Lisa Vanderpump Series Renewed at Hulu with Stassi Schroeder Joining Cast

Following the tumultuous 11th season of “Vanderpump Rules” and the aftermath of the Scandoval drama, fans have been eagerly awaiting changes. Stassi Schroeder, a fan-favorite from the show, is returning to reality TV, but not on Bravo. Instead, she’s joining Hulu for a new project.

New Show: Stassi Says

  • Title: Stassi Says
  • Format: Half-hour “docu-comedy”
  • Premise: The show will feature Schroeder managing a new ensemble of comedic and chaotic characters dealing with personal crises and crossroads, with Schroeder taking on the role of mediator.

Renewed Series: Vanderpump Villa

  • Platform: Hulu
  • Premise: “Vanderpump Villa” follows Lisa Vanderpump’s hand-selected employees at her exclusive French estate, Chateau Rosabelle, as they curate luxury vacations for wealthy guests. The show blends elements of “Below Deck” with early “Vanderpump Rules.”
  • Cast Update: Stassi Schroeder will join as a lead cast member, reuniting with Vanderpump. Hulu notes that Schroeder and Vanderpump have developed a mutual respect, leading to this collaboration.

Additional Context

  • The Valley Speculation: Fans had speculated Schroeder might join Bravo’s “The Valley,” a spinoff featuring other “Vanderpump Rules” alums like Jax Taylor and Kristen Doute. However, she is instead returning to work with Vanderpump on Hulu.
  • Previous Departure: Schroeder was fired from “Vanderpump Rules” in 2020, along with other cast members, following accusations of trying to frame a former castmate, Faith Stowers, for a crime she did not commit. Despite this, Vanderpump and her team have expressed a willingness to work with Schroeder again, reflecting the potential for renewed professional relationships.