Stassi Schroeder clarified her current stance on her professional relationship with Lisa Vanderpump and the Bravo network during a detailed interview on Thursday, April 30, 2026.
As her new solo project, House of Stassi, gains momentum, the former reality star explained that she has officially closed the chapter on her time at SUR and the Vanderpump Rules franchise.
She emphasized that while she respects her roots, her focus has shifted entirely toward building an independent brand centered on fashion, motherhood, and lifestyle content.
The author and podcaster noted that the transition from being a cast member in a high-drama ensemble to a solo entrepreneur has been both challenging and liberating.
Stassi Schroeder shared that she no longer feels the need to engage in the "manufactured conflicts" that often define reality television.
Instead, she is prioritizing projects that allow her to maintain more control over her narrative and her daily schedule, which revolves heavily around her two children, Hartford and Messer.
Since her exit from the main show in 2020, Stassi Schroeder has successfully pivot towards digital media and live touring.
Her current venture, House of Stassi, functions as a multi-platform lifestyle hub that includes her popular podcast, exclusive merchandise, and digital styling guides.
She described the brand as a reflection of her personal growth, moving away from the "villain" persona of her twenties toward a more relatable, though still "perfectly polished," version of herself.
Industry analysts have pointed to her success as a blueprint for other reality stars looking to maintain a career outside of a major network.
By leveraging her existing fan base and focusing on niche interests like "OOTD" (Outfit of the Day) culture and home decor, she has maintained a high level of engagement without the need for televised drama.
Stassi Schroeder admitted that while she misses the camaraderie of her former castmates, she does not miss the stress of the filming environment.