to make the reunion absolutely explosive,” one insider teased.
Fans of the show are now eagerly awaiting Erika’s response, as the tension between her and Sutton shows no signs of cooling off. Will Erika defend herself and provide her side of the story, or will she remain silent and let the controversy brew? One thing is certain: the drama on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is far from over, and this latest scandal has solidified itself as one of the most talked-about moments of the season.
As Sutton concluded her statement, she didn’t hold back, saying, “I’ve worked hard for what I have, and I don’t think it’s fair for anyone to take advantage of me or anyone else. If Erika thinks she can brush this under the rug, she’s mistaken. Accountability matters.”
With the drama escalating both on and off-screen, fans are left wondering: can Sutton and Erika move past this, or will this be the feud that shakes RHOBH to its core? Stay tuned—for this saga is only just beginning.
