Mary Bonnet’s past heartbreak, fertility struggles, and new memoir reveal a raw side of the glamorous Selling Sunset star.
Mary Bonnet, a star of Selling Sunset, made a deep, emotional revelation on The Squeeze podcast. Mary, regretting a past mistake, recalled a painful memory of her late ex-husband.
When Taylor Lautner asked the 44-year-old realtor about a moment she would change, Mary didn’t hold back. She painfully shared, “I would go back to November 2009. My ex-husband, well, almost ex-husband, at the time, called me right before he died, and I didn’t pick up the phone. I would tell myself to pick up… like there’s possibly something I could’ve done.”
Mary still carries the weight of this moment, revealing to the hosts, “Ah, that’s a tough one.” Even with reassurance from Tay Lautner that she “can’t keep that guilt,” the regret clearly remains a heavy burden on Mary’s heart. This raw, vulnerable admission shows Mary’s personal battles. They lie behind the glamorous world of real estate.
Selling Sunset: Fertility Struggles and an Uncertain Future
Mary Bonnet has openly shared her struggles with fertility and past regrets. Her memoir, Selling Sunshine, released in September 2024, details her journey. It includes stories of miscarriages and unexpected health discoveries.
On the Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast, Mary shared a surprising diagnosis: her uterus has a septum. This condition makes it hard to carry a pregnancy. “If I had known all of this a long time ago, it would’ve been very hopeful… Through IVF and everything, they never told me,” Mary said.
Mary, a Netflix star, has faced many failed IVF treatments. Recently, a full-body scan revealed her breast implants had ruptured. This added to her health struggles. Yet, she remains hopeful. Mary, alongside her husband Romain Bonnet, is keen to explore options.
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Selling Sunset: Mary and Romain’s Fertility Journey
Mary and Romain, married for six years, are facing fertility issues. While speaking to E! News, Mary admitted, “We don’t know what the outcome is going to be. We’re just kind of taking it as it comes.” The couple is committed to the process but understands that time, especially at Mary’s age of 44, is a crucial factor.
Mary also shared that she needs surgery. It’s the next step for her. She said, “I have to get that done, then heal before we start.” With all the stresses of her career and the release of Selling Sunshine, the Selling Sunset star is taking a much-needed pause before deciding her future with Romain.
Yet, the couple remains united and hopeful. Mary shared how much they adore their fur babies, especially their dog Thor, who Romain is “beyond obsessed with.” Even if things don’t work out the way they hope, Mary believes they will be okay, saying, “What’s meant to be will be.”
Selling Sunset: A Rollercoaster of Hope, Loss, and Resilience
Mary Bonnet’s journey has been anything but easy. After egg retrieval and IVF between seasons five and six of Selling Sunset, she and Romain saw a glimmer of hope. In late 2022, they traveled to Bali and conceived naturally. The excitement turned to tragedy when Mary had a septic miscarriage. It was a deeply painful experience, shown in season seven of the show.
Despite the ups and downs, Mary is committed to sharing her story. She hopes to comfort those who find solace in her openness. “Especially when I started talking about my fertility issues, I had so many people come up to me… and say, ‘I can’t thank you enough,’” Mary said. Her vulnerability has made it a strength for others with similar struggles. She inspires fans worldwide.
