Brandi Glanville: 'Very Happy' To Join RHOBH

Brandi Glanville, the ex-wife of newlywed Eddie Cibrian, is getting her own time in the spotlight – as the newest castmate on Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, a source confirms.

"She really wanted to be on the show, so she's very happy," the source tells PEOPLE

Glanville, 38, had been in negotiations to join the latest installment of Bravo's hit Real Housewives franchise since earlier this year. The network was also previously in talks with singer Robbie Williams' wife, Ayda Field, a source says.

Although no official announcement has been made by Bravo, Glanville has been hinting about her new gig for weeks, coyly Tweeting on April 9: "Moving to the hills of Beverly on April 22."

Glanville joins the rest of the feisty Housewives cast – Kim and Kyle Richards; Adrienne Maloof; Lisa VanderPump; Taylor Armstrong; and Camille Grammer – who are all set to return for a second season.

So, what should fans expect in season 2? A source tells PEOPLE that Kim Richards is a more assertive presence, while her sister, Kyle, has taken a more laid-back approach this year. In addition, the entire cast has been more accepting of Grammer, who sparred endlessly with Kyle and was a source of friction in season 1.

Meanwhile, Glanville isn't exactly a stranger to drama: Starting in 2009 she was engaged in public, off-screen, feud with her ex, Cibrian, with whom she split after eight years of marriage.

She has since made peace with her ex – with whom she has two sons. Cibrian married country star LeAnn Rimes last month.

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Eddie Cibrian to Ex: Keep Kids Off 'Housewives'

Eddie Cibrian is adamant he does not want his ex-wife Brandi Glanville to put their kids on Real Housewives of Beverly Hills -- and we're told he's ready to go to court over it.

TMZ broke the story ... Brandi will star on the next season of the show -- and according to sources, Eddie wants to make sure Brandi doesn't drag their kids along for the ride ... threatening legal action if their two children make any kind of cameo appearance.

According to sources, Brandi's pissed -- telling friends Eddie is imposing a HUGE double standard ... because he and the kids JUST appeared in a massive spread in People magazine ... with LeAnn Rimes.

TMZ spoke to Eddie's rep ... who confirms Eddie doesn't want their children involved in "Real Housewives" in any way whatsoever.

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LeAnn Rimes and Eddie Cibrian on the beach in Cabo

Fresh news of their engagement, LeAnn Rimes and Eddie Cibrian was out walking hand in hand on the beach in Cabo Thursday December 30. The two love birds back to the heat and sun in Mexico shortly after announcing his plans to marry after Cibrian proposal earlier in the week.



With regard to beach their works LeAnn proudly showed off her super sexy body in a red bikini while her fiance looked pretty fit in swimming trunks. After a nice walk on the beach, the loved up pair ended up relaxing by the pool while enjoying tropical drinks while loving attention to each other.

LeAnn Rimes jetting to Mexico with Eddie Cibrian

They are officially engaged now, but one thing is certain – LeAnn Rimes is not pregnant. After hearing rumors that she expects that "Can not Fight The Moonlight" singer tweeted, "This is such BS! Lol, you people reported BS." Quickly forget the false reports, Mrs. Rimes later wrote, "Cabo! sun, bikinis, friends, food, tequila ... party! Gonna be the best ride!"

LeAnn Rimes and Eddie Cibrian leaving Polacheck's Jewelers with LeAnn's parents

Bringing an end to the holiday weekend, LeAnn Rimes and Eddie Cibrian side by side in Calabasas, CA Sunday December 26. loved up couple were seen leaving Polacheck's Jewelers with LeAnn's parents, Belinda and Wilbur, after scoping out some new bling.

Apart from the Christmas shopping weekend session is LeAnn and Eddie preparation for their trip to Mexico for the upcoming New Year holiday. Tweeting on the trip, wrote Miss Rimes, Packing ... ahhhh! Guess all I really need is bathing suits, but I make it that much more complicated. Guess thats to be a woman.



Set to host a new party in Cabo, the country cutie shut out of tweeting, Night sweet people So, near the new year LOVE IT 2011 here we come.

LeAnn Rimes and Eddie Cibrian looking loved-up in West Hollywood

Enjoying some quality time together was LeAnn Rimes and Eddie Cibrian discovered on my way to lunch in West Hollywood last twenty-second of November. "How do I live" singer looked cute and casual in a flowery top and jeans, while Eddie was wearing a rugby shirt and brown sunglasses. Earlier this morning, LeAnn busy to sweat at a local dance studio where she practiced her moves with some killer tunes.