Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 7, 2025 · Entertainment

Real Housewives Drama: Doctor Husband Charged with Domestic Abuse

REAL HOUSEWIVES DRAMA ERUPTS: Podiatrist Husband of RHORI Star Charged with Domestic Abuse

The drama is heating up on the set of The Real Housewives of Rhode Island! Brian Pontarelli, the podiatrist husband of reality TV star Rulla Pontarelli, has been slapped with a misdemeanor charge of domestic abuse. And get this - he's accused of putting a tracking device on his wife's car without her consent!

According to court documents, Pontarelli stood stone-faced as he was hauled into court to plead not guilty to the charges on Tuesday. But what's even more shocking is that Rulla has already filed a no-contact order against him - and she's not the only one with a marital scandal brewing.

Pontarelli, a podiatrist, stood emotionless as he was hauled into court on a misdemeanor domestic violence charge

But before we dive deeper into this juicy gossip, let's set the scene: The Real Housewives of Rhode Island is the latest addition to the hit reality TV franchise, and it's packed with drama, catty conflicts, and of course, fabulous fashion. And at the center of it all is Rulla Pontarelli, a financial planner with a flair for luxury living.

In promotional material for the show, Rulla was teased as a "queen bee boss lady" whose podiatrist husband "waits on her hand and FOOT." But behind closed doors, it seems their marriage may not be as perfect as it appears. TheScholarlyNote.com has reached out to Bravo, Pontarelli's representatives, and even Taylor Swift (who owns a home in Rhode Island) for comment - but so far, none have responded.

But here's the thing: Brian Pontarelli is no stranger to controversy. In fact, his wife isn't the only one with a marital scandal brewing on the show. Monique Pass, another cast member, is married to former NFL star Patrick Pass - and he's been accused of assaulting an elderly man at Planet Fitness!

Rulla - who is known to have been involved in the soon-to-be-released Rhode Island version of the hit Real Housewives franchise - filed a no-contact order against her husband last week

The announcement of The Real Housewives of Rhode Island has sparked rumors that Taylor Swift might make a cameo appearance, given her connection to the state. But will she be joining the drama-filled cast? Only time (and Bravo) will tell.

For now, let's get back to Brian Pontarelli and his alleged domestic abuse charge. According to Rulla's lawyer, William Murphy, Pontarelli is "a good guy" who's just having an "unfortunate incident." But we all know how these things work: one minute you're a "good guy," the next you're facing serious allegations.

And what's even more shocking? TheScholarlyNote.com has learned that Rulla and Brian have been together for years, with Rulla frequently posting about her love and admiration for her husband on social media. But it seems their marriage may be on shaky ground - and we can't help but wonder: what other secrets are hiding behind the closed doors of these reality TV stars?

The podiatrist has pleaded not guilty to the misdemeanor domestic abuse charge

TheScholarlyNote.com will continue to follow this story as more information becomes available. In the meantime, stay tuned for updates on The Real Housewives of Rhode Island - it's going to be a wild ride!