At the Creator A-List party on October 21, former Selling Sunset star Chrishell Stause made it clear she will not be watching the series’ upcoming season ten. While wishing the cast success, she added that her legal team will be on standby for any potential defamation and warned anyone who tries to tarnish her reputation to expect a lawsuit.
Stause’s public decision on season ten
During the red-carpet interview, Stause said, “I hope they have an amazing season. I’ll have lawyers let me know if there’s defamation, but if you love something, let it go.” The statement underscored a clean break: she has no intention of following the show’s next chapter, even though she spent nine seasons as a central figure.
Backdrop of her departure from the series
Stause first joined Selling Sunset when the series launched and quickly became a fan favourite, eventually rising to main-cast status. In 2022 she publicly came out as queer and began dating nonbinary Australian musician G Flip. Their relationship, highlighted by Stause’s appearance in the “Get Me Outta Here” video, culminated in a May 2023 wedding and annual vow-renewal ceremonies that now split their home life between Los Angeles and Sydney.
The actress’s personal evolution often intersected with on-screen drama. Season seven marked a turning point when she confronted co-star Marie-Lou Nurk for misgendering G Flip, called out stylist-related homophobia involving Amanza Smith, and accused Bre Tiesi of using a trans-phobic slur. Those moments signaled Stause’s growing willingness to set boundaries and call out discrimination within the predominantly straight cast.
The tension intensified during the season-nine reunion. Stause aired a private exchange with her best friend Emma Hernan’s boyfriend Blake Davis, labeling his comments as racist and homophobic. Her questioning of Hernan’s continued relationship with Davis drew criticism from other cast members, who felt the issue had been aired unnecessarily. Shortly after the reunion, Stause confirmed in a November 2025 interview with Bustle that she would not return for future seasons, citing financial independence and deteriorating mental health.
Legal posture after the exit
Even though she will not be watching the show, Stause emphasized that her representation will scrutinize each episode for possible defamation. “Don’t defame me,” she repeated, adding, “I will sue you.” The declaration reflects a broader trend of reality-tv personalities protecting their public image once they step away from the spotlight.
What lies ahead for the former realtor
Since leaving the real-estate franchise, Stause has shifted focus toward behind-the-camera work. She told reporters she is excited about projects that feel authentic, mentioning involvement in concept development and pitching new series. While she declined to reveal specifics, she hinted that announcements are imminent.
Meanwhile, Netflix confirmed the series’ renewal for a tenth season in April of this year, though an official premiere date remains undisclosed. Stause’s parting words—“I want the cast to go on and do their thing—it’s not for me”—suggest she harbors no ill will toward the production, merely a desire to move on to chapters that align more closely with her evolving identity and professional goals.
Fans of the luxury-real-estate drama can expect fresh faces and new storylines, while Stause’s followers will likely watch her next creative ventures unfold from either Los Angeles or Sydney. The overlap of personal advocacy, legal vigilance, and career reinvention makes her departure a noteworthy moment in reality-television history.
