The Valley premiered its third season on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, and is now airing weekly at 8/7c on Bravo, with new episodes streaming the next day on Peacock. Just three days in, the season is already delivering the high-stakes drama Bravo promised: “major life changes—from babies and breakups to bold new beginnings.”
With Jax Taylor no longer part of the cast (he stepped away after Season 2 to focus on sobriety, mental health, and co-parenting), the tight-knit San Fernando Valley friend group feels refreshed yet more volatile than ever.
Vanderpump Rules alums Lala Kent and Tom Schwartz join as full-time cast members, bringing fresh energy and outside perspectives, while several partners appear as “friends of the cast.”
Here’s everything you need to know about the Season 3 cast as the drama unfolds in real time.
The Returning Cast: Core Members Facing New Realities
- Danny Booko & Nia Sanchez Booko
Parents to four children under four and recently relocated to Santa Clarita, the couple is already showing cracks in their once picture-perfect marriage under the pressure of family life and group stress. - Luke Broderick & Kristen Doute
Engaged and now first-time parents to daughter Kaia, they are navigating the realities of new parenthood while their strong loyalty to certain friends creates tension within the larger group. - Jason Caperna & Janet Caperna
Married with young son Cameron, Janet is working to repair fractured friendships. Jason’s recent serious injury has left her managing much of family life solo, adding extra strain to their fertility and parenting journey. - Brittany Cartwright
Single mom to son Cruz (with her divorce from Jax still pending), Brittany is in full glow-up mode. She’s exploring a new romance while being pulled back into old group feuds. - Jasmine Goode
Newly engaged to Melissa Carelli and settling into her Sherman Oaks home, Jasmine is deep in wedding planning while questioning shifting alliances and loyalty in the friend group. - Jesse Lally
Post-divorce from Michelle, Jesse is dating Orange County socialite Lacy Nicole and focusing on co-parenting daughter Isabella. His new relationship is already stirring immediate drama. - Michelle Saniei (formerly Lally)
Recently divorced and living in a new home, Michelle is embracing single life while processing grief after her mother’s passing. Her interactions with Jesse and Lacy add emotional layers. - Zack Wickham
Dating Benji Quach, the couple is discussing moving in together and bigger commitment questions—including Benji’s desire for kids and Zack’s uncertainty about fatherhood.
New Full-Time Cast Members: Fresh Perspectives
- Lala Kent
Single mom to daughters Ocean and Sosa, nearly seven years sober, and laser-focused on mental health. Lala is already bonding with the single members of the group and delivering her signature no-nonsense commentary. - Tom Schwartz
Fresh off his divorce from Katie Maloney, Schwartz is single, dating, and looking for a reset. His laid-back personality and dating choices are already creating both laughs and new friction.
Friends of the Cast: Expanding the Circle
- Melissa Carelli — Jasmine Goode’s fiancée, actively involved in wedding planning and group events.
- Benji Quach — Zack Wickham’s boyfriend, pushing for deeper commitment and future plans.
- Lacy Nicole — Jesse Lally’s girlfriend, whose arrival has already created tension with Michelle.
Notable Departures
- Jax Taylor — Exited after Season 2.
- Aaron Nosler — No longer filming.
Season 3 Cast Table
| Cast Member | Role / Status | Instagram Handle | Key Storylines & Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Booko & Nia Sanchez Booko | Returning (Couple) | @danielbooko / @realniasanchez | Four kids under four; new Santa Clarita life; marriage strain |
| Luke Broderick & Kristen Doute | Returning (Engaged Couple) | @luke__broderick / @kristendoute | New parents to Kaia; parenthood vs. group loyalties |
| Jason Caperna & Janet Caperna | Returning (Married Couple) | @jasoncaperna / @janetcaperna | Fertility challenges + Jason’s injury |
| Brittany Cartwright | Returning (Single Mom) | @brittany | Post-divorce glow-up; new romance; lingering feuds |
| Jasmine Goode | Returning | @jasminegoode_ | Engaged to Melissa; wedding planning in Sherman Oaks |
| Jesse Lally | Returning | @jesselally | Dating Lacy Nicole; co-parenting focus |
| Michelle Saniei | Returning (Single) | @michelle.saniei | Single life + processing grief after divorce |
| Zack Wickham | Returning | @zackwickham | Dating Benji; commitment & kids conversations |
| Lala Kent | New Full-Time | @lalakent | Single mom; sobriety milestone; bold opinions |
| Tom Schwartz | New Full-Time | @tom_schwartz | Single & dating; fresh start after divorce |
| Melissa Carelli | Friend of the Cast | @melissa.marie.3 | Jasmine’s fiancée |
| Benji Quach | Friend of the Cast | @benjiquach | Zack’s boyfriend |
| Lacy Nicole | Friend of the Cast | @lacynicole | Jesse’s girlfriend; immediate group tension |
What to Expect This Season (Now Airing)
The premiere episode (which aired April 1) already hinted at the season’s core conflicts: parenthood pressures, romantic shake-ups, co-parenting drama, and friendships that could permanently fracture. With Lala and Schwartz now in the mix, expect sharper conversations, new alliances, and plenty of “questionable behavior” that keeps the Valley group on edge.
New episodes continue every Wednesday at 8/7c on Bravo and stream the next day on Peacock.
The season is off to a strong start—tune in live or catch up on Peacock to see how these relationships evolve in real time.
