Stacey Rusch, a new face on The Real Housewives of Potomac, has quickly captured the attention of viewers with her unique relationship situation. While she is currently dating Thomas Anthony “TJ” Jones, Rusch is estranged from her husband, Thiemo Rusch.
This unusual dynamic has led fans to question what Thiemo thinks about the show, especially since he is not involved in it. During an appearance on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Rusch addressed these questions and gave insight into her personal life, including her relationship with her estranged husband and her boyfriend, TJ.
Thiemo Rusch’s Reaction to the Show
When asked about her estranged husband, Rusch shared that Thiemo does not watch The Real Housewives of Potomac. Despite not being part of the show, Thiemo remains supportive of her. “He’s happy for me, [and] he’s happy that [our daughter] Arabella is happy,” Rusch explained. This shows that while Thiemo may not be interested in the spotlight, he’s content with his ex-wife’s reality TV journey and her personal happiness.
Stacey Rusch and TJ Jones: A Relationship Built on Faith
Rusch also shared details about her relationship with TJ Jones, which she describes as important and grounded in faith. According to Rusch, faith plays a central role in their bond. “Our relationship is grounded in our faith and God, and we are choosing to take things slowly,” she said.
This suggests that Rusch and Jones are taking a thoughtful approach to their relationship, ensuring that it grows with time and care. She also expressed confidence in their connection, stating, “I don’t think I need to [test him out]. I mean, look at him. I think we’re gonna be just fine.”
TJ Jones Speaks About Their Growing Relationship
TJ Jones, who was present as the bartender on the episode, also opened up about his relationship with Rusch. He described their journey together as “new and interesting and challenging,” but emphasized that these challenges have only strengthened their bond.
“It’s only made us closer,” Jones said, expressing how they have grown together despite the hurdles they face. His words suggest that while their relationship is still in the early stages, they are already becoming stronger partners.
Ashley Darby’s Comment and Rusch’s Response
One of the recent controversies surrounding Rusch has been her interaction with Ashley Darby, another Potomac cast member. After Rusch shared details about her ongoing divorce, Darby made a comment about her new relationship with TJ. Rusch did not appreciate Darby’s interruption and responded strongly to the situation.
“My reaction was absolutely justified because Ashley was being messy,” Rusch said. She explained that she was opening up about her personal journey, including the struggles of her divorce, and felt that Darby minimized her experience by immediately focusing on her new boyfriend.
TJ Jones Defends Rusch Against Ashley’s Comment
Jones stood by Rusch’s side during the conversation, offering his support. He described Rusch as his “North Star” and explained that he always listens to how she feels. Jones understood why Rusch was upset and defended her need to tell her own story.
“She was feeling like, ‘This is my news to share. It’s not your news to share,’” he explained. He also acknowledged that Ashley’s comment made Rusch feel like her divorce and journey weren’t being taken seriously. “I gotta go with my baby on that,” Jones concluded, showing his full support for Rusch’s perspective.
Watch The Real Housewives of Potomac on Bravo
The Real Housewives of Potomac airs every Sunday on Bravo, and episodes are available to stream on Peacock. Fans can continue to follow Rusch’s journey as she faces her relationships with both her estranged husband and her new boyfriend, TJ. It’s clear that Rusch is finding her place in the Potomac group, but her personal life remains at the heart of her story on the show.
