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Kristen Taekman Says She Will Not Return to Real Housewives of New York

The #RHONY fashionista shares her plans to focus on her family and growing businesses. 

By Jocelyn Vena

Kristen Taekman says she will not return the Real Housewives of New York. After spending two seasons on the series, the model revealed to E! News that she will now focus on other projects, including her work in the fashion and beauty worlds.

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"My experience during my time on RHONY was fantastic and I made some great new friends," Kristen told E! Newsin a statement on Monday, October 26. "At this time in my life, I have decided to concentrate on my family and my new business ventures Pop Of Color nail polish and Last Night's Look, my fashion blog. I will remain a Housewife and part of an amazing franchise forever and that is what is important."

Back in September, Heather Thomson also shared she would be exiting RHONY after a three-season run.

Check out some vintage photos of Kristen below.

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