The Valley could reportedly undergo some major changes to its cast ahead of its upcoming third season.
As season two continues to follow the contentious divorces of Jax Taylor, 45, and Brittany Cartwright, 36, and Jesse Lally, 45, and Michelle Saniei, 36, Bravo and its producers are said to be “casting” amid concerns of lingering tensions among the cast, including Janet Caperna, 35, who is having issues with “everyone.”
“The Valley is casting,” a source told OK! Magazine on June 4. “The reason they’re casting is because they don’t want the show to end up like Vanderpump Rules, where you have a cast that won’t film with each other. Right now you have Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright, who are going through a bitter divorce, and you have Jesse Lally and Michelle [Saniei], who are also going through a brutal split. It wouldn’t make sense for any of these estranged couples to go on trips together or spend time together going forward.”
“[They’re] confused where they go from here,” the insider added, confirming that their efforts to find new people had “nothing” to do with ratings.
In addition to Nia, 35, and Danny Booko, 41, Jesse is said to be safe from a potential firing, as is Kristen Doute, 42, and her fiancé, Luke Broderick.
“Jesse is not at risk for getting cut,” the source shared. “Kristen Doute and Luke Broderick are also safe as are Danny and Nia Booko.”
As for who could get cut, the insider revealed that production isn’t sure if Jax and Brittany will be brought back, and Janet’s role is also up in the air.
“With Janet feuding with almost everyone on the cast, she’s losing ground with them and that’s a clear problem, which could result in her also not returning,” they explained. “They’re looking at all options for casting.”
If Bravo and its producers opt to get rid of some of the current cast of The Valley, fans could see some familiar faces, and a controversial ex, added to the group.
“Tom Sandoval and Tom Schwartz have been interviewed,” the insider confirmed. “They also have talked to Ariana Madix’s brother, Jeremy Madix. There’s also a possibility Michelle’s boyfriend Aaron Nosler’s ex-girlfriend could join the cast. Jesse’s new girlfriend Lacy Nicole is also a contender.”
Jasmine Goode, 37, and Zack Wickham, 36, were not mentioned in the report.
