The truth always finds a way out, and Jessica Walter, former co-host of Lala Kent’s podcast, is finally shedding light on her mysterious departure. Fans of Vanderpump Rules and longtime listeners of the podcast were left scratching their heads last year when Jessica seemingly vanished without a proper explanation. Now, in her new solo podcast, Jessica is opening up about why she walked away—and it’s clear the split wasn’t as rosy as Lala made it seem.
Lala Kent’s Vague Farewell to Jessica
Her statement was unusually brief when Lala first announced Jessica’s departure, leaving fans speculating about what really went down.
“My ride or die Jessica is no longer going to be working for me, and she will no longer be on the podcast. My relief is that she is going to go spread her wings and fly,” Lala said at the time.
For loyal listeners, the lack of detail felt like a red flag, especially given Jessica’s prominent role in the show. Why would someone so integral to the podcast suddenly leave without any real explanation?
Jessica Opens Up on Her New Podcast
In the debut episode of her solo project, The Date My: Podcast, Jessica addressed the elephant in the room: why she left her partnership with Lala. While she refrained from spilling every detail, her words made it clear that the split wasn’t amicable.
“I was not at all expecting to leave,” Jessica shared. “That wasn’t the plan. I thought I’d be at that last job forever.”
Jessica revealed that she had fully committed herself to working with Lala, pouring her energy and professional ambitions into the collaboration.
“I invested my entire professional life into it. I thought this was my life’s work,” she said.
But according to Jessica, the dynamic changed after she voiced concerns about certain aspects of how things were being handled.
“What happened is I said how I felt about the way some things were being handled, and the response I got to that was, in my opinion, not good. Honestly, I was taken aback,” she recalled.
A Heartbreaking Turn of Events
Jessica described her reaction to the fallout as heartbreaking, explaining that the responses she received left her feeling like she had no choice but to leave.
“I was heartbroken at those responses. So, I sort of found myself in a position where I felt like I had no other option than to choose to leave,” she explained.
While Jessica didn’t elaborate on those concerns, she hinted that she might share more details in the future. For now, the specifics remain a mystery, leaving fans to wonder what truly went wrong between the former co-hosts.
What’s Next for Jessica Walter?
Despite the difficult split, Jessica is forging her own path with The Date My: Podcast. While her departure from Lala’s podcast marked the end of one chapter, it’s also the beginning of a new journey. Jessica’s candor about her experiences and her willingness to tease more revelations promise to keep fans hooked as she navigates her solo venture.
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