Questions We Have After The Vanderpump Rules Season 11 Finale

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We’re all still recovering from that explosive Vanderpump Rules Season 11 finale. The aftershow, Watch What Happens Live, and the reunion previews didn’t help. With the show on an extended hiatus, there’s gonna be some time to stew over the events of the post-Scandoval season.

There’s no denying that the show fundamentally changed after Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval’s breakup. Before, during, and after the season, we had a lot of questions about how the show could go forward. Now that it’s over, we still have those same questions, and many more as well.

Why was the cast so insistent on Ariana and Sandoval having a conversation?

Why did Ariana’s co-stars act like she personally canned the whole show because she didn’t want to talk to Sandoval? Pump Rules has never been a show about everyone getting along. Viewers have always complained when moments are forced and overly produced. As Ariana said, Sandoval never tried to speak to her off-camera. So why should she force a conversation that’s entirely performative?

Historically, Vanderpump Rules managed to get around people filming together. Stassi Schroeder and Jax Taylor refused to speak to each other for years. They didn’t hash things out until Season 5. Stassi and Katie Maloney also avoided each other for an entire year.

Clearly, producers wanted to recreate the scene between Kristen Doute and Sandoval in Season 3. But the circumstances are way different. Also, that scene was just…Sandoval fake crying. Did anyone want more of that? The most memorable part of that Season 3 convo was, to me, Kristen’s delusion that she and Sandoval would get back together. And it was followed up with Miami Girl’s arrival, an iconic scene that features…Ariana and Sandoval walking away.

I know some viewers are more on Sandoval’s side than Ariana’s. But no matter which team they’re on, did anyone want to see these two sit down and hash it out? We already know what a sit-down between Ariana and Sandoval would look like. We’ve seen it before.

If the entire existence of the show depends on one conversation, the other cast members didn’t do their job of creating additional exciting storylines. I don’t know if producers told the cast that the show lived or died based on this convo, but it makes no sense that Ariana walking out caused so many meltdowns and months of shady comments.

Why is Lala so angry at Ariana?

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The short answer? Probably jealousy. Even then, it’s a little over the top, considering Ariana hasn’t done anything to Lala Kent personally.

Why isn’t Lala angrier at Sandoval, the man who cheated on Ariana in the first place? Shouldn’t he get some blame for Ariana becoming a “god” after that? He also refused to leave their house. And for the last time, “he didn’t kill anyone” is not a good argument. The bar should not be that low. By that logic, Randall Emmett also didn’t kill anyone.

Lala claims that she’s mad because Ariana wasn’t authentic. Even if we look beyond hiding her relationship with Rand, which Lala claims she now regrets, is Lala authentic? Was she genuine this season? In the first episode, she reached out to Rachel Leviss. She befriended Sandoval and Tom Schwartz out of nowhere. Her lunch with Jo Wenberg was obviously producer-mandated. When Katie called this out, Lala yelled, “It’s not my job for my life to make sense to you”. The hypocrisy all season was frustrating to watch.

Follow-up question, why in the world did Lala initially say her words were taken out of context?

Was this season really supposed to be a Sandoval redemption arc?

One of the biggest complaints from viewers this season was the supposed Sandoval redemption arc. It wasn’t completely surprising that production went this way. According to Stassi, producers were always too kind to Sandoval. And Rachel used her podcast to discuss the ways he was protected.

Judging by Sandoval’s hot mic moment, he absolutely thought the redemption was in the bag. But showing the hot mic moment was not flattering to him. He’s already on the defensive. Plus, he had plenty of cringe-worthy moments this season. Remember when producers called out his battery obsession?

The cast also seemed to expect a redemption arc. All season long, Lala and Scheana Shay promised on their podcasts that viewers would change their minds. Ariana also admitted she expected to be the villain. But it seems that most VPR fans stuck to the opinion they had at the start. Those who were tired of Ariana aren’t any less tired of her. And those who supported her are still firmly on her side.

Was that the series finale?

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After that montage of the cast’s early days, it sure seemed like one! But apparently, the answer to this question is no. Despite the season’s negative reception, ratings are still pretty good, and it’s the most-watched season on Peacock.

Sources claim that a cast shakeup is imminent. What that looks like is anyone’s guess. Bravo already cut a lot of stars this year, so they’re not fooling around. Will Ariana and Katie go because they’re at odds with everyone else? Will Lala and Scheana join The Valley? Or will the show get a reboot and return to its roots of following the actual servers at SUR?

Hopefully, this doesn’t mean forcing new people out of nowhere like in Season 8. The Valley proves that this group has plenty of drama within their existing social circles.

While we wait to hear the future of Vanderpump Rules, you can stream Season 11 on Peacock.

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The GOAT Episode 1 Recap: The Game Is On

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Welcome to Goat Manor — where everything is bigger than ever. The GOAT Season 1 is another reality ensemble featuring some of the best reality stars from shows like Big Brother, The Real Housewives, and The Challenge competing and living in a house for a large pot of money. Throughout the series, the contestants will participate in competitions, strategy, and a shocking elimination. If you’re the last reality star standing at the end, you’ve won the title of Greatest [Reality Star] of All Time. Here’s everything that went down on The GOAT, Season 1, Episode 1: Let The GOAT Games Begin. 

Who is on The Goat Season 1? 

• Tayshia Adams from The Bachelor
• Joe Amabile from The Bachelor
• Kristen Doute from Vanderpump Rules
• Reza Farahan from Shahs of Sunset
• CJ Franco from FBoy Island
• Wendell Holland from Survivor
• Teck Holmes from The Real World
• Justin Johnson from RuPaul’s Drag Race
• Paola Mayfield from 90 Day Fiancé
• Da’Vonne Rogers from Big Brother
• Joey Sasso from The Circle
• Jason Smith from Holiday Baking Championship
• Lauren Speed-Hamilton from Love Is Blind
• Jill Zarin from The Real Housewives of New York City

Who is The Goat in Episode 1? 

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Tayshia Adams is named The GOAT in Season 1, Episode 1

Now that all of the reality stars have entered the manor, it’s time for host Daniel Tosh to get this thing started. The first challenge seems simple: the contestants must balance a coconut on a plank on a disc while standing with one foot on a post. Naturally, many of the players began dropping like flies. Teck was down first, which I’m sure was a shot to his ego after being a reality TV vet for 23 years. Jill was out next, followed by Da’Vonne. Reza dropped his fruit, and Joey fell shortly after due to his “uneven ass cheek.” A few others fell after, and eventually, it all came down to Wendell, Justin, and Tayshia. Since Wendell won Survivor and let the audience know 37 times throughout the episode, he decided to throw the challenge to avoid having a target on his back. After 20 minutes, both remaining players started swaying, buckling, and shaking; however, Justin fell, making Tayshia this episode’s GOAT. 

The elimination challenge details… 

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After the main challenge, the cast has to participate in an elimination challenge. Tayshia split the cast down the middle, making two teams. She put Justin, Teck, Da’Vonne, CJ, Joe, and Reza on her team (purple) and the remaining players on the other (orange). She said her strategy was to mix some of the strong players with the weaker players. But will it work? 

For the challenge, the teams had 20 minutes to build a boat. Once built, they had to take it across the pool with half of their bodies on the boat. After they grabbed the keys from the other side of the pool and brought them back to their waiting teammate at the chest, their team would win. 

After both teams built their boat, they jumped in the water and made their way across the pool. The orange team was in the lead and returned to the other side first. Wendell passed the keys off to Jill, who opened her chest first and snagged the victory for her team. However, after Reza called the orange team out for making a raft that did NOT hold 50% of their bodies, Tosh told the cast they were disqualified from the challenge. What does that mean? Team purple takes home the win! “HELL YEAH,” Da’Vonne said. 

Who went home in The Goat Episode 1? 

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Joey Sasso was the first contestant eliminated in The GOAT Season1, Episode 1

Since the orange team lost, they had to decide which players in their group should be up for elimination. Joey thought the weaker players should be nominated, while Joe felt the stronger players would be a better option. Other players felt that way, too, and Da’Vonne campaigned her hardest to get Joey out of there. Tayshia, on the other hand, was still determining who she wanted to vote for. She started developing a soft spot for Joey and didn’t know whether she wanted to vote him out.

After the eligible players cast their votes to evict, Tosh read them allowed. After reciting them one by one, the vote came down to a tie, with seven for Joey and seven for Jason. Consequently, the tie-breaking vote would be cast by The GOAT — Tayshia. Both players on the block plead their case before she made her decision, with Chef Jason saying he makes a “mean bowl of tater salad.” 

But in the end, Tayshia chose to send Joey home. What a statement! Don’t get too comfortable in Goat Manor. 

Watch The GOAT on Prime Video. 

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Bravo Renews The Valley, Pump Rules spinoff Will Be Back for Season 2

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It would appear The Valley is a certified hit over at Bravo. Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright have come a long way from their Vanderpump Rules days. Of course, the pair owe their success almost exclusively to VPR.

Obviously, without Pump Rules, the two never would’ve established a name for themselves. But on top of that, who knows when The Valley would’ve aired if not for its parent show? The spinoff was conceptualized ages ago, but it was VPR Season 10’s popularity that expedited production.

Perhaps The Valley will take on a life of its own, much like Pump Rules has. Or, perhaps when Jax and Brittany’s marital drama dies down, the show will too. Only time will tell. But for now, fans can rejoice.

The Valley’s entire cast will return for Season 2

On May 9, Bravo put out a short list of shows the network planned to renew. Among these was, of course, The Valley. Not only would the show be renewed, but the entire original cast would be returning, divorcees and all. The renewal comes to the surprise of few with Bravo calling it the network’s “most-watched freshman series in nearly a decade,” according to Variety.

Per TV Deets, The Valley premiered to 779,000 viewers. The second episode fell off a bit with only 530,000 viewers, but across its first eight episodes, the first season has averaged 647,750 viewers per episode. Keep in mind that these numbers don’t reflect streaming viewership either.

Some younger viewers may be tuning in to watch The Valley on Peacock. And speaking of younger viewers, The Valley does well in reaching its target demographic. We can compare The Valley to Below Deck Down Under Season 1. The TV Deets page for BDU shows an average viewership of 622,000. The average target demographic viewership was 13% compared to The Valley’s 18%.

The Valley continues Tuesdays at 9/8c on Bravo.

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Deal or No Deal Island Season 2 Confirmed Ahead of Season 1 Finale

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Season 1 of Deal or No Deal Island might be coming to an end, but we’re not saying goodbye to the Banker just yet! NBC just announced that Deal or No Deal Island has been renewed for a second season. That’s something to celebrate!

NBC announced the news by sharing a tweet with host Joe Manganiello sitting alongside The Traitors MC Alan Cumming. Both hosts were looking dapper as ever, sitting side by side, and holding up two fingers to symbolize Season 2. In the tweet, they suggested that we could be a “new golden age of reality competition.” They might be right.

Season 2 has the greenlight

rumor has it we’re in a new golden age of reality competition…and they’re correct. #DealOrNoDealIsland is coming BACK for season and even Alan Cumming knows this is a BIG DEAL. pic.twitter.com/1wpfP3KMKr

— THE BANKER ? (@DealOrNoDealUS) May 7, 2024

When Deal or No Deal Island was first announced, it seemed a little odd on paper. Resurreccintg a 2000s gameshow and turning it into a reality competition show with Claudia Jordan, Boston Rob Mariano, and a bunch of other randoms on the cast just wasn’t on the 2024 bingo card. However, the show turned out to be a smash hit. We’ve tuned in every single week, and apparently, so have a lot of other people.

According to Variety. the show has averaged 5.8 million viewers across all platforms, and it’s the top unscripted show on Peacock. With numbers like that, it must have been a no-brainer for the higher-ups at NBC to greenlight a Season 2. Sharon Levy, the CEO of the production company behind the show, said in a statement just how exciting it felt to bring this concept to life.

Sharon said, “It was incredible to see how audiences immediately took to the new format of Deal or No Deal Island, welcoming Joe Manganiello and the Banker’s guests into their homes and bringing new life to the iconic IP.”

If you haven’t watched Deal or No Deal Island, you can get caught up on Peacock. The Season 1 finale airs on May 13 at 10/9c on NBC.

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RHONJ’s Rachel Fuda Says Sex Life Improved With Husband John’s Weight Loss

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Happy wife, happy life. Joe Giudice’s immortal words from his time on Real Housewives of New Jersey ring true for couple, Rachel Fuda and John Fuda.

John underwent a drastic physical transformation before returning for his sophomore season on the hit reality TV show. The efforts resulted in a 50-pound weight loss, and another unexpected consequence has his wife very satisfied.

“It’s just too much,” Rachel joked

“We were just talking about this. He’s got me going like the Energizer Bunny over here. Like, it’s just too much!” Rachel gushed during an appearance on Page Six’s Virtual Reali-Tea podcast.

In addition to the weight loss, the Fuda Tile & Marble founder had liposuction and a series of peptide and hormone replacement therapies. Perhaps therein lies the answer.

The mother-of-three joked, “He’s doing all these IV treatments and all these kinds of things. And I’m like, ‘Are they infusing Viagra in your veins?’ Like, what is going on here?”

Not that Rachel ever had a reason to complain. The Bravolebrity cleared up the matter of John’s libido by comparing him to Joe Gorga.

“I think his slim-down has definitely improved our sex life. Not that it ever was not because he would, like, pin me to the cross!” Rachel said.

She added, “He’s one of those, him and Joe Gorga. They’re friends for a reason, you guys.”

The couple celebrated their seventh wedding anniversary in January, and both parties say they’ve never been happier. Surprisingly, Rachel credits RHONJ for keeping her and John close.

“I mean, our marriage is as strong as it’s ever been,” she said on the podcast. “I think the show has really helped us and propelled us in a positive direction because it brings you kind of back home to what’s important and it kind of makes you united again in a weird way.”

Catch Real Housewives of New Jersey Sundays at 8/7c on Bravo.

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EXCLUSIVE: Big Brother Canada Season 12 Evictee Todd Clements on His Experience and Donna Romance

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It was so close, yet so far for Todd Clements and his journey on Big Brother Canada Season 12. While he went into the house not knowing what to expect, the 32-year-old general contractor managed to pick up three Power of Veto wins and make it all the way to the Final 4. We caught up with Todd to chat about his time in the house, what he’s looking for in his winner, and of course that romantic connection with Donna…

Todd’s turned into a Big Brother Canada fan

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Congratulations on making it to Final 4. You’ve described yourself this season as someone unfamiliar with Big Brother Canada, so how does it feel to have come this far?

It honestly feels still a little surreal. I didn’t expect it to make it to where I made it to, or where I finished. My goal was not to be that first person voted out, then it was to make it to Jury, and then it was the Final 4. Unfortunately, I couldn’t make it to my next goal which was Final 2, but I’ll take it considering I thought I wasn’t gonna make it very far at all.

Will you be watching the older seasons of Big Brother Canada when Season 12 is over?

Yeah, Big Brother definitely gained another fan. I’ll be watching previous seasons and from here on, for sure. I learned to respect the game because playing it is something I’m sure is a lot different than watching it. Being able to comprehend the mental and physical struggles and just testing your limits is something I’m gonna tune into, because I’ve got a whole other outlook on it than what I thought it was gonna be.

What is Todd looking for in his BBCAN12 winner?

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You’ll be serving as a member of the Jury, so what are you looking for in your winner this season?

Someone who literally ground out the whole season, from beginning to end. Someone who stayed true to themselves, never changed and never burned everyone that were to come out. I actually kinda like some of the cutthroat players because it’s Big Brother, right? You’re bound to backstab someone sooner rather than later.

Lexus made the decision to cut you instead of Anthony. Why do you think she made that choice?

She stayed loyal to the people with whom she began the game, which is a decision I definitely respect. If I had to do the same thing with, for example, Bayleigh or Donna, I would’ve made the same decision and voted that other person out.

But with respect to winning the game overall, voting for Anthony would have definitely helped her in the end with the Jury’s votes, I believe.

With the Final 3 being determined, who would you predict now has the best shot of going all the way?

With Bayleigh’s endurance and stamina capabilities and her trivia game, I would say Bayleigh is an overall player; she’s well-rounded. But next after her, I would say Anthony, then Lexus.

Big Brother Canada Season 12 romance

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Donna may have left the house early on, but you two shared a kiss before she left. Is that a connection you’re hoping to explore on the outside?

It’s definitely something that … I would see what direction and the way it goes … I’m stumbling over my words; that’s an indication there! I guess it’s something that I’ll have to see once I get out of here, because it’s something that passed the time for both of us while we were in the house. But if something happens, it happens when we both see each other, and if it doesn’t, it doesn’t. I got to meet a beautiful person on the inside and out. We’re lifelong friends if not, and that’s something I’m grateful for, regardless of what happens.

Todd’s thankful for his relationships from BBCAN12

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Reflecting on your time in the house, is there anything major you’d change about your game?

No, because I’m grateful to make it as far as I did. I don’t think there’s really anything I would change. Say if I were to do another season at some point in my life, I would just have to change my strategy moving on. But looking back, I honestly don’t think there’s really much I would’ve changed.

What were some of your favorite moments from your time inside the BBCAN12 house?

Just the whole experience, because there have been so many highlights inside that house. Just everything, because it blew my expectations [out of the water]. I learned to respect the game a lot more; the relationships I formed are relationships and memories that are gonna last a lifetime. That’s something I’ll be forever thankful for.

Big Brother Canada Season 12 concludes Wednesday, May 8 at 9:30pm ET on Global.

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Everything To Know About Rachel Leviss’ New Man Matthew Dunn

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After taking time to be single post-Scandoval, Rachel Leviss is dating again. When Rachel officially chose not to return for Vanderpump Rules Season 11, she also ghosted Tom Sandoval. Her former affair partner very publicly moved on with model Victoria Lee Robinson. Meanwhile, Rachel hasn’t been linked to anyone since the affair.

Over a year after Scandoval, however, Rachel was spotted with Matthew Dunn. After speculation based on social media activity, Rachel’s team confirmed the dating rumors. Here’s everything we know so far about the new man in Rachel’s life.

How did Rachel and Matthew Dunn start dating?

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A source told Entertainment Tonight that Rachel and Matthew have been seeing each other for about a month. They reportedly met through mutual friends. So far, it seems very casual. Rachel’s publicist Juliette Harris confirmed to ET that the two are getting to know each other. However, she emphasized it’s still too early for any labels.

Rachel first gave a glimpse of Matthew on April 15th, when she posted a video of them riding in an ATV on Instagram. She captioned the video, “more of this, please.” The comments section was filled with questions about the man sitting next to her. However, the video has since been deleted from Rachel’s grid.

Also on April 15th, Matthew posted a group photo that included Rachel. He thanked two friends for “making the connections”, although it’s unclear if these were the friends who introduced him to Rachel. In the caption, he wrote, “We rode over the mountains and through the woods but grandma’s house could not be found. However, we did rally the side by sides and swam at a waterfall!” At the time, Rachel commented, “what an incredible experience.” Matthew replied “So much fun,” punctuated with a kissing face emoji.

What has Rachel said about Matthew?

The 29-year-old acknowledged the developments in her love life on the May 2nd episode of her podcast, Rachel Goes Rogue. While she didn’t mention Matthew by name, Rachel said, “We are friends, you know, getting to know each other”. Vanderpump Rules viewers will remember that Sandoval also started as Rachel’s friend. Although Ariana Madix dismissed the pair’s friendship as “bullsh*t”.

His social media pages are now private

Meet Rachel Leviss’s new boyfriend/single dad, Matthew Dunn! #vanderpumprules #rachelleviss #scandoval #matthewdunn #mattdunn pic.twitter.com/FX3s0Ky1hq

— Taste of Reality (@TasteOf_Reality) April 29, 2024

Perhaps unsurprisingly, Matthew quickly made his Instagram and Facebook social media pages private once his connection to Rachel was revealed. Before he did so, people noted that his Facebook profile picture was a shot of him and Rachel. That might count as a hard launch!

What does Matthew Dunn do for a living?

@allianceautosales

Sometimes you get crazy with the squats and none of your pants fit right and then you go to do a squat at work and your pants ripped down the middle…??? @@Matthew Dunn873@@wicked_faith_fitness#carsales#carsoftiktok#autosales#ReTokforNature#comedy#comedia#jokes#funny#funnyvideos#funnyvideo#comedyskit#comedyskits#autos#automotive#automobile#carlotlife#usedcars#usedcarsforsale#forsale#pnw#pnwlife

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Rachel’s last two relationships were with a DJ and a bar owner/cover band singer. But her new beau works in a very different industry.

ET’s sources described Matthew as an “investment CEO”. According to his LinkedIn profile, Matthew is currently the CEO of Dunn Investment Group, a think tank in Spokane Valley, Washington. In May 2022, Matthew was featured on the Instagram page happinessandwellnesspromo. In the caption, he was described as a “seven-figure business owner.”

Before that, he was President of Alliance, a Spokane area car dealership. While at Alliance, Matthew frequently appeared on the dealership’s social media pages. He and the salespeople made several silly videos on TikTok.

According to Matthew’s LinkedIn, he also served as a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps from 2010-14.

Matthew is a single dad

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Matthew has a young daughter from a previous relationship. After the fuss over his Facebook profile picture with Rachel, Matthew switched to a picture of him and his daughter.

What did Rachel say about dating before Matthew came into the picture?

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In an early episode of her podcast, Rachel said she was taking a year off from dating. Back in January, she explained, “I’m just focusing on myself and…focusing on my emotions that come up for me. Like what are my own needs that I need met? And not adding an additional person into the equation.” In other episodes, she discussed working through a love addiction as part of her treatment at The Meadows.

At this point, it has been about a year since Rachel ghosted Sandoval. Plus, both Ariana and Sandoval already moved on to new romantic relationships. It only seems fair that Rachel moves on as well.

However, she isn’t detached from her ex entirely. Rachel is suing both Sandoval and Ariana for revenge porn. Just recently, she slammed Sandoval’s response to the lawsuit on her podcast.

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The Valley Episode 8 Recap: The Invite Fight

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Welcome back for our The Valley Episode 8 recap, “The Invite Fight.” In last week’s episode, Kristen found herself still very much on the outs with the rest of the gang. Michelle and Jesse made it clear they would no longer be at the same events that “Crazy Kristen” was at. Jax and Brittany’s marriage issues were on full display while getting away for an overnight at the Mondrian. Needless to say, the group of friends are finding themselves in a bit of turmoil. Here’s everything that went down in The Valley Episode 8.

Agent of chaos 

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The episode opens with Kristen once again doubling down on the rumors regarding Jesse and Michelle. The OG has come prepared for her lunch with Jasmine, as she notes she also had texts from Jax to support her claims. The former Jets cheerleader is trying her best to get to the bottom of who started the rumors. She reveals what she learned from Jax, sharing it was understood that Kristen had information about Michelle texting another man.

But it turns out Jax was the one who first relayed the information one month prior. A production flashback showed Jax comfortably telling Kristen there was another guy as he asked, “You’re not filming this, are you?” Yes, Jax. Bravo is most definitely filming this. The number one guy gossip in the group went on to say, “Brittany told me this. I could ruin a marriage.” 

Jax then texted Kristen writing, “Do not repeat anything personal to Michelle. I don’t know if it’s true. I never said it on camera.” And there we have it, folks. The root of all rumors usually starts with Mr. Jax Taylor, who, in fact, did say all of this on camera. Kristen shares that from what “Michelle told me she was texting with someone who was not Jesse. She had an emotional affair with this guy.”

Trouble in paradise 

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Everywhere you look, there is trouble within The Valley. Jesse has removed Kristen from the group chat and Jax states that he has blocked her on all formats.

Cameras caught up with Brittany and Jax the morning after their failed date night at the Mondrian, and all is not well. Brittany and Jax tried for filming sake to have a proper conversation, but they were clearly arguing every day, all day, and even the cameraman wanted out. Brittany is DONE with her relationship, and it is evident. 

Caperna dinner 

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Can it be the group had a dinner with no drama!? Evidently, all that was needed was for Janet, aka the new Stassi Schroeder, to host a dinner outside and not invite Kristen.

Once again, we see Brittany and Jax not even making it through the canapés before having a mini fight. It turns out that all it takes for B to bow out is one shot of sake. Jax, being Jax, didn’t feel an ounce of sympathy for his wife, telling her, “I told you so,” and sent her home via an Uber, not even springing for Uber Black. Britt leaves the party in tears, telling cameras, “It’s hard to be someone’s punching bag. It’s not fair.” 

However, the night turned around thanks to Sparkle and the Drag Your Heart game. It was basically a mix between the newlywed game and Survivor. The Valley couples tried their best to prove they were all still in love. And Jax did way better partnered with Zack than he would have with Brittany. 

It’s not surprising to anyone that Jesse and Michelle performed horribly, and that’s being kind. When asked how long they lasted in bed, Michelle wrote two minutes, and Jesse wrote 22 seconds: clearly, there hasn’t been any seven minutes in heaven for a very long time.

Kristen relaunches James Mae

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After years of mocking, Kristen is back working on her baby, choosing to host a mini fashion show. It turns out Katie was wrong when she once criticized Kristen, noting all she needed to do was find a T-shirt print on Pinterest. Now Kristen knows she wasn’t invited to the hibachi dinner hosted by Janet, but will K do the same? Zack once again tried his best to explain how Kristen’s outbursts soured the last few gatherings. 

But the big takeaway which Zack and Bravo pointed out, was how much of a pot stirrer Janet is. According to Zack, Janet is being let off the hook for her bad behavior because she is with child. Kristen is told not to create more drama and just include everyone. 

The James Mae friends and family event is beautiful, but I can’t get behind the no-pants look! Kristen did not extend an invite to Janet or Michelle, putting everyone in another uncomfortable position. Kristen wasn’t willing to write a “sonnet or give up her first-born child” to make amends. 

Jax, in all his glory, couldn’t wait to tell Kristen that she wasn’t invited to Janet’s baby moon in Big Bear. But first, Jax needs to figure out what a relaunch is because I’ve never seen the man more confused. 

Plant-based medic retreat 

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Jesse is still going forward with the treatment and is trying to “make himself the person Michelle wants to be with.” The Boston native is ready to let go of his ego but I’m going to take a moment and defend Jesse.

I feel that he is trying to be something he isn’t all for the sake of a crumbling marriage. Michelle flat out tells him she hopes he “changes his personality.” Sir, this isn’t your person. This Hail Mary of a move isn’t worth it, man.

Michelle doesn’t see how one night is going to change Jesse. She tells cameras she doesn’t believe her now ex-husband is willing to put in the work. 

Miss USA kicks butt

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Nia and Danny are the cutest, and I love how they support one another. I could watch a compilation of Danny running up to the ladies yelling, “Get in the van!” all day long, but I had to keep watching the episode instead.

During a water break, Kristen dares to suggest that she is the “peacemaker.” B is having none of it and quickly tells Kristen never to bring her name into the drama, especially when it is a “dumpster fire.”

The end of the episode shows Kristen frustrated and not willing to roll over for peace. Sadly Zack is also being iced out by Janet due to his association with the James Mae founder. And that isn’t cool. Janet is currently the queen of the castle, and frankly, she is acting like quite a rascal. I felt bad for Zack, who was the only single friend of the group being left out. Janet is just being mean.

Now, are both Zack and Brittany trying to make Kristen care about the group? Yes. Is it worth it? Probably not. 

The Valley continues Tuesdays at 9/8c on Bravo.

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