Lisa Rinna Opens Up About Father's Assisted Suicide

Lisa Rinna has shared the personal and emotional details surrounding her father Frank Rinna's death by assisted suicide in 2016. On her podcast with husband Harry Hamlin, Rinna explained that Frank, who was 94, chose to end his life in Oregon under the Death with Dignity Act, which allows terminally ill patients to die with medical assistance. The process required two doctors to confirm his terminal illness and took three to six months to complete. Rinna described the experience as 'surreal,' as she, her half-sister, and a 'death doula' were present when Frank self-administered the medication. Although she was conflicted, Rinna acknowledged her father's determination and pain, emphasizing his readiness to die. This revelation was previously kept private due to the emotional toll it took on her during her time on 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.'