“The Real Housewives Of New York” star Bethenny Frankel decided to quit the Bravo reality show after three seasons because she could not handle the pressure, madness and negativity. The 39 year-old refused the offer to return for a fourth season, which will begin filming on September 20.

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“Last season was scary and painful,” she tells Us. “It took all of the joy out of it.” Bethenny, who welcomed baby girl Bryn in May, had nasty feuds with her archenemy Kelly Killoren Bensimon and her former BFF, Jill Zarin, who tried to turn other castmates against her.

The housewife is determined to not return to the show, because she sees no reason to go back. She said, “My gut’s saying not to be part of this cast.” Bethenny is expected to make a few appearances on the new season for contractual reason, but she won’t come back full.

Good luck, Bethanny! With Bethenny out, will you still want to watch the RHONY? As long as Kelly keeps actually like a complete lunatic, it’s worth it!

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