Longtime followers of Bravo's The Valley recently noticed that Jared Lipscomb, who some may recall from early episodes of Vanderpump Rules, has returned to the friend group's spotlight. Now 37, Jared has a complicated past that includes public battles with leukemia, reality TV cameos, and a reappearance that has people wondering just who he is.
As a close friend of Brittany Cartwright and Kristen Doute, Jared initially rose to fame as a cosmetics artist. He bravely told the Bravo community about his life-threatening medical crisis in 2016, which included a stem-cell transplant after receiving a diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia. He celebrated being cancer-free for five years as of March 2025, a milestone he shared on social media while making a joke about "having no hips left to replace."
These days, Jared's captivating personality goes beyond drama and fitness. He uses Instagram under the handle @jaredlips to showcase his passions, balancing glam looks, makeup artistry, and honest life updates. Along with Janet and Jason Caperna, he co-hosts the podcast This Side of the Hill, which gives listeners a new look into the tenacious life of The Valley insider.
Jared Lipscomb makes waves on The Valley — From Vanderpump nostalgia to new drama
Jared Lipscomb is more than simply a well-known figure; he serves as a conduit between The Vanderpump Rules era and the new Bravo dynamics in The Valley through reality television. His return to the screen in Season 2 thrilled fans, and he is now demonstrating that past relationships can bring back memories as well as stress.
Reignite the past — Drama over Zack’s comment
When Jared returned to The Valley on June 3, Janet said Zack had made negative comments about him, which caused a stir. Although the precise words were not captured on camera, Zack acknowledged that in a fit of rage, he told Jared that he could "go f*ck himself," starting a new argument among the group members. Instead of being a passive cameo, Jared has evolved into a focal point for fresh arguments, as mentioned in the episode breakdown.
Jared's steadfast devotion to Janet is what intensifies the conflict. He stood up for her on The Bravo Investigator Podcast, revealing conflicts between her and other cast members, particularly Kristen and Jax, who had previously questioned Janet's motivations within the group. Jared is less of a passive character and more of a catalyst as a result of his affiliations, which exacerbate cast divisions.
From makeup artistry to podcast personality
Jared was well-known in The Vanderpump Rules circles as Brittany Cartwright and Kristen Doute's go-to makeup artist long before his Bravo return. He was publicly diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in 2020 and received a life-saving stem-cell transplant; as of March 2025, he has been cancer-free for five years.
Since then, he has increased his visibility in the podcasting industry by co-hosting This Side of the Hill on Spotify with Janet and Jason Caperna, where he continues to be a prominent voice on Bravo-related news and Valley life.
The Valley Season 2 is becoming more complex due to Jared's dual identities as an insider and a disruptor. His history with the ensemble lends realism, and the most recent drama demonstrates that his contribution will not go ignored. Jared's participation is evidence that this Bravo circle is still shaped by long-standing friendships and rivalries, whether it is through resolving unsolved issues or just arousing nostalgia.
Watch The Valley Season 2 on BravoTV.