During a new interview, Whitney Leavitt revealed what her plans are after announcing her exit from "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives." The Whitney Leavitt Says Her ‘Cup Is Full’ Amid ‘SLOMW’ Exit first appeared on The Blast
Whitney Leavitt has been on Hulu’s “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” since its 2024 launch. However, she recently announced that she’s leaving the show at the end of season 5. During a new interview, the mother of three, who just concluded her run on Broadway in “Chicago,” revealed what she has in store next.
Whitney Leavitt Talks Leaving ‘Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives’ With ‘Gratitude’
Speaking with Kelly Clarkson on her talk show, Leavitt, 33, got candid about her decision to leave the explosive reality show behind her.
“It’s been about four years of my life,” she said, noting that throughout the show’s run, she’s been known to pop in and out of the group due to the heightened drama.
This time, though, Leavitt said her exit feels different from before. “Every time I left, it wasn’t with gratitude,” she said. “But this time it is. It just feels like a chapter that’s closing in my life. My cup is full, and it just feels like it’s time. So I’m excited.”
Whitney Leavitt Recalls ‘Crazy’ Experience Of Joining The Cast Of ‘SLOMW’
Leavitt had been teasing her departure from the series since the beginning of the year. According to a previous report from The Blast, the “Dancing with the Stars” alum made the announcement during one of her final performances as Roxie Hart in the Broadway production of “Chicago.”
On social media, Leavitt clarified some of the rumors about her exit, revealing that she would continue to film the show until season 5 wraps production. In her latest post, the reality star also paid her respects to the show and her co-stars for helping change her life.
“It’s honestly so crazy to me looking back on this journey because I had been trying to get into theater and film way before Secret Lives even came into my life,” she said. “We have been through so much together, even more than what you’ve seen. We’ve had really big highs, really big lows and no matter what happens with our relationships like that is something that will always be a part of our life, will always be a part of my life and I wouldn’t change a thing.”
Whitney Leavitt Feels ‘Content’ Leaving The Show Behind Her As She Embarks On Her New Journey
According to Leavitt, her departure this time around isn’t like the others. In the past, Leavitt said she left the show with “anger and frustration,” but this time is completely different.
“I feel content,” Leavitt noted. “I feel like this is a chapter that’s closing in my life and honestly, I believe that’s how it was always meant to be. I’m so grateful for ‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.’ It’s got me where I am today. It’s given me the opportunities that you all have seen but I’m ready. I’m ready for the next chapter and I cannot wait to share with you guys what’s next.”
And speaking of what’s next, Leavitt told Clarkson she has big plans post-reality TV, revealing, “I’ve started a production company!”
She shared a bit more about the news online, writing, “SECRET’S OUT!!! ‘Leavitt Media House’ Production has officially launched and we’re working on something big!!!!!”
Another ‘SLOMW’ Star Has Started A ‘New Chapter’
Leavitt isn’t the only “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star to embark on a new journey. According to E! News, Mikayla Matthews revealed on social media that she was relocating to Hawaii in an effort to cure her Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome symptoms.
Matthews, a mother of four and wife to estranged husband Jace Terry, has been open about her skin complications during previous episodes of the show, but on social media, she revealed her flare-ups had worsened, prompting her to take action.
Online, Matthews said she was “excited” to be in the Aloha State, adding that she was “officially starting the new chapter.”
Matthews Is Eager To Have Some Time To Herself
While it’s unclear how long Matthews will be away from her roots in Utah, the reality star noted that she was “grateful” to take time for herself.
“The stress of having to heal your body and having to worry about taking care of your kids or paying your bills—it’s just so overwhelming,” she said.
The Whitney Leavitt Says Her ‘Cup Is Full’ Amid ‘SLOMW’ Exit first appeared on The Blast
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