Yolanda Foster is a Dutch-American television personality, model, and former reality star, best known for her role on the reality TV series The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Born on January 11, 1964, in Papendrecht, Netherlands, she began her career as a model in her teens and later moved to the United States. In addition to her television career, Yolanda is recognized for her advocacy work related to Lyme disease, a condition she has publicly battled. She has written a memoir titled Believe Me: My Battle with the Invisible Disability of Lyme Disease, sharing her experiences and raising awareness about the illness.