Vicki Gunvalson has heard enough about the rumors surrounding her family.

After Vicki’s son, Michael Wolfsmith, revealed on “The Real Housewives of Orange County” that he hadn’t seen his sister, Briana Culberson, in eight years, fans quickly began speculating that the siblings were estranged. Now, Vicki is making it very clear that’s not how she sees the situation.

Michael previously explained on Instagram that geography — and some tension with Briana’s husband, Ryan Culberson — had played a role in keeping the siblings apart in person. However, he also stressed that he and Briana remain in contact.

Michael said he, Briana and Vicki share a group chat and “have friendly personal convos,” adding, “I would prefer if we could see each other in person!”

Vicki Says Michael and Briana Are ‘Not Estranged’

Speaking with E! News, Vicki pushed back hard against the idea that her children have fallen out.

“Somebody went off on a tangent on the internet,” Vicki said. “They are not estranged! They talk all the time, they just haven’t seen each other enough. He lives in Spain, she lives in another state, and this internet stuff. They’re fine!”

Vicki added that Michael and Briana have “always been good” and said Michael’s revelation about not seeing his sister in years had been taken too far.

“They talk all the time. They love each other, we’re family, so knock it off!” she said.

Vicki Gunvalson Also Defends Briana and Ryan Culberson’s Marriage

The family chatter didn't stop with Michael and Briana. Some fans also began questioning Briana’s marriage to Ryan, something Vicki firmly rejected while speaking to Us Weekly.

“There’s some bad crap on the internet. Ryan’s a perfect husband. Briana is a perfect wife. They have a perfect family, so everybody needs to shut up,” Vicki said.

The RHOC OG said the speculation has been upsetting for Briana and emphasized that her daughter is happy.

“They have four children. They’re happy. I’m happy. My daughter’s happy. That’s all I could want for my children,” Vicki said.

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Perry Carpenter has been covering entertainment news for more than 20 years — and yes, she absolutely has opinions about the latest Bravo casting shake-ups. Throughout her career, she has specialized in celebrity news and television, with a particular obsession for all things Bravo, "The Challenge," "Outlander," of course, Travis & Taylor, and the ever-expanding Taylor Sheridan universe. A member of the International Association of Professional Writers and Editors, Perry has built a storied freelance career covering pop culture's biggest moments and smallest Easter eggs. Her work has appeared in Showbiz Cheatsheet, Daily Express, Radar Online, and on her Muck Rack profile.