Chrishell Stause Shares Life Update After Selling Sunset Departure

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Chrishell Stause is enjoying life after riding into the sunset.

Four months after leaving the reality show Selling Sunset due to drama on the ninth season, the star revealed what she’s been up to next, along with her partner, G Flip.

Chrishell shared with TopMob News at the 2026 GLAAD Media Awards in Beverly Hills on March 5th that she had just returned from Australia. She had been there to support her partner, who is currently on tour.

The 44-year-old, who married singer August Alsina in 2023, also shared that she’s excited about some upcoming projects.

She said with a playful tone, “I’m here to get a bit of work done.” She explained she was working on a secret project that she couldn’t discuss, but promised it would be worthwhile.

Even though Chrishell left the Netflix show, citing her mental wellbeing as the reason, she expressed gratitude for having been a cast member.

She admitted it was hard, but she focuses on all the good things that happened, rather than dwelling on the disappointing ending. It wasn’t how she hoped things would finish, but she’s trying to stay positive.

Chrishell, who revealed her relationship with G-Flip (born Georgia Claire Flipo) on the show’s season five reunion in 2022, celebrated the show’s nomination for Outstanding Reality Program at the 37th annual awards ceremony sponsored by Hyundai Motor America. (However, Bravo’s Southern Hospitality actually won the award.)

She explained that even when conversations are frustrating, they still matter because others are paying attention.

Chrishell previously announced she was leaving after nine seasons, and mentioned the strained relationship with her costar, Emma Hernan, as one of the reasons. The issue stemmed from Emma’s relationship with Blake Davis, which caused conflict between them.

Chrishell told Bustle in November that people often see her as just a pushy friend when it comes to her relationship with Emma. She also claimed Blake used hurtful language towards non-binary individuals. Chrishell felt the show left out important details that would have supported her point of view, but Blake denied these claims to The Daily Mail.

Nonetheless, she will always have love for her former co-stars, even from a distance.

She said she wishes them well if they continue with the show. While she might not watch future seasons, she holds no negative feelings towards it.

The 37th Annual GLAAD Media Awards will stream exclusively on Hulu March 21st.

Chrishell’s unexpected departure isn’t unique – many other popular TV stars have also left their shows in surprising ways. Here’s a look at some of them.

-Reporting by Daryn Carp

Jenna Lyons has confirmed she won’t be participating in the next season of The Real Housewives of New York City.

The rumors are true,” Jenna Lyons, the former Creative Director of J. Crew, announced on Instagram on November 21st. She explained that she was asked to join season 16 of The Real Housewives of New York City as a “friend of” the cast, and they agreed this was a good fit since she wasn’t comfortable sharing much of her personal life on camera.

The fashion icon, who started on the Bravo show in 2022 for its fourteenth season, said she eventually decided she didn’t want to be just a supporting player.

After careful consideration, I’ve decided not to return to the show,” she said. “I’d be the oldest and only openly gay woman there, and I think it’s a chance for something fresh to happen.

In 2025, Mehcad Brooks surprised viewers by announcing his departure from the NBC crime series before its 25th season.

Brooks, who joined the show in 2022, portrayed Detective Jalen Shaw for three seasons.

After nine seasons, the A-list realtor is done selling mega-mansions on the Netflix reality show.

In November, Chrishell shared on social media that she no longer needs the show for income. She explained that she’s fortunate to have other jobs and that continuing with the show was negatively affecting her mental well-being.

Jax Taylor has stated he won’t be participating in season three of The Valley. This decision comes after fans expressed concerns about his actions during the previous season.

In July 2025, the Bravo star, currently going through a difficult divorce with Brittany Cartwright, explained that he needs to prioritize getting sober, improving his mental health, and being a good coparent. He believes taking this time to focus on himself is essential, particularly for the sake of his son, Cruz.

Several cast members from Saturday Night Live recently announced they won’t be back for the show’s 51st season, with the news coming within just a few days of each other.

Longfellow and Walker each spent three seasons on SNL while Wakim exited after just one season.

Following the departures of Longfellow, Walker, and Wakim from Saturday Night Live, Gardner and Nwodim, both popular cast members, also announced they wouldn’t be back for the show’s 51st season. Gardner had been with the show for eight seasons, and Nwodim for seven.

Sofia Mattsson finished her role on the long-running soap opera in the summer of 2025, after seven years as Sasha Gilmore. Her character moved to Paris as part of the storyline.

I was so surprised to hear that Tracy Ifeachor, who was amazing in The Pitt, decided not to return for another season of the show after its fantastic first season on HBO Max. It was a real shock, as she really made the medical drama take off!

The actress shared on Instagram on July 10th how honored she was to play Dr. Heather Collins in what she called a truly special season of the show. She also thanked viewers for watching, supporting the first season, and sharing their personal stories with her.

Even though fans likely expected Joel Miller, played by Pedro Pascal, to die – his fate in April 2025 closely mirrored the events of The Last of Us Part II, the video game the second season of The Last of Us is based on – the sudden and violent way his character died still came as a shock.

Pascal, known for dying in roles on shows like Game of Thrones and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, wasn’t surprised by his character’s fate. He jokingly told Entertainment Weekly that he’s used to it – “I like to die!”

Following what he called a “wild adventure,” Peter Krause finished his run as Bobby Nash, the fire captain on the drama 9-1-1, in an episode airing April 2025.

According to a statement to the Hollywood Reporter, the character Bobby Nash was intentionally created to make a powerful sacrifice, reflecting the bravery of real-life first responders. Creator Dick Wolf wanted his storyline to pay tribute to those who risk their lives to save others.

The decision to kill off a popular, yet troubled, firefighter was definitely controversial, showrunner Tim Minear told Variety. He explained that after eight seasons, it was necessary for the show to have real consequences in future storylines, and that meant someone had to die.

Summer just got a little less fun.

In June 2025, Paige DeSorbo revealed she was leaving the Bravo series after being on the show for seven seasons.

After sharing seven summers with you all, I’m so thankful for the memories, the support, and everything this journey has given me,” the Giggly Squad podcast host posted on Instagram. “But it’s time to move on to new things, just like with any good story – or even a few mistakes along the way!”

The popular Netflix show won’t have the French actress in its fifth season, which is set to come out in April 2025. She has confirmed she won’t be returning.

In an Instagram post on April 23rd, the actress announced she’s leaving Emily in Paris. She shared photos with her former co-stars and described her time on the show as a fantastic experience full of growth, creativity, and cherished memories.

Before the third season of The Sex Lives of College Girls begins, Reneé Rapp has announced she’s leaving the show.

She shared on social media in July 2023 that the show College Girls brought her to Los Angeles and connected her with many of her closest friends. She added that after two and a half years, it’s also given her a wonderful community of fans like you.

Mindy Kaling, a co-creator of the show, also confirmed that Reneé Rapp is leaving. She shared on Instagram that they’re sad to see Leighton Murray go, but excited to support Rapp’s upcoming music tour and wish her well.

Following over a year of speculation, Kevin Costner confirmed in June 2024 that he won’t be returning for the final season of the popular Paramount drama after leaving during its fourth and a half season.

In February 2023, Ellen Pompeo finished her run as Meredith Grey on the ABC drama after playing the role for 19 years.

Pompeo admitted on The Drew Barrymore Show in December 2022 that she needed a change. Despite already returning for a guest spot in May and continuing to narrate the show, she felt like she needed something new to challenge herself. She explained, ‘I’m 53, and my brain feels a little scrambled. You can’t keep doing the same thing, like The New York Times crossword, every day.’

But she’s not gone for good. Pompeo still pops in and out of Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital.

Henry Cavill, known for playing Superman and starring in Batman vs. Superman, has announced he’s leaving the Netflix series The Witcher after its third season. Liam Hemsworth will take over the role of Geralt starting with season four and likely continuing in future seasons.

In an October 2022 Instagram post, Henry Cavill announced that his time playing Geralt of Rivia was coming to an end. He stated he wouldn’t be returning for Season 4, saying he would be stepping away from the character and his iconic weapons and medallion.

Jesse Lee Soffer, an original cast member, left the show in 2022 after playing Detective Jay Halstead for 10 seasons.

Everyone involved with the show has poured their heart and soul into making each episode, and it’s been a rewarding experience,” said Jesse Soffer after his last episode aired on October 5th. “I’m incredibly proud of my work as Detective Jay Halstead.

After five seasons, Damian Lewis departed Showtime’s Billions in Oct. 2021.

In August 2021, Emily VanCamp left the TV show The Resident on Fox, meaning she would no longer be playing her role as a doctor.

Madeleine Mantock, who played Macy on the CW’s Charmed reboot, decided to leave the show after three seasons. She announced her departure in 2021, calling the role a great honor and expressing her appreciation for the show’s producers, writers, cast, and crew. She said she truly enjoyed working with everyone.

Elizabeth Keen will never learn the truth about Raymond Reddington. Megan Boone, the actress who played her on NBC’s The Blacklist, decided to leave the show after eight seasons, and her character was killed off before she could read a crucial letter revealing everything. Boone described her time on the show as “a dream” in a 2021 Instagram post, marking the end of Liz’s storyline.

The second season of Bridgerton didn’t include Rege-Jean Page, who became a fan favorite in the first season of the popular Netflix drama. Fans were disappointed when it was announced in 2021 that he wouldn’t be returning.

He told Vanity Fair that he simply did the work he’d agreed to, and then took on additional assignments. “That’s all there is to it,” he said. “I wish there was a more exciting story behind it.”

Ruby Rose first appeared as Batwoman (Kate Kane) in a 2018 crossover event and then led the CW’s Batwoman series for one season, becoming the first openly lesbian superhero to star in her own show. She announced her departure from the series just two days after the season one finale in 2020. In season two, Javicia Leslie took over the role, playing a new character named Ryan Wilder who would become the new Batwoman.

Later on in season two, Kate got a bit of a face swap and returned played by Wallis Day.

America Ferrera left the show Superstore after its fifth season in 2020, which meant Cloud 9 lost its manager and the series lost a main character. Although she made a brief appearance in the first two episodes of season six due to the pandemic, she ultimately returned for the show’s final episode to give her character, Amy, and Jonah (Ben Feldman) a satisfying conclusion to their story.

In the last episode of season four of the Syfy show The Magicians, Jason Ralph’s character, Quentin, successfully rescued Eliot (played by Hale Appleman), but died in the process. Although the show often features characters dying – it is called The Magicians – Ralph didn’t reprise his role in the show’s fifth and final season.

Ahead of the final season, Arrow‘s Emily Bett Rickards announced her exit in a poem of sorts.

Oh my gosh, she actually said it! It’s Felicity and me against the world, you guys, we’re totally inseparable. But… she just posted that after seasons one through seven, we’ll have to say goodbye. Goodbye! I can’t even process this. It’s like she’s saying it’s the end of us. I’m devastated!

She did, however, return for a guest appearance in the show’s 2020 series finale.

Lauren Cohan initially left The Walking Dead in 2018 after difficult contract talks. While she appeared in a few episodes of season nine, her character, Maggie Greene, disappeared after a time jump of six years. The show’s producers wanted her to come back, and they were able to when her short-lived TV series Whiskey Cavalier was canceled. Cohan returned to The Walking Dead in the sixteenth episode of season ten, which aired in October 2020.

Following Danai Gurira’s co-star Cohan and Andrew Lincoln’s departures from the show, Gurira also finished her run. She first appeared as the skilled swordswoman Michonne in season three and her final episode aired in March 2020, marking the end of her time on the AMC series.

I was so thrilled when Nicollette Sheridan joined the cast as Alexis Carrington – she absolutely was Alexis! She made a big impact right away, appearing in season one and becoming a series regular in season two. It was really sad to hear she decided to leave before season three, but she explained she needed to be with her mother who wasn’t well, and I completely understood. Family always comes first, and I admired her for prioritizing that.

George Eads left the CBS show in 2019, during the third season. He stated he wanted to focus on spending more time with his family.

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