Jill Zarin was an original cast member of “The Real Housewives of New York City,” appearing on the series for its first four seasons from 2008 to 2011. During her time on the show, she was married to her beloved husband, Bobby Zarin, who frequently appeared alongside her and became a familiar face to fans.
Bobby tragically passed away on Jan. 13, 2018, following a lengthy battle with thyroid cancer. He was 71. This year marks eight years since his death, with Jill sharing an emotional tribute honoring her late husband.
Jill Zarin Remembers Her Late Husband With a Moving Anniversary Tribute
RHONY alum Jill Zarin continues to honor the enduring love she shared with her late husband, Bobby Zarin, eight years after his passing. Taking to Instagram, the former reality star marked the anniversary of his death with a heartfelt tribute, sharing a series of treasured photos and videos that celebrate Bobby’s life and the many joyful moments they shared, along with his stepdaughter, Ally Shapiro.
“8 years ago today our Bobby was taken from us way to young. We miss you everyday and talk about you all the time,” Jill began her caption.
She continued, “I wish you could see your impact on everyone you knew but especially Ally who talks about you all the time. It’s so hard to pick out a dozen highlights of our 20 years together. We would have been married 25 years this year! RIP my love …❤️❤️”
According to People, Bobby had a lengthy battle with cancer, having been first diagnosed with thyroid cancer in 2009. Although he had his thyroid removed, the cancer returned and spread to his lungs. In 2016, Bobby was diagnosed with a brain tumor and underwent Gamma Knife radiosurgery. Jill had continued to stay by his side as he recovered. Sadly, he passed away at the start of 2018.
Zarin Returned to Reality TV 10 Years After RHONY
GettyJill left RHONY as a full-time cast member after season 4, but she would make brief guest appearances in later seasons, including seasons 9, 11, and 12. However, she made her way back to Bravo when she, alongside other Housewives appeared on season 2 of the spinoff “The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip.”
Zarin, along with Taylor Armstrong, Dorinda Medley, Brandi Glanville, Vicki Gunvalson, Tamra Judge, Eva Marcille, and Phaedra Parks, all lived together at Medley’s Blue Stone Manor in Great Barrington, Massachusetts.
Speaking to E! News in 2022 about her experience on “Ultimate Girls Trip,” Jill shared, “It was an incredible opportunity for me, and it’s hard for me to think I can beat that experience. It was one and done; it was a week, and it was easy, and it was fun. I met great new girls.”
When asked about the possibility of returning to RHONY, which was set to be retooled with an entirely new cast at the time, Jill made it clear that she was content stepping back.
“You know, going back to the original, it’s very hard. It could be very toxic and very challenging, and I don’t know if I’m up for that challenge in my life right now,” she shared.
