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The road to recovery takes time … so Kyle Richards is not ready to give up on elder sister Kim.

TMZ has learned that the ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ siblings have been taking steps to repair their relationship since their epic, finger-pointing fight on the season 5 reunion show.

Step 1: Kyle visited Kim when she was in rehab.

Step 2: Kyle RSVP'd “yes” to niece Brooke Brinson’s destination wedding next weekend, and for her part Kim backed down from her original position ... making Kyle persona non grata.

We’re told that Kyle wants desperately to preserve the family, and not going to her niece's wedding would be unthinkable.

Alcohol is on the menu, but they’re not worried about Kim relapsing because her drinking is only a problem when she's alone.

Two down ... ten steps to go ...

Hannah Davis better watch her perfectly sculpted ass ... 'cause Jose Canseco's hot model daughter is gunning for her spot in the 2016 SI Swimsuit Edition.

Turns out, Josie Canseco is an aspiring model ... who's making a serious run to get into the most famous bikini mag in the country.

In fact, she shot a video for SI's Swim Daily to better her chances, here are the highlights ...

-- She thinks lingerie is sexy
-- She doesn't like dudes with crazy chest hair
-- And thinks most women want to date a version of their father

So, pay attention you smooth-chested, athletic roid-heads ... you may have a shot.

"Vanderpump Rules" had to jettison Stassi Schroeder from the show because she made one FATAL mistake -- calling Lisa Vanderpump ... OLD.

That rationale comes courtesy of co-star Peter Madrigal, who took the opportunity Wednesday to absolutely trash his now former co-star.

Check it out ... Madrigal is downright angry about Stassi going after the boss lady, and straight up excited she's gone. His attempt to give her a friendly-ish kiss off is cute and transparent as hell.

As TMZ first reported, Stassi's attitude is what did her in ... and she's not only off the show, she's out at all of Lisa's restaurants too.

Sometimes breakups are for the best ... but not Draya Michele and Orlando Scandrick -- because according to Draya's "Basketball Wives" co-star ... they really did love each other.

We spoke with Brandi Maxiell about the conscious uncoupling -- and she broke it down this way .... "It's sad and unfortunate because I've been around them and they love each other so much."

As we previously reported, Draya had been dating the Dallas Cowboys star for about 2 years before they called it quits ... shocking considering they were just talking about marriage a few months ago.

Kim Richards' Hail Mary didn't work. Despite cleaning up her act in rehab, she's just been charged with multiple crimes for her drunken, Beverly Hills escapade.

The "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" castmate claims she was distraught after watching the reunion shows and went to the Beverly Hills Hotel, where she was booted from the restaurant around 1:30 AM after the maitre d' claimed she was out-of-control drunk. Cops say they had to drag her out of the bathroom and when they took her to jail she kicked a cop.

The L.A. County D.A. clearly wasn't swayed that Kim checked herself into a Malibu rehab, because we've learned she's now been charged with public intoxication, resisting arrest and battery on a cop.

So Kim now has problems. First, worst case scenario, she could be sentenced to 2 1/2 years in jail. Second, we're told producers have her on the chopping block and the prospect of jail won't help her case.

One housewife at a time in the slammer please ... and Teresa Giudice has that spot.

Dallas Cowboys stud Orlando Scandrick is back on the market ... 'cause his relationship with "Basketball Wives" star Draya Michele is officially OVER!!!!

Draya broke the news on social media ... saying, "After more than two years together Orlando and I have mutually decided to end our relationship."

"Unfortunately, we both live very hectic lives making it difficult to spend the deserved time together. He is a great father and athlete and I will cherish the memories that we created."

Pretty shocking ... considering the two were talking about marriage just a few short months ago.

Story developing ...

David Schwimmer will not be stuck in 2nd gear when it comes to playing Robert Kardashian -- at least according to Kris Jenner ... who gave him tips on how to nail the role.

The Queen of the Kardashian Klan gushed about Schwimmer Tuesday night outside of Craig's -- where she did dinner with BFF Melanie Griffith.

Schwimmer's playing Kris' ex-husband -- and O.J. Simpson's pal -- for Ryan Murphy's "American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson." As for Kris herself ... Selma Blair will be filling her shoes ...

"Vanderpump Rules" star Stassi Schroeder was a blast during the first 2 seasons, but the Queen V herself says the party's over for Stassi because her bad attitude through Season 3 was just too much.

Lisa Vanderpump tells TMZ Stassi is moving on to less catty pastures, and both sides agreed it was the right time for her to go.

LV says Stassi is not only off the show -- she's also off the clock, OFF camera at Sur ... and the rest of Lisa's restaurants.

Earlier this week, Stassi hinted she might be absent this season -- she must have seen the writing on the wall when she wasn't included in Bravo's promotional events in NYC.

With Josh Hamilton out of the picture, 'Real Housewives' just picked up ANOTHER former Angels star ... World Series champion Jim Edmonds ... who just signed on to the show with his wife.

Jim -- a 4-time All Star and 8-time Gold Glove winner -- will appear on the upcoming season of "The Real Housewives of Orange County" with his wife, Meghan.

We're told Jim and Meghan will be "full time" cast members.

And get this ... we're told Hamilton, who was just recently shipped back to Texas, will appear on the show with his estranged wife ... but in a "friend of the cast" capacity.

There's already a "Shark" in the NBA ... but now, Kevin O'Leary tells TMZ Sports he has HIS sights set on the NFL -- there's just one problem ... the price.

Mr. Wonderful was out in NYC yesterday when he told us it's REALLY hard to buy into the NFL (just ask Donald Trump) ... but says, "To me, that's what I'd love to own."

Don't worry, Kev has a smart business plan (of course) to get into the owner's box without having to cover the ENTIRE cost of a pro squad.

There's more ... Kev also explains why the hottest city in North America in need of a pro sports team is NOT Los Angeles ... it's not even in the United States.

Who could possibly hate on a marriage proposal on live TV? Erin Andrews ... that's who.

EA was on the mic Monday night when "Dancing With the Stars" semifinalist Noah Galloway -- a war hero and double amputee -- proposed to his girlfriend after his performance.

Keep your eye on Erin ... first comes the eye roll, then she appears annoyed as the two embrace. How dare they block her camera shot after such a wonderful and touching moment!

Erin tried to explain the incident by saying she was trying not to cry.

It's better to leave a little early than a little late ... so says former "American Idol" executive producer Nigel Lythgoe ... who agrees it was time to put the legendary show to bed.

We got Nigel in New York City ... just hours after the news broke that FOX was pulling the plug on 'AI' after one more season.

Lythgoe -- who was EP during the show's heyday -- was a little surprised, but says bowing out now ... will actually enhance the show's legacy. Watch, his theory makes sense.

As they say in rock and roll: Better to burn out, than fade away.

Speaking of which ... Season one co-host Brian Dunkelman couldn't resist reacting to Idol's demise.

"American Idol" -- once the king of all reality shows and the godfather of shows like "The Voice" and "The X Factor" -- will be sent off to pasture in 2016. It was 15 seasons old.

"Idol" began in 2002 and at its height averaged 30 million viewers a season. The show introduced Simon Cowell to the United States and made Ryan Seacrest a household name.

Among the singers who owe their careers to the show: Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson, Jordin Sparks, Ruben Studdard, Fantasia Barrino and Taylor Hicks. "Idol" even briefly brought Paula Abdul back into the limelight.

Fact is ... on multiple levels it's one of the most successful shows in the history of television.

The final season of the show will begin next January.

Bruce Jenner was clearly only partially successful in changing hearts and minds during his Diane Sawyer interview, because some clown is mocking Jenner to make a quick buck.

Phillip Maltin hatched the idea to create a novelty line of clothing called TransJenner. His line will include men's and women's athletic gear, socks, headbands, jerseys, ties, dresses, blouses and more.

Maltin swears to us his intention is not to be salacious, but instead says the brand name is playful -- and he's not one of the "haters."

Maltin, who filed an application to trademark "TransJenner," says he'd be open to partnering with Bruce.

Don't hold your breath.

Gilbert Arenas has told the judge ... he DEFINITELY took back the $1 MILLION engagement ring he gave to his estranged wife Laura Govan in 2008 ... but he sure as hell didn't sell it behind her back.

The NBA star just filed new court docs in his legal war with Govan (the mother of his 4 kids) ... admitting they're on terrible terms ever since they broke up in 2014.

In fact, Arenas ADMITS he kicked her ass out of their L.A. mansion following the split ... and says he doesn't think he could EVER live with her again.

As for the ring, which Govan claimed he "forcefully" took from her and sold for cash in previous legal docs -- Arenas says it's only partly true.

In court docs obtained by TMZ Sports, Gilbert admits he took the ring and refused to give it back ... but says he NEVER tried to sell it. Instead, he says it's still in his possession.

Gilbert doesn't say much more about the split ... however, he does cop to treating Laura like a queen when they were together.

For example, Arenas says he once threw Laura a lavish and expensive 3 day birthday bash ... and on another occasion, rented a chopper to fly Laura and her mom to Santa Barbara for lunch at a winery.

Aaryn Gries, the woman whose racist rants goosed the rating of "Big Brother 15," has tied the knot.

Aaryn married BF Nick Williams in Montgomery, TX Saturday, and some of her fellow castmates were on hand to cheer them on. GinaMarie Zimmerman served as bridesmaid, as Spencer Clawson and Jeremy McGuire looked on.

It was a pretty fancy affair ... they served bacon-wrapped quail during cocktail hour.

Aaron famously went off on an Asian contestant, telling her to "go make rice." She also called a gay contestant a "queer" and warned a housemate to watch out for an African American contestant because "in the dark you might not be able to see that bitch." She has since apologized.

The bride wore white.