Paul Kemsley, affectionately known as PK (and less affectionately as “Dorit’s other problem”), has finally spoken out about the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills drama bomb dropped by his estranged wife, Dorit Kemsley. Spoiler alert: he’s got jokes, wisdom, and a dash of reality TV realness.
The couple, who spent nine years mastering the art of passive-aggressive marriage counseling on camera, announced their separation in May 2024. Now, Bravo is generously airing their breakup therapy sessions disguised as a reality show.
The RHOBH Bombshell
In the season 14 premiere, Dorit got candid—like, too candid—calling PK a “full-blown alcoholic” while also acknowledging his recovery efforts with a sober coach. Translation: “You’re a hot mess, but at least you’re trying.”
PK’s Clapback Tour
Enter PK, stage left, on Bravo’s Hot Mic podcast, where he offered his perspective.
“I’m 12 months sober in two weeks,” PK announced proudly, probably while doing some kind of victory lap in his head. “That’s like a reality TV record, right? My sobriety isn’t just for me—it’s to show others that even when life feels like an episode of Housewives After Dark, you can turn it around.”
PK admitted his sobriety journey has been tougher than explaining his Vegas debt to Dorit’s glam squad. “It’s emotional, it’s raw, and it’s a lot of saying no to wine tastings on yachts.”
He added, “Dorit calling me a ‘full-blown alcoholic’ is like saying she’s a ‘full-blown reality star.’ Technically true, but could use some nuance.”
Sobriety 101 with Professor PK
Breaking it down like a Bravo reunion host, PK explained: “Alcoholism is a symptom, not a cause. It’s like saying the rain caused the flood but ignoring the leaky roof. Dorit doesn’t understand sobriety because she hasn’t walked the path I have. She’s walked in Louboutins, and I’ve walked in recovery meetings—very different terrain.”
And for the record? “There’s no such thing as a fully blown alcoholic. You’re either an alcoholic or not. It’s not a party trick!”
Dorit’s Receipts (and a Few Overdrafts)
Dorit didn’t just stop at sobriety; she threw in a greatest-hits list of PK’s alleged past missteps: bankruptcies, gambling, debts, and DUIs. Basically, she read his Wikipedia page out loud.
PK’s response? “Not entirely true. But you know, if we’re airing dirty laundry, let’s at least separate the whites and colors first.”
Where’s This Going?
As PK sees it, their separation isn’t just about the booze. “Sure, my drinking played a role, but marriage is complicated. It’s like trying to assemble Ikea furniture—you need all the parts, a lot of patience, and sometimes an Allen wrench of professional help.”
Meanwhile, Dorit says they’re in a good place “as a family,” which probably means “we’re civil at drop-offs.”
Final Thoughts
If this is the kind of drama we’re getting in episode one, buckle up, Bravo fans. PK’s got his sobriety, Dorit’s got her confessional one-liners, and we’ve got the popcorn ready.
Now, who’s ready for next week’s episode of Reality Rehab Chronicles?
