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Taylor Armstrong        

Reality TV Star, Domestic Violence Advocate, Bestselling Author

Taylor Armstrong recently made "Real Housewives" history as the first Housewife to switch franchises since the series premiered in 2006. She is now a cast member on "The Real Housewives of Orange County" for its 17th season, a transition announced by PEOPLE and BravoTV on August 1, 2022.

An original cast member of the critically acclaimed "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills," which debuted in 2011, Armstrong's involvement in the franchise has been significant. The show won a Critic’s Choice Television Award for its successful inaugural season. In addition to her roles in the "Real Housewives" series, Armstrong appeared in "The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Ex-Wives Club," which premiered on Peacock on June 23, 2022.

Behind the scenes, Armstrong has faced significant personal challenges, including enduring years of domestic violence from her husband, Russell. This trauma, witnessed similarly in her childhood, deeply influenced her future endeavors. After Russell's tragic suicide, she and her daughter, Kennedy, began a new chapter. Armstrong's journey and advocacy have been highlighted on television shows like "Dr. Phil," "The Today Show," "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," and "Entertainment Tonight." Her story has also been featured in major publications such as The Wall Street Journal, People magazine, and The Hollywood Reporter.

In 2012, Armstrong authored "Hiding from Reality: My Story of Love, Loss and Finding the Courage Within," which reached The New York Times bestseller list. Furthermore, she founded The Taylor Armstrong Foundation, focusing on raising awareness and providing resources for domestic violence victims. She leverages her personal experiences to educate on relationship inequality, gender bias, and domestic abuse, frequently speaking at colleges and charity events. Armstrong has also been a committed volunteer and spokesperson for the 1736 Family Crisis Center for nearly seven years, cementing her role as a key advocate and speaker on these critical issues.

Speech Topics

Hiding from Reality: My Story of Love, Loss & Finding the Courage Within

Armstrong is passionate about sharing her story speaking at colleges and universities, charity events and business conferences. In her captivating talk, she relates the deeply personal story of how she found herself in a relationship of inequality, her struggle with both love and fear of her husband, and how she summoned the courage from within to finally leave him. Armstrong also shares illuminating and even humorous anecdotes regarding her experiences as a cast member on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, where she often found herself battling with friends who struggled to understand the extent of her abuse. In this talk, Armstrong covers:

  • Relationship Inequality
  • Gender bias in the workplace
  • Self-esteem, financial inequality and domestic abuse
  • Recognizing red flags in the early stages of relationships, both personal and professional
  • Insights for friends and family of abuse victims and survivors who may not understand the complicated relationship between the abuser and the abused.
  • Financial and emotional long-term effects of leaving an unhealthy relationship
  • The importance of knowing one’s self-worth, drawing boundaries, managing expectations and finding the courage to let go of unhealthy relationships.

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