Vanderpump Rules: Lisa Vanderpump Reveals Her Favorite Alum From Past Seasons!

As fans of Vanderpump Rules know, the show went through a lot of changes, including a change in the cast members. A lot of things might have changed, but it seems like Lisa Vanderpump hasn’t. Many fans have been curious about what Lisa thought about the latest changes. It became the end of an era for many, and fans want to know what Lisa truly feels about the former stars who helped build the show’s legacy.

The matriarch even commented about the recent changes and what she felt about a particular star from the past. Many fans can’t help but ask what she thinks about fresh faces stepping in and her previous bonds. Who still holds a special place in Lisa’s heart? And what do her words reveal about the direction of Vanderpump Rules moving forward? Keep reading to find out.

Vanderpump Rules: Season 12 Marks A Major Shift For SUR And The Cast

Season 12 of Vanderpump Rules introduced one of the biggest changes in the show’s history with a complete cast overhaul. Not only were new faces introduced, but fans also saw changes being made at SUR. This also included the absence of the restaurant’s iconic annual photoshoot. Lisa addressed the change during episode 3 of the latest season. She explained that changes have been important to the show’s long-term success over the years. She emphasized that businesses must adapt even if that means a new photoshoot or an entirely new staff.

Even after the reboot, several season 12 cast members revealed they had met with former cast member, Tom Schwartz. Marcus shared that Tom gave him advice, and the two even talked while having some drinks. Kim and Venus also revealed that they talked to him at Tom Tom, which is the bar he owns. Recently, Lisa shared that despite the changes, season 12 delivered a big win for her. The Vanderpump Rules premiere reached 2.6 million viewers across platforms, making it the biggest new Bravo show launch of 2025.

Vanderpump Rules: Lisa Opens Up About Her Favorite Show Alum

It is clear that Lisa is happy with the current standing of the show. But she also reflected on the past during a recent appearance on Tom Schwartz’s Detox Retox podcast. She reunited with Tom at her Vanderpump Dogs adoption center in Los Angeles. It was then that Lisa surprised fans by naming Tom as her favorite Vanderpump Rules alum.

She admitted that she missed him and said that they had a strong bond due to their shared history. Lisa recalled supporting Tom through important times. This included his wedding to Katie Maloney, which she officiated and was showcased in season 5. When Tom confessed that he missed her, Lisa told him that she was still present in his life.

She also joked about having a list of former cast members she missed the least. But she later clarified that she cared for all of her former cast members. This led to Lisa talking about criticism in the past that she did not reach out to former castmates. According to Lisa, she had always been open to communication, and the rumors were not true. For the latest Vanderpump Rules tea, stay tuned to TV Season & Spoilers.