Meet Bravo's 'The Valley' Cast: From 'Pump Rules' Alums to New Stars

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Vanderpump Rules viewers will be introduced to some new cast members — and familiar faces — in the spinoff series The Valley. In 2012, fans were introduced to the staff at Lisa Vanderpump’s West Hollywood restaurant SUR, including Stassi Schroeder, Jax Taylor, Kristen Doute, Tom Sandoval, Katie Maloney and Scheana Shay. The cast faced a major shakeup in 2020 when Stassi, Kristen, Jax, Brittany Cartwright, Max Boyens, Brett Caprioni, Danica Dow and Dayna Kathan departed the series. Vanderpump Rules blew up even more three years later when news broke about Ariana Madix and Sandoval's split following an affair with Rachel "Raquel" Leviss. Jax, Kristen and Brittany were subsequently offered their own spinoff series due to the OG show's success. According to the synopsis, The Valley will focus on a group of friends as they leave their wild younger years behind in exchange for parenthood and adult life in California's San Fernando Valley. The upcoming series also stars Kristen’s boyfriend, Luke Broderick, in addition to Jax and Brittany's other friends. Vanderpump Rules fans can also expect to see some familiar faces since Lala Kent and Scheana were previously spotted filming for the show. Bravo viewers can expect to see more crossovers happen throughout the first season of The Valley. Keep scrolling for a guide to every cast member on The Valley:

After starring on Vanderpump Rules for eight seasons, Jax announced his departure alongside Brittany in 2020. The couple went on to welcome son Cruz one year after and launched a podcast titled "When Reality Hits."

In addition to opening up a sports bar named after himself, Jax also had a brief stint on E!'s House of Villains in 2023. 

Just weeks before The Valley premiered on Bravo, Jax and Brittany announced that they were "taking time apart" from their marriage. The synopsis for the series hinted at Jax and Brittany's issues: "To the outside world and their friends, Jax and Brittany have an idyllic family life living with their 2-year-old son, Cruz, however, things are far from perfect for these former Vanderpump Rules stars."

Viewers were introduced to Brittany when she joined Vanderpump Rules in 2015 after meeting Jax. Their ups and downs were documented throughout the year, with their 2019 nuptials being featured on the show. Since her departure, Brittany has been focused on balancing motherhood and her career as a podcast host and helping Jax at their bar. 

The first season of The Valley will document Brittany "struggling with a lack of self-confidence" while attempting to "reignite the couple's flame."

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Kristen Doute

Following eight seasons on Vanderpump Rules, Kristen was fired alongside Stassi due to past racially insensitive behavior toward former costar Faith Stowers. She dated Alex Menache for two years before finding love with current boyfriend Luke Broderick.

The Valley is set to follow Kristen and Luke's attempts to have a baby. After filming wrapped, Kristen revealed on the couple's "Sex, Love and What Else Matters" podcast that she had a miscarriage. Kristen and Luke remain committed to starting a family together.

The Bravo newbie joined the world of reality TV through his relationship with Kristen. The duo hooked up shortly after meeting at a mutual friend's wedding in June 2022. They remained in touch as their connection got more serious. Since Luke is from Colorado, he and Kristen are navigating a long-distance romance while making plans for the future.

Jax formed a friendship with fellow Michigan native Danny when they met on a night out in Los Angeles. Danny is also on good terms with Scheana after crossing paths in the entertainment industry as actors. He has appeared on The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, The O.C., Hannah Montana, iCarly and The Goldbergs. Danny has shifted his focus more to voice acting since starting a family with Nia.

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Nia Booko

Former Miss USA Nia shares three kids with Danny. In addition to her friendship with Brittany, Nia previously confirmed that she is familiar with Vanderpump Rules alum Rachel because they both competed in beauty pageants. 

The synopsis for Nia and Danny hinted how “emotionally drained and overwhelmed” they are from trying to juggle their careers and kids. 

Jax and Jesse became friends back in their modeling days when they lived together in New York City. Jesse has since gone on to become a real estate broker alongside his now-estranged wife, Michelle Lally, with whom he shares a 3-year-old daughter. 

Their Bravo bio teased that they “began to disagree more often” after expanding their family. The first season of The Valley will follow the twosome as they attempt to “repair their relationship“ after hitting a “breaking point.” 

Us Weekly confirmed before the premiere of the show that Jesse and Michelle separated following six years of marriage. 

Michelle is a luxury broker who has juggled her real estate company, LallySaniei Real Estate, in addition to motherhood. She has a close connection with Brittany, Scheana and Lala.

“[Brittany and I] were both Hooters girls once upon a time ago,” Michelle admitted on a March 2024 episode of the Vanderpump Rules After Show. “I usually don’t tell people, but now everyone’s gonna know.”

Vanderpump Rules fans might remember Janet from her numerous appearances on Scheana’s “Scheananigans” podcast. She appeared on season 8 of Vanderpump Rules before being tapped to lead The Valley.

“I met Scheana in 2017. She was the first person I made new friends with when I moved to L.A.. I met her at a pool party,” she said on the Vanderpump Rules After Show. “Then basically through Scheana, I met everybody else and have been pretty close to everybody, minus Tom Sandoval now, for a long time.” 

While filming season 1 of the spinoff series, Janet was pregnant with her and husband Jason Caperna’s first child. They welcomed their son in December 2023.

Janet and Jason tied the knot in June 2022 after several years of dating. As a result, Jason has become close to Janet’s friends, including their fellow The Valley cast members. Jason is an attorney when he isn’t filming scenes for the Bravo series. 

According to their Bravo synopsis, Jason is by Janet’s side after she “finds herself caught in the middle of the drama” due to Kristen exposing a “rumor,” which puts their five-year friendship at risk. 

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Jasmine Goode

Before joining the Bravo universe, Jasmine was a contestant on Nick Viall’s season of The Bachelor and appeared on the fourth season of Bachelor in Paradise. Jasmine was also a SUR employee, which is where she crossed paths with Scheana and the rest of the cast. 

She explored a brief career as an NFL cheerleader before shifting her focus to real estate. Jasmine is “hoping for a family some day” with girlfriend Melissa Marie, according to her Bravo bio. 

Vanderpump Rules viewers might remember Zach as Brittany’s friend from Louisville, Kentucky. He also made several appearances on Kristen's podcast. 

“Zack was my friend from college days. He’s been on Vanderpump Rules, and he was my friend before I moved here,” Brittany recalled on the Vanderpump Rules After Show in March 2024. “He took care of me whenever I had my boob job on Vanderpump Rules. So, he’s literally been here that whole entire time.”