Vanderpump Villa Season 2 reunion finally took place, bringing the cast together after a season filled with romance, conflict, drunken antics, and tough decisions. The season followed Lisa Vanderpump as she managed Castello Rosato, a luxurious estate near Orvieto, Italy, during the summer. Lisa assembled a top-level staff to help her turn her hospitality dreams into reality, including stars from other Hulu reality shows like the Mormon mothers from The Secret Life of Mormon Wives. Throughout the season, some staff members couldn’t keep up and were let go.
The reunion, organized by Chief Honcho Lisa and her partner this season, Stassi Schroeder, provided a platform for the cast to address past issues and defend themselves against tough accusations. It was a chance for them to clear the air and reflect on the season. Some fared better than others, so let’s look at who stood out, who had some explaining to do, and who stayed in the middle.
Heroes of the Vanderpump Villa Reunion
Gabriella, Grace, Lexee, Ashley, Bridget, Sher, Sianna, Chef Anthony, Hannah
In the Vanderpump Villa Season 2 reunion, there were more heroes than villains, each with varying degrees of positivity. Gabriella emerged as the ultimate hero, winning Lisa’s $30K bonus challenge and securing a spot in another Vanderpump location, likely for Season 3. She was the voice of reason throughout the season, guiding others through chaos. When awarded the bonus and offered a new position, Gabriella graciously thanked Lisa.
Other standout heroes included Chef Anthony Bar, who received a surprise $20K bonus for his exceptional work ethic and Grace Cottrell, who earned a $15K bonus and used it to start her own LLC, Elegant Maid. Lexee Berdiago also earned hero status by taking responsibility for a conflict with Sher and apologizing. Bridget Keefe, initially fired in the season, redeemed herself elegantly, earning hero status. Sher bravely called out inappropriate behaviors, including Marciano Brunette’s, making her a winner. Chef Ashley Angel defended herself admirably, securing a hero spot. Sianna Renee, despite a rocky season and being fired, made it onto the hero list.
Hannah Fouch, despite being fired due to Sianna’s intimidation, remained a hero for her support at the reunion. She empathized with Sianna’s struggles, having experienced similar relationships. Hannah was voted as the person Lisa should bring back for another season, solidifying her hero status.
In the Middle of the Road at the Vanderpump Villa Reunion
Tyler, Sam, «Scary Island», Aidan, Hagen, Alyssa
Some cast members avoided major issues, landing in the middle of the road category by maintaining stability. Tyler avoided being a season’s worst despite a falling out with Lexee over The Secret Life of Mormon Wives‘ Layla Taylor. Hagen Bach provided comic relief throughout the season, while Sam Terry and Alyssa Johnston’s romance simmered down by the reunion.
Aidan Mchugh’s standout moment (before being fired) was a brief flirtation with The Challenge star and Maria Sorbello’s boyfriend, Paulie Calafiore. Intriguing, right?
