Lala Kent Opens Up About Her Fallout With Katie Maloney: ‘We May Never See Each Other Again’

 Lala Kent Opens Up About Her Fallout With Katie Maloney: ‘We May Never See Each Other Again’ 

The Vanderpump Rules universe is no stranger to dramatic twists, but the fallout between Lala Kent and Katie Maloney has left fans in shock. Once inseparable, their friendship now appears to be beyond repair.

During the December 31 episode of the Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast, Lala, 34, reflected on how deeply connected she was to Katie, 37—until everything changed in season 11 of Vanderpump Rules.

“It was the strangest season I’ve ever been a part of. It was all very sad,” Lala admitted. “Katie and I have two very different perspectives on what happened and why our friendship fell apart.”

The Rift That Changed Everything

Lala took issue with how she was portrayed during their fallout.

“She sees it one way, and I don’t like that I was made to look like someone who hoards information just to drop it when convenient,” Lala explained. “That’s not how it happened.”

Despite the years of closeness, Lala isn’t holding out hope for a resolution anytime soon.

“We could go in circles on this forever, but it doesn’t matter. What’s done is done,” she said. “Maybe we’ll rebuild one day, or maybe we’ll never see each other again. Who the f--- knows? But I do want her to be happy. She deserves that.”

Radio Silence Between Former Besties

Since the heated Vanderpump Rules season 11 reunion, Lala confirmed that neither she nor Katie has reached out to the other. Meanwhile, Bravo has dropped a bombshell—season 12 will feature a fresh cast, leaving fans wondering what this means for the show’s future.

Initially, it seemed like Lala and Katie were on good terms at the beginning of season 11. But cracks started forming when Lala called out Ariana Madix’s refusal to film with Tom Sandoval following his affair with Rachel “Raquel” Leviss. In doing so, she also turned her criticism toward Katie.

Why Lala Felt Betrayed by Katie

Lala didn’t hold back when discussing the tension between them.

“From my point of view, Katie wasn’t very honest this season,” she said on Vanderpump Rules: After Show in May. “I don’t recognize this version of her. What made us click was that we were both no bulls---. You might not like what we say, but we keep it real.”

Lala even claimed that Katie had vented to her privately about Ariana, 39, but later changed her stance publicly.

“She would say, ‘I’m the only one doing things for this sandwich shop. Where is she? She’s always late with her half of the rent. She’s dropping the ball,’” Lala alleged. “She was worried about rocking the boat after investing hundreds of thousands of dollars into this restaurant, and her business partner is Ariana. I can’t say I wouldn’t feel the same way. But having concerns doesn’t mean she didn’t support Ariana.”

Katie’s Side of the Story

At the Vanderpump Rules season 11 reunion, Katie made it clear she wasn’t thrilled with Lala’s attempt to dredge up old drama, especially since she had already resolved things with Ariana privately.

Speaking on the Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast in July, Katie admitted she was blindsided by Lala’s reunion behavior.

“I felt like she had been holding onto these feelings for a long time, saving them for the reunion,” Katie said. “That didn’t feel very authentic. To sit there and be called fake when I was next to someone I thought I knew and trusted? That was shocking.”

The Breaking Point: Trust Issues

Katie now questions whether she and Lala can ever repair their friendship.

“Once you break my trust, it’s really hard to come back from that,” Katie confessed. “Trust is everything to me. And when you manipulate that, use it against me, and say we talked about things for the cameras—it’s too much.”

She emphasized that some conversations should remain private.

“Not everything is meant for the cameras,” she added. “I’m allowed to have personal discussions with friends. I do with my mom, I do with other friends. Some things are just off-limits.”

What’s Next for Lala and Katie?

With season 12 bringing in a new cast, the future of Vanderpump Rules looks uncertain—just like Lala and Katie’s friendship. Will they ever mend fences, or is this the final chapter in their once-tight bond? Fans will have to wait and see.

FAQs

1. Why did Lala Kent and Katie Maloney’s friendship end?
Lala and Katie had a major falling out during Vanderpump Rules season 11 due to differing perspectives on loyalty, honesty, and what should be shared publicly.

2. Has Lala Kent spoken to Katie Maloney since the reunion?
No, Lala confirmed that neither of them has reached out to the other since the season 11 reunion.

3. What did Katie Maloney say about Lala Kent’s accusations?
Katie felt blindsided by Lala’s claims and believed she was saving certain grievances for the reunion rather than addressing them privately.

4. Will Lala Kent and Katie Maloney reconcile?
It’s uncertain. Lala has expressed uncertainty about their future, and Katie has said trust is hard to rebuild once broken.

5. Is Vanderpump Rules season 12 happening?
Yes, but Bravo has announced that the show will return with a brand-new cast, leaving the future of the original stars unclear.