Lynne Curtin Husband: Who Was She Married To? (2026)

Lynne Curtin was married to Frank Curtin, a builder, from 1989 until their divorce in 2019. As of 2026, Lynne Curtin is divorced. The couple's 30-year marriage collapsed after her exit from The Real Housewives of Orange County, and the split played out publicly in the early 2010s.

Who Is Frank Curtin?

Frank Curtin is a builder who ran a construction business in Orange County, California. During Lynne's time on The Real Housewives of Orange County, Frank's construction business had "screeched to a halt in a troubled economy," as Bravo's official bio put it. The couple appeared together on the show from season 4, and viewers watched their finances deteriorate — including a downward spiral that forced them to downsize from their Capistrano Beach home to a smaller rental in Laguna Beach. When Lynne announced the separation in 2012, Frank told the Orange County Register he did not want the marriage to end: "I'm not a willing participant in this. It hurts to even think about it or talk about it. Call me old-fashioned, but I take my vows very seriously."

Marriage Timeline

Lynne Colee married builder Frank Curtin in 1989. For more than two decades the couple appeared stable, raising two daughters in Southern California. After Lynne left RHOC in 2010, the marriage began to implode. In May 2012, Lynne told Radar Online, "I love [my husband] Frank but it was time to go out on my own. Who knows what the future holds, but I'm looking forward to doing the things that I want to do." That December, Lynne filed official divorce documents citing "irreconcilable differences." The divorce was finalized in 2019, ending a marriage that had lasted 30 years.

Children

Lynne and Frank Curtin have two daughters: Raquel Brianne (born July 5, 1990) and Alexa Paige (born September 18, 1992). Both daughters appeared on The Real Housewives of Orange County during their teenage years, and their behavior — which Bravo described as showing "total disregard for their parents and their household rules" — became a major storyline, including Lynne's decision to buy Raquel a nose job and a $1,200 designer purse. Lynne also has one grandson through her daughter Raquel.

Career Highlights

Born Lynne Ann Curtin (née Colee) on July 19, 1955, in Santa Clara County, California, she joined the cast of The Real Housewives of Orange County in the middle of season 4 in 2008, then appeared as a full cast member in season 5 before returning as a guest in season 6. Her season 4 tagline was "I am just your typical Orange County housewife. I am obsessed with being young," and her season 5 tagline was "It's not about how much money you have. It's about how good you look spending it." Her major storylines included undergoing a face and neck lift at the same time her daughter Raquel got a nose job, the family's eviction from their Laguna Beach rental — which viewers watched happen the morning after the Curtins' housewarming party — and a heated feud with Gretchen Rossi over a handbag line. After leaving the show, Lynne continued building her Lynne Curtin Designs business, which features the leather and metal cuffs she made famous on RHOC, along with rings, belts, bags, and even collars for dogs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Lynne Curtin's husband?

Lynne Curtin was married to Frank Curtin, a builder who ran a construction business in Orange County.

When did Lynne Curtin and Frank Curtin divorce?

Lynne filed for divorce in December 2012 citing "irreconcilable differences." The divorce was finalized in 2019, ending their 30-year marriage.

How many children does Lynne Curtin have?

Lynne has two daughters, Raquel (born 1990) and Alexa (born 1992), and one grandson through Raquel.

Is Lynne Curtin married now?

As of 2026, Lynne Curtin is divorced and there is no widely reported public information about a new marriage.

Which seasons of RHOC did Lynne Curtin appear on?

Lynne joined mid-season 4 in 2008, was a full cast member in season 5, and appeared as a guest in season 6.