Kyle Richards Opens Up About Her Current Relationship with Sutton Stracke: Navigating Friendship Amidst the Drama... - lulu

he relationship between Kyle Richards and Sutton Stracke has been rocky, to say the least. Over the past several years, fans have seen the women endure a cycle of conflict, resolution, and genuine harmony. But where do The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills moms stand today? Well, it seems their bond is at a high point.

Kyle Richards sends birthday wishes to Sutton Stracke: "Adore you"

On Saturday, September 20, Kyle took to Instagram to share a series of birthday tributes to her on-again, off-again friend. She kicked things off on a comedic note, posting Sutton’s slow-motion E! Glambot shot from the 2021 People’s Choice Awards. The red-carpet clip showed Sutton delivering a dramatic, wide-eyed, open-mouthed pose, which she later regretted.

“Happy birthday [Sutton],” Kyle captioned the Glambot moment. “I couldn’t resist. Sorry [crying laughing emojis].”

RHOBH's Kyle Richards shares birthday messages to Sutton Stracke.

Photo: Kyle Richards/Instagram

The Housewife went on to post a few sweet moments between her and Sutton, while acknowledging the ups and downs in their friendship.

“Adore you,” Kyle wrote in the birthda

Did Sutton Stracke get an invite to Alexia Umansky's wedding celebration?

The ladies’ friendship came into question this month when Kyle posted a photo from her daughter Alexia Umansky’s wedding reception. The group shot showed Kyle alongside RHOBH’s Erika Jayne as well as RHOBH alums Lisa Rinna and Teddi Mellencamp. Although the reunion shot was generally well-received, some fans couldn’t help but wonder why Sutton was missing. Kyle later confirmed that Sutton did attend the lavish celebration, but “missed the photo.”

RHOBH's Sutton Stracke receives birthday wishes from Kathy Hilton and Jennifer Tilly.

Photo: Kathy Hilton/Jennifer Tilly/Instagram

Sutton also received sweet messages from Kyle’s big sister Kathy Hilton and RHOBH friend Jennifer Tilly. The former celebrated the special day by sharing a throwback photo of her and Sutton’s lunch with Jennifer.

“Happy birthday [Sutton]!!!” Kathy wrote. “I love you and can’t wait to celebrate you when you’re back home.”

Sutton Stracke celebrates her birthday with her son Philip Stracke

RHOBH's Sutton Stracke visits son Philip Stracke during Parents Weekend at The Citadel. 

Photo: Sutton Stracke/Instagram

Sutton spent her birthday in South Carolina alongside her eldest son, Philip Stracke. The mother of three was in the Palmetto State for Parents Weekend at The Citadel, where Phillip is completing his undergrad. Sutton shared a few peeks at her brief trip on Instagram, posting photos of her and her boy at a tailgating event, and her intimate birthday celebration with friends and family.

"From Citadel Ring to Football Game to Southern Supper beachside, couldn’t ask for a better birthday with my best friend and my family and friends," she captioned a September 21 Reel. 

Sutton is also a mom to daughter Porter Stracke and son James Stracke, whom she shares with her ex-husband. Porter is attending law school in New York City, and James just started his freshman year at Wofford College in South Carolina. Get more details about the Georgia native’s family life, including her relationship with her mom, Reba Brown.