Vanderpump Rules alum Katie Maloney She is sad about her father's death, Rich Maloney.
Katie (37 years old) wrote on her website: “Last Sunday, my father passed away.” Instagram On Friday, January 10th. My father was everyone's favorite, very charming, and made everyone feel welcome and comfortable. We shared a love of dad jokes and he had an endless supply.
While paying tribute to her beloved family member, Katie shared photos from recent vacations including a snowy trip to Salt Lake City, Utah.
“He was always supportive of my siblings and I growing up, and as adults he championed our endeavors,” she wrote. “I can't smell the Irish spring without immediately thinking of it, how the smell almost masked the wheel grease smell of his job. It's a core memory I've always had and I hold on to now.
Shortly after sharing her personal news, the Disrespectfully podcast host received well wishes from her Bravo family.
“Sending you love ❤️” Valley's Janet Caperna he wrote in the comments section. Summer house's Amanda Butter He added: “So sorry for your loss Katie 🤍🤍🤍🤍.”
Earlier in the week, Katie's brother, Rocky MaloneyHe also paid tribute to his father via InstagramHe described him as a “wonderful person, father and friend.”
“Dad, I will think of you every day,” he wrote. “I will always be looking at my phone waiting for our daily phone call to talk sports.”
As the Maloney family continues their grieving process, Katie is focusing on all the positive memories she made with her father away from any camera crew.
She said: “Dad, I love you forever. Thank you for the million laughs, for the father-daughter dances of a lifetime and for the love you have given us.” “I feel like a stranger to grief. As much as it has touched my life and so many people I love. It's not something I feel comfortable or well-versed in.”
Katie is an original cast member Vanderpump Rules It documented her life in West Hollywood for 11 seasons.
Although Bravo announced in November 2024 about the show It will be a renewal For season 12 with an all-new cast, the reality star has her hands full with a variety of projects including her own sandwich shop “Something About It” with costar Ariana Madix.
“It's a mixed bag. But I wouldn't change a thing,” Katie subscriber via her Instagram Story after the news was announced. “Thank you for the memories and love over the past 11 years.”