ARIANA Madix and Katie Maloney delighted fans by reuniting with their former co-stars.
Stassi Schroeder and Andy Cohen visited the Vanderpump Rules star’s new burger joint for its grand opening on Friday.
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Ariana and Katie shared a photo from inside their long-awaited diner via their social media.
In the photo, Katie was on the end dressed in a black minidress and baseball shirt, while Ariana was on the other side in a striped button-down shirt and jeans.
Among them, Stassi smiled for the camera in a gray sweater and matching wool miniskirt.
She had her arm around Katie and stood close to her longtime friend.
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Next to Stassi was Andy, who was casually dressed in a faded blue hoodie and jeans.
Stassi left Vanderpump in 2020 after being fired for falsely reporting her co-star, Faith Stowers, to the police.
Faith said she and some other cast members reported her after reading a Daily Mail article about a black woman who was allegedly drugging and robbing men in Hollywood.
Bravo took action by firing her after learning of the incident, which occurred in 2018.
“Bravo and Evolution Media confirmed today that Stassi Schroeder, Kristen Doute, Max Boyens and Brett Caprioni will not return to Vanderpump Rules,” they wrote in a statement to TODAY.
In response, Stassi sent out an apology via her Instagram.
“Racially insensitive comments from my past have resurfaced. It is important that I continue to take responsibility for what I have said and done, while also striving to do better,” she wrote at the time.
“I have grown significantly from the person I was at that time and I am still filled with remorse and regret for the pain I caused.
“What I did to Faith was wrong. I apologize and I don’t expect forgiveness. I’m also sorry to anyone who is disappointed in me,” she continued.
“I will continue to take a closer look at myself and my actions – to take time to listen, learn, and take responsibility for my own privilege.”
LIFE AFTER BOMB
Since leaving the show, Stassi has released a self-titled podcast about her life and completed a few national tours.
Despite not returning to the show, she remained friends with her former co-stars and fans on social media were excited about the reunion.
“I miss seeing Stassi on air,” one fan wrote.
“No shade… but leaving that show was the best thing Stassi has ever done for herself, she’s come so far,” another added.
“Take this @lala_kent and @LisaVanderpump This is what friends who support each other look like!” noted a third.
“Andy quickly trying to jump the fence after seeing the response from viewers,” a fourth speculated.
Andy hosted an explosive Vanderpump Rules reunion where Lala Kent was criticized for her straight-talking.
Katie and Lala appeared to feud with Ariana, with Lala defending Tom Sandoval’s actions following his affair with Rachel Leviss.
THE GRAND OPENING
Some fans interpreted Andy’s appearance at the diner as a response to fan backlash, with social media users supporting Katie.
Another video was shared of Stassi and Andy enjoying a sandwich and chatting at the new diner.
The store, called Something About Her, will open to the public Wednesday in Los Angeles.
Vanderpump Rules Season 11 Cast
Vanderpump Rules returned to Bravo for one of its most explosive seasons following the fallout from Tom Sandoval and Ariana Madix’s relationship.
Returning cast members
- Lisa Vanderpump returns as one of the original castmates and serves as the group’s mentor and confidant.
- Ariana Madix returns hurt after her ex, Tom Sandoval, cheated on her.
- James Kennedy has been expanding his DJ career and recently moved in with his girlfriend, Ally.
- Katie Maloney is working hard to open her diner with Ariana as she navigates life post-divorce.
- Lala Kent began an unexpected friendship with Tom Schwartz, which caused a rift between her and the rest of the girls.
- Scheana Shay is living a married life with Brock and a son as they come out of their honeymoon period.
- Tom Sandoval has been trying to work on himself and start repairing his broken relationships.
- Tom Schwartz adopts a new appearance change as he receives blows for helping his friend Tom with his affair with Ariana.
New cast members
- Ally Lewber is focusing on becoming an astronomer and trying to find friendships in the group after she and James embrace suburban life.
- Brock Davies has been testing new dynamics as a family man
Fans have been patiently awaiting the opening of the North Robertson Boulevard restaurant since Katie and Ariana announced their new business venture in 2022.
There have been several setbacks that prevented TV personalities from debuting sooner, as VPR host Lisa Vanderpump, 63, addressed in the three-part reunion special.
The delays were said to be due to a variety of reasons, including Ariana’s busy work schedule, which was causing tension between the co-owners.
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