Kim Zolciakis keeping it real about her finances.
A little over a month following the claims made by Ariana Biermann, daughter of former “Real Housewives of Atlanta” cast member, and allegations that she and estranged husband Kroy Biermann took funds during their rocky separation, Kim finally responded to the accusation.
She disclosed to Andy Cohen on the July 31 episode of “Watch What Happens Live” that the financial support they had been receiving from Ariana was used to pay bills, leaving her in a difficult position of having to cover the family’s expenses.
As a die-hard fan, let me share a tidbit I picked up about my favorite celebrity. In response to the rumors circulating, she recently addressed a question regarding her and her husband, Kroy – who parted ways for the third time following 14 years of marital bliss in February – borrowing money from their eldest child, Brielle, who’s now 28.
Brielle occasionally paid her electricity bills,” she clarified. “Since I didn’t have any money left, I had to come up with a solution quickly.
Although Kim, who is the mother of children Kroy Jr., 14, Kash, 12, and 11-year-old twins Kaia and Kane with the former NFL player, didn’t disclose the amount Ariana lent her, she has already devised a strategy to repay her debt.
She explained that she had repaid Ariana for the loans she took out, including expenses, and assured that Ariana would also be compensated for her earnings. However, she doesn’t have the specific records to show how much.
It’s true that on the Bravo show’s debut on June 3, Ariana claimed her parents had used the money she’d earned since childhood, during their financial struggles. She mentioned that although she’s been on TV since she was five years old, she didn’t start receiving a salary until her teenage years.
She shared that her initial brand deal came when she was fourteen. At the time, she was posting around three times a week and earned a substantial amount for a single story or Instagram post. However, unfortunately, her parents took the money she made. To this day, she doesn’t know where it went, as she only learned recently that the funds were no longer available – approximately two years ago.
Despite the intricate nature of her family’s financial background, she made it clear that the priceless connection she shares with Kim will always remain her top priority.
Ariana expressed during her June 29 interview on “Watch What Happens Live” that no matter the circumstances, her mother will remain her dearest friend for life. She emphasized that money should never come between a family, as it can be replenished, and she’s grateful for having her mom, which is all she truly needs.
Keep reading for a look back at Kim and Kroy’s layered relationship…
For Kim Zolciak, the ring held no significance anymore as she initiated her divorce proceedings against Kroy Biermann on May 8, 2023, after 11 years of wedlock.
Based on records acquired by TMZ, it appears that the couple officially separated on April 30, 2023. The former star of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” stated that their marriage has reached a point of no return, with no prospects for reconciliation as it’s currently “irretrievably broken.
Kim, who has children Kroy Jr., Kash, twins Kane and Kaia (all with the former NFL player), as well as Brielle and Ariana, has filed for primary physical custody of the children while sharing joint legal custody, according to the documents submitted.
On the day following Kim’s petition, Kroy took action in the custody matter by submitting a request for sole legal and physical custody of their four kids as well.
According to legal papers acquired by TopMob News, Kim received a summons instructing her and Kroy to fill out a domestic intake form that tracks the wellbeing of their children for a 30-day period.
As a devoted admirer, I can’t help but share my thoughts on this intriguing turn of events. When these beloved celebrities were still nestled in their shared Georgia abode, news broke about their separation. In his filing, Kroy made a request that struck me as particularly noteworthy: he sought to be granted temporary, exclusive, and permanent use and ownership of the property, as well as any other acquisitions made during their wedded years. Quite fascinating indeed!
On May 16, 2023, the star of “Don’t Be Tardy” submitted a request in court for her ex to undergo drug testing. According to reports from TopMob News, Kim claimed she has witnessed Kroy using marijuana and expressed concerns about their children’s safety and wellbeing. The documents show that Kim asked the court to order a five-panel hair follicle drug screen to decide on custody arrangements for their kids. She additionally requested that Kroy keep his hair long before the screening.
In the same breath as I submitted my petition, I, as a lifestyle connoisseur, might have posted a subtle commentary about love and connections across my social media platforms.
As a devoted follower, I find this quote on Instagram resonates deeply with me: “The purest form of love is thoughtfulness.” It’s when someone takes time to think about your feelings, pays close attention to details, and keeps you in mind when making decisions that might impact you. The depth of their affection can be gauged by the extent they consider you in any relationship. I wholeheartedly agree and added a 100 emoji to express my sentiment.
Kim took to Instagram to share another arcane message about relationships on May 24, 2023.
As a lifestyle advisor, I’d rephrase this insightful statement as follows: “They might accuse you of overreacting when faced with their harmful actions, yet they seldom acknowledge the disrespect that instigated your response.” In Kim’s Instagram stories, she emphasized the importance of taking note of this observation by writing, “Read it twice!
The unexpected breakup between the couple left not just their fans, but even their previous employer, Andy Cohen, in a state of surprise.
On SiriusXM’s Andy Cohen Live on May 9, 2023, the host of Watch What Happens Live confessed he was quite taken aback. He hadn’t anticipated hearing such news. The couple, who seemed deeply in love and together, weren’t the ones he thought would ever part ways. Indeed, they appeared to be a long-term pairing, one that he believed would stand the test of time.
In the midst of divorce-related turmoil, Kim’s oldest daughters, Brielle and Ariana (whom Kroy formally adopted after marrying the reality TV star), wrote heartfelt messages for their mother on her 53rd birthday.
In a post on Instagram, Ariana expressed, “You’re the most powerful woman I can think of!!!” accompanied by a photo of her and her mother at the beach on May 19. “I appreciate everything you do! I am incredibly proud of you, mom! Here’s to 53 years!
In her Instagram Stories, Brielle posted a picture with her mother, enjoying some wine together. The caption read, “Happy Birthday, Mom! I adore you immensely!
After weeks of filing for divorce, Kim took a step further on Instagram by removing her married surname from her social media profiles, signifying the change officially.
Kim announced her new tagline as she hinted at her upcoming return to Real Housewives of Atlanta. In a June 8 post, she shared a picture with fellow original cast members Lisa Wu, DeShawn Snow, and Sherée Whitfield, captioning it, “I’ll see you soon.
Two short months following their separation announcement, Kim and Kroy chose to rekindle their marriage.
On July 7, 2023, papers were filed in court indicating that the former RHOA cast member is seeking to drop their divorce proceedings, as confirmed by court documents obtained by TopMob News. Simultaneously, the attorney for the ex-NFL player, Marlys A. Bergstrom, informed TopMob News that “the two parties are choosing to withdraw their divorce lawsuit and are attempting to reconcile instead.
The news broke a few days following the occasion when Kim and Kroy were spotted strolling to church accompanied by their four younger children.
Just a few days after reconciling, Kim was seen wearing her wedding ring again on her Instagram Story dated July 11, 2023, symbolizing that the ring still holds significance for her.
Regrettably, the couple’s efforts at reconciling didn’t work out. On August 24, 2023, Kroy filed for divorce once more, as reported by TMZ. He claims their marriage is beyond repair and seeks sole legal and physical custody of their four children in the future, along with child support and alimony payments.
On September 25, 2023, Kim submitted a fresh request to throw out Kroy’s second divorce petition, claiming that despite their separation, they are still sharing a bed during their continuing split.
According to documents acquired by TopMob News and submitted by the Bravo star, there have been instances of marital intimacy between the parties since the divorce petition was filed, and the latest incident is said to have taken place around September 7, 2023, contrary to the assertions in the divorce petition.
In spite of their continuing separation, Kim and Kroy came together again to mark their 12th wedding anniversary on November 11, 2023, by sharing a cozy dinner at an Italian restaurant.
In February 2025, I found myself once again navigating the complexities of a divorce proceeding. In my legal documents, I expressed that my union with the renowned “Tardy to the Party” artist had reached an irreparable state, a marriage beyond repair.
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