is speaking out about her from . The 70-year-old season 1 star took to to pen a lengthy note in response to fans, some of whom she pointed out are “confused and angry” about their divorce.

“To everyone who has expressed love, support and kindness to me, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are all such wonderful human beings,” the ABC personality wrote. “It means the world to me that you took the time to reach out to me, whether in person, on the phone, by text or by direct message. You are all so kind to do so. For everyone else who is confused and angry and who does not understand, please try to find it in your heart to understand and to try a little kindness. Not just for me but for the world and for everyone you encounter.”