Kim Zolciak's apology for making some pretty bold statements regarding racism during Part 3 of this season's "Real Housewives of Atlanta" reunion is falling on deaf ears.
The reality star had a full-blown meltdown at the end of Sunday's episode, pulling Andy Cohen aside to speak her mind. Below are the two statements Zolciak made that struck a chord with "RHOA" fans:
"You know why you have not found another white woman to sit on that motherf-cker? 'Cause nobody's dumb enough to do that."
"This whole racism thing in this day and age is bullshit. Every one of those motherf-ckers on that couch owe this world a f-cking apology for this racism shit. They have tried to claim that shit long ago...as you know. Nobody really bought into it 'cause social media wasn't there, and racism wasn't f-cking all that real."
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View StoryBacklash toward Zolciak took the internet by storm, and on Thursday, she "sincerely apologized" on Instagram, saying her remarks were "edited out of context."
"Let me be very clear, I do NOT support, tolerate or put up with any form of racism, hate or other discrimination," Zolciak wrote in a lengthy message. "My love for ALL people runs deep -- I am open to all and always have been."
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View Story"I was heartbroken when I watched the last few minutes of the episode and saw how my words were taken out of context," she continued. "My comment that seemingly [meant] 'racism didn't exist 10 years ago' was made as part of a larger, emotional 45-minute conversation about how, sadly, social media has become a hub for hate. Immediately following my confusing comment, I also said that 'it's not as real as it is now,' referring to the power of social media. But those remarks didn't make the show. I believe that social media has made a centuries-old issue more real. Before social media, the public simply observed the news. Now, the public actively participates and has an opportunity to take action -- in real time."
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"Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Kyle Richards told TMZ she does not think Zolciak is racist, but not everyone is as forgiving or supportive.
Below are some of the comments critics left on Zolciak's post:
"You need to channel all of YOUR negativity into something positive. How can you say that to others but not practice it yourself? This whole season, you were a looming dark cloud and brought no light to the table. Editing or not, all of the stuff you said did come out of your mouth."
"I would've had more respect had you just taken full accountability for saying racism doesn't exist and that no one would be crazy enough to sit on the couch with five African American women. You didn't even mention that. This apology is just as offensive as the statements you made during the reunion. Plus the fact that you waited four days to post this... Shameful."
"Girl, bye! We are tired of you."
"If anyone thinks that you wrote this, they are as sadly mistaken, as their belief and assumption that you aren't superior in your thinking and acting. Coming from the north, my experience didn't have me doubt what I was seeing, from the first time you began talking to Sweetie and the difference with how you now deal with you white assistant whom you also helped, but did not belittle, like she was a run away slave. Around Sweetie's time, you had two blacks you worked with, a personal stylist and hairstylist, then you dropped them when you got your show and everyone was white and spoken to in a correct manner, right down to your physic lady. You weren't treating our psychic sistah correctly. Good Luck in the 90210. I never liked them, for the same superiority, wasteful ways, you have (except for Ms. Glanville). It will come out in your childrens' tell-all book. RIDDANCE, B."
And on Twitter, the bashing continued.
And don't you think it's funny that Kim Zolciak issued an “apology” only after news broke that filming for “Don't Be Tardy” was put on hold? I'm not buying it. #RHOAReunion #RHOA pic.twitter.com/Cp7jyNCQDn
@marcusuntrell
Not sure what's faker, this apology or your face. #begone #boop pic.twitter.com/ctVCvcaTPq
@MizTamiko
This “apology” is to try to save her show, skin care, and to keep that money coming in. You can only edit so much, You're a vile person. I'll never watch an other show that you're on!
@Justine121826
Girl, do you ever say what you mean and mean what you say?! You're the queen of denial, backtracking and spin doctoring everything up. You don't deserve an “apology” tour. @Bravotv, you better not give her the opportunity #STOP #RHOA
@maga_shia
Yep! She never takes responsibilities for her actions. No one wants to hear an apology days later because her " lawyers " advised her to.
@florda81
This isn't an apology. This is blaming editing and out of context?! So basically your not saying sorry you're blaming @Andy. It's the whole believe me not our own eyes routine. #cancel #Dontbetardy #RHOA #RHOBHReunion
@nocchio16
Ok we all know this is a BS apology you didn't even write. There was no expectations you would learn anything meaningful from it, people with your attitude never do. So @Andy @Bravotv #canceltardyfortheparty and be done.
@treed516
This isn't an apology this is you shifting blame onto @Bravotv and @Andy You have said so many things and we overlooked it, but NO more!!!
@TruthAndLies12
I am confused as to why you think we would fall for your fake insincere apology
@springbird00
Her response was scripted and written by someone else. Kim is not that eloquent when she speaks. That apology was all for the cameras. Those RHOA girls see her behind the scenes and her mouth is ratchet and treacherous.. They know the real Kim.
@therealdaneen
Bullshit and she didn't write this apology bye wig and your negativity
@tracitucker95