Brandi Glanville, former Real Housewives star, says she had to hire a lawyer and file a qualified domestic relations order (QDRO) to retrieve her portion of Eddie Cibrian’s 401(k) after their 2010 divorce. She also claims Cibrian offered no financial help while she battled breast‑implant illness, and she continues to spar pubilcly with his wife,country singer LeAnn Rimes.

QDRO Needed to Unlock Cibrian’s 401(k) After a Year‑Long Standoff

According to the source, Glanville revealed that Cibrian initially refused to transfer the retirement assets she was entitled to, forcing her to engage an attorney and pursue a QDRO. The legal process reportedly took about twelve months before the 401(k) portion was finally released to her .

Glanville Links Cibrian’s Inaction to Her Breast‑Implant Illness Costs

In a recent interview, Glanville said Cibrian did not contribute financially while she sought treatment for “implant sickness,” a condition she attributes to two‑decade‑old breast implants. she emphasized the emotional strain of handling costly medical bills without spousal support.

Long‑Running Feud with LeAnn Rimes Escalates on Social Media

The source notes Glanville’s feud with Rimes dates back to Cibrian’s 2008 affair on the set of “Northern Lights,” which led to Glanville’s divorce. A recent tweet mocked Rimes for “getting everything” – husband, children, implants and health woes – reigniting public sparring between the two women.

Divorce Timeline and Shared Children Highlight Personal Stakes

Glanville and Cibrian were married from 2001 to 2009 and share two sons, Mason (born 2003) and Jake (born 2007). the source points out that the children’s ages place the divorce and subsequent financial battles within a decade‑long window of public scrutiny.

What Remains Unclear About Cibrian’s Financial Obligations?

The report does not disclose the exact amount of the 401(k) portion in dispute, nor whether any settlement was reached beyond the QDRO. it also leaves unanswered whether Cibrian has responded publicly to Glanville’s accusations.