“Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” alum Teddi Mellencamp gave a positive update after her February 12 surgery to remove four brain tumors.
On March 2, Mellencamp took to her Instagram Stories to share that she was getting in some exercise with her friend, Lital Aschkenasy. In the brief clip, Mellencamp humorously shared that Aschkenasy had “gotten [her] lost already — three times” during their walk to the Alo Yoga studio. Aschkenasy replied, “It’s a beautiful day at least.” When Mellencamp agreed with her friend about the weather, Aschkenasy began singing “Won’t You Be My Neighbor” from the children’s series, “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.”
Mellencamp then sang her own song to the tune of “Won’t You Be My Neighbor.”
“We’re just trying to figure out how to get to Alo Yoga, but we can’t,” sang Mellencamp.
She then jokingly told her friend that she would have to purchase her leggings at the yoga studio.
“Getting stronger and sassier by the day 😂,” read the caption of Mellencamp’s post.
Teddi Mellencamp Gave an Update Following Her Surgery
In a February 12 Instagram upload, Mellencamp let her fans know that she was undergoing surgery after doctors discovered she had multiple brain tumors. On February 18, she took to Instagram to share an update following her surgery. She shared that “more tumors were removed than expected: 4 in total.”
“This fight is not over, but the round has been won,” wrote Mellencamp.
She also expressed gratitude to fans who have shared their support for her.
“As I move on to the next steps in my treatment, I just want to say thank you for everybody for the outpouring of love and prayers. I see them, and they are definitely helping me stay strong,” continued Mellencamp, who will be undergoing radiation.
Several Bravo Stars Shared Their Support for Teddi Mellencamp
Quite a few Bravo stars flocked to the February 18 post’s comments section to shower Mellencamp with encouragement.
“Teddi, I will forever be grateful to RHOBH for bringing you into my life. We will always have each other to lean on during life’s ups and downs. You have SO much love around you to help you get through this ❤️ Love you Teddi Jo!” wrote Mellencamp’s former RHOBH co-star Kyle Richards.
“I don’t know a stronger person than you, Teddi Jo. I love you so much, and you’ve got this ❤️,” shared “Real Housewives of Orange County” star Tamra Judge.
“LOVE YOU TEDDI ! ❤️❤️,” added RHOBH star Erika Jayne.
“Teddi! Praying for a full speedy recovery ! You continue to amaze us with your strength , you are so loved 🙏❤️❤️❤️,” commented “Real Housewives of New Jersey” star Margaret Josephs.
“Love you so much!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻,” chimed in “Vanderpump Rules” star Scheana Shay.
Teddi Mellencamp Was Diagnosed With Stage II Melanoma in 2022
Mellencamp was diagnosed with Stage II Melanoma in October 2022. During the February 3 episode of “The Skinny Confidential” podcast, Mellencamp discussed her skin cancer diagnosis. She said that she was not careful with staying out of the sun when she was growing up. She also said she did not tend to use sunscreen as an adult.
In addition, Mellencamp said that Richards noticed a mark on her back and encouraged her to go to the doctor to get it checked. She also shared that she has had “over 20” melanoma surgeries over the last three years.
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Teddi Mellencamp Gives a Positive Update After Brain Surgery in Humorous Video