Jessel Taank: Husband's Rumors Hurt More Than Shown

Jessel Taank has shared that recent rumors concerning her husband Pavit Randhawa's sexuality and alleged infidelity on The Real Housewives of New York City were more distressing than viewers may have perceived. Taank stated that the show downplayed the severity of the speculation, which involved insinuations of Randhawa leading a double life and being unfaithful. This narrative was particularly upsetting to Taank.

The controversy gained traction after episode 6 of season 16, with BravoCon 2025 conversations highlighting alleged gossip shared between cast members. Taank explained that she learned the specifics during a cast trip to Moskito Island. She confronted Erin Lichy, who Taank claims deflected blame onto Sai De Silva, leading Taank to then question De Silva directly.

Taank praised her husband's reaction to the rumors as "perfect" but noted the potential for avoidance. She believes her co-star may have used the rumor as "ammunition" and a way to "weaponize" something against her, stemming from past disagreements, including one about personal IVF details allegedly shared by Lichy. The Real Housewives of New York City airs Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET on Bravo.