VANDERPUMP Rules star Lala Kent is not ready to give up on reality TV, even if the show never returns following a long hiatus.
The mom-of-two is rumored to be joining the cast of Bravo spin-off The Valley full-time after briefly appearing in the first season.
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Lala and her co-stars have yet to begin filming season 12 of Vanderpump Rules.
Tom Sandoval's betrayal of longtime girlfriend Ariana Madix with their friend Rachel Leviss meant many of the cast are no longer friends. Ariana also refuses to film with her ex.
But Lala doesn't want this to be the end of her Bravo journey.
In an exclusive interview with The U.S. Sun, she admitted: "You know, I'm addicted to reality TV, whether it's being a part of it or just watching it, I find it very fun.
“This break has been awesome. It came at the most perfect time getting to enjoy my pregnancy and enjoying the new stage of motherhood.
“But I like being busy and I like that show and you know, reality TV has been a part of my life for 10 years and then well beyond that when I was just a viewer.
Although she cannot confirm any contracts, she teased, "I'd never say no to a fun time."
Lala also revealed she hasn't seen many of her cast members during the hiatus, as she is no longer close to Ariana or onetime best friend Katie Maloney.
I just hope everybody's happy and healthy, regardless of what happens."
Lala Kent on her VPR castmates
She said, "I see [Tom] Schwartzy on occasion. He's been very sweet and cares a lot about my life and I care about his.
"So even though we don't see each other a lot, we make a point of keeping in touch.
Vanderpump Rules’ Lala Kent breaks silence on rumors co-stars may not return for new season following bombshell reunion
"And then obviously Scheana [Shay] and I are glued at the hip. She lives around the corner. Our girls go to school together.
"So I see her every single day, even if it's just a drop-off."
Lala went on: "The rest of them I haven't seen, but it seems as an outsider that everyone's doing really well.
"And that show, even if we're not good, it's such a bonding experience, and I just hope everybody's happy and healthy, you know, regardless of what happens."
Lala, 34, is now living in a new house in the valley, outside of central Los Angeles, with her daughter Ocean, three, and her newborn daughter, Sosa, born in September.
She said, "The valley is so underrated. I've been a West Hollywood girl and I was in the mix, and once I had kids, and looked at what my budget was and knowing what I wanted, we made our way to the valley and I am truly obsessed.
"I still feel like I'm in the mix without actually being in the mix. Yeah. So it's the perfect balance and just having kids, it's a different game, you know, it's exhausting. But I'm really loving it over here."
MAGICAL TIME
Lala said she feels a lot calmer with her baby girl after using a sperm donor than when she first became a mom with Ocean, whom she shares with ex-fiance Randall Emmett.
She said: "I kind of feel like I know what I'm doing and also the aspect of … this baby is all mine.
"With Ocean, I feel like I have such a sensitive spot for her. Some people call it a trauma bond, I'm not sure if that's it.
"But there's so many times where it's like, I'll have to leave town for work, and then I'm like, Oh my gosh, I'm missing my days with Ocean, and then I don't have her this weekend. And it's an internal battle.
"Whereas with Sosa, I just feel so much more calm. And if I leave for the day, I'm going to come home and she's mine forever. And It's truly the most magical time of my whole life."
Lala is still her in bubble with her baby and looking forward to a cozy, quiet Christmas, after celebrating six years sober.
She has partnered up with Ninja Thirsti for their new ZERO SODA Flavor Drops and is stocking up in time for the holidays.
Lala said, "I like to partner with people [where] it's an organic fit and it's no secret that I'm addicted to my sparkling water.
Vanderpump Rules spin-off The Valley has attracted fans with its drama-filled episodes and entertaining cast. The reality show, which airs on Bravo, features some familiar faces from VPR and others as they manage their work and personal lives in California. Here is the cast of The Valley:
Jax Taylor, 44: former VPR star who is married to Brittany Cartwright, but is currently going through a separation
Brittany Cartwright, 35: former VPR star who is married to Jax Taylor, but has moved out of their marital home as they work through their issues
Kristen Doute, 41: former VPR star who is dating Luke Broderick and previously dated VPR's Tom Sandoval and James Kennedy
Luke Broderick, 32: Kristen's boyfriend who spends his time in The Valley and also in Colorado where he enjoys outdoor activities
Danny Booko, 40: Nia Booko's husband who is from Michigan and works as an actor and voiceover artist
Nia Booko, 34: Danny Booko's wife who is from Sacramento and hosts the podcast, Hold My Crown
Jesse Lally, 44: Michelle Lally's ex-husband who is from Boston and is now a luxury real estate broker in Los Angeles
Michelle Lally, 35: Jesse Lally's ex-wife who was born and raised in Beverly Hills and works as a real estate broker
Jason Caperna, 40: Janet Caperna's husband who is from Los Angeles and works as a lawyer
Janet Caperna, 34: Jason Caperna's wife who is from Ohio and formerly worked as an executive assistant
“And just the amount of cans that I was going through on a regular basis was mortifying. I'm like, I can't believe I'm participating in doing this to our planet.
"And so when the Ninja Thirsti came to be, I'm like, wait, it makes sparkling water, but there's also pods for flavors for when I want to get really buck wild.
"I find myself to be extremely lucky that six years in and I have not felt the need to pick up a drink."
She admits she initially found it "extremely difficult" around the festive period and has advice for anyone quitting booze.
"I find that what really helped me at the very beginning is putting my sparkling water in like a stemmed glass. Or even like a cocktail glass with a really pretty garnish.
"It just makes you feel like you're still in the mix. No one's asking weird questions about why you're not drinking. Like, for me, I found it to help tremendously.
"I'm really strong in my sobriety. Thank goodness. But I still like to feel like I'm a part of the party."
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