Gloria Kamen, mother of "Real Housewives of New York City" alum Jill Zarin, has died at the age of 91. Zarin announced her mother's passing on Tuesday via an Instagram tribute.
"She was my best friend, my mentor, and the most important person in my life," Zarin wrote in her tribute. "For 68 years she was the heart of our family — married to my dad, devoted to everything she believed in, and a relentless truth-teller in a world that needed her honesty."
Zarin described Kamen as "everyone's therapist" and the "voice of reason," adding that her mother "leaves behind a legacy that can’t be measured." She expressed that Kamen's "wisdom," "strength," and "love" would live on through her grandchildren, whom she "absolutely treasured."
Kamen, along with her daughters Jill Zarin and Lisa Wexler, co-authored the 2010 book "Secrets of a Jewish Mother: Real Advice, Real Stories, Real Love."
Fellow "RHONY" alums shared messages of condolence on social media. Alex McCord offered, "So very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Much love and light to you, and may her memory be a blessing." Bethenny Frankel added, "I am so sorry for this significant loss and wish your family peace and healing." Luann de Lesseps also shared her sympathies, stating, "I am so sorry for your loss, sending you so much love."
Kamen is survived by her husband, Sol, and her daughters Jill Zarin and Lisa Wexler.