The Oppenheim Group drama spilled off-screen in a big way as Bre Tiesi hosted an unofficial launch party for Selling Sunset Season 9, intentionally leaving out two major cast members: Chrishell Stause and Chelsea Lazkani.
TL;DR: The Lowdown on the Latest Selling Sunset Drama
- Bre Tiesi threw an unofficial Selling Sunset Season 9 launch party on Wednesday, October 29th, in Beverly Hills.
- Chrishell Stause and Chelsea Lazkani were reportedly not invited due to "brewing drama" with Bre, Emma Hernan, and Mary Bonnet.
- Both Chrishell and Chelsea's reps stated they wouldn't have attended anyway, with Chrishell busy in New York City promoting the show.
Alright, Selling Sunset fans, you know the drill: drama, luxury listings, and fabulous outfits. But this week, the real estate agents served up a fresh batch of off-screen drama when a launch party for Season 9 went down without two of its biggest stars. While Selling Sunset Season 9 just hit Netflix, the streaming giant didn't host an official premiere event.
So, what's a cast to do? According to multiple reports, fellow Oppenheim Group agent Bre Tiesi took matters into her own hands and organized a glitzy event at Gravitas in Beverly Hills on Wednesday, October 29th, the same day the new season dropped. Many of the usual suspects were there, including Bre herself, Emma Hernan, Mary Bonnet, Amanza Smith, and even newcomer Sandra Vergara. Former cast member Heather Rae El Moussa also made a brief cameo.
However, eagle-eyed fans quickly noticed two prominent faces missing from all the Instagram stories and red carpet snaps: Chrishell Stause and Chelsea Lazkani. And nope, it wasn't just a scheduling mix-up.
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The Intentional Exclusion: Too Much Drama for One Party?
Sources close to the event told TMZ that Chrishell and Chelsea were deliberately left off the guest list. The reason? Apparently, Bre and the other organizers wanted to "highlight a great season" and keep things strictly "positive." This meant no "bad popping off" or making anyone "uncomfortable or unhappy." And if you've been watching Season 9, you know that’s a tall order given the current cast dynamics.
The exclusion reportedly stems from ongoing "drama brewing" between Chrishell and Chelsea and other key cast members, specifically Bre, Emma Hernan, and Mary Bonnet. It seems the behind-the-scenes tensions were just too high to risk a full cast gathering.
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Digging Deeper into the Oppenheim Group's Fractured Friendships
Let's break down some of the bad blood that likely led to this exclusive guest list:
- Chelsea vs. Bre: These two have been at odds since Season 6 (back in 2023!), starting with Chelsea's criticisms of Bre's open relationship with Nick Cannon. Things only escalated when Bre brought up rumors about Chelsea's husband. That's a deep-seated feud right there!
- Chelsea vs. Mary: Season 9 shows a strained relationship here. Mary felt Chelsea's attempt to send flowers after a personal incident was "staged" by production. Mary has also hinted that there's "a lot that was not on camera" that would explain her strong reactions.
- Chrishell vs. Emma: While not as intensely highlighted in the party snub context, the articles mention that Chrishell and Emma's friendship has been "on the rocks," with some "historic beef" regarding Emma's boyfriend.
Chrishell's Take on Mary's "Dangerous Rhetoric"
"I was there for all the on camera and off camera moments. You were never in danger girl. Alluding that you ever were regarding Chelsea is really dangerous rhetoric. Do BETTER."
— Chrishell Stause, via Instagram Story (October 30)
Mary Bonnet, for her part, clarified in an interview with Us Weekly that her emotional reaction to possibly encountering Chelsea wasn't just about seeing her name. She claimed there were "things from after the dinner that happened that I didn’t want to put myself in a situation where I’m in danger." Chrishell, however, quickly fired back on Instagram, calling Mary's "danger" claims "dangerous rhetoric" and urging her to "Do BETTER." Yikes!
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The Other Side of the Story: "We Didn't Even Know!"
While the snub was undeniably intentional from the organizers' side, Chrishell and Chelsea's camps have offered their own explanations. Sources close to both women reported that they "didn't even know about Wednesday's party."
Furthermore, Chrishell's representatives confirmed she wouldn't have attended even if invited because she was in New York City fulfilling promotional duties for Selling Sunset Season 9, including an appearance on Andy Cohen’s Watch What Happens Live. As one source put it, there was "zero chance" she would have gone.
Another interesting tidbit: Nicole Young also didn't attend the party, but her absence was purely due to a scheduling conflict. She was invited, unlike Chrishell and Chelsea. This highlights the intentionality of the exclusions even more.
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What This Means for Selling Sunset Fans and Future Seasons
This off-screen drama isn't just a petty squabble; it highlights the deep divisions within The Oppenheim Group's cast. Fans are already reacting strongly online, with many criticizing the move as unprofessional and letting personal conflicts overshadow a professional celebration.
What does this mean for the show's future? For a series built on the blend of luxury real estate and interpersonal dynamics, these real-world rifts are going to translate directly to the screen. The tension is palpable, and it’s safe to say this party snub will be a major talking point.
Expect Chrishell and Chelsea to address their exclusion, likely during the upcoming Selling Sunset Season 9 reunion, which airs on Wednesday, November 5th. Until then, you can catch all the on-screen conflicts by binging Season 9 on Netflix now!
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Frequently Asked Questions About Selling Sunset Season 9
Sources
- TMZ
- The Tab
- Us Weekly
- Just Jared
- Red94
- Media Take Out