Danny Booko and Nia Sanchez, two original cast members of the Bravo series "The Valley," have announced their departure from the show after three seasons. The couple shared a joint statement on Instagram Tuesday, stating their decision to leave was driven by a desire to protect their peace and family.
"We wanted to share a quick update that we will not be returning to The Valley," the statement read. "We’re incredibly grateful for this experience but our priority is protecting our peace and our family. We are fully committed to each other and our beautiful children. We want to thank everyone for all the love and support you’ve shown us."
Booko and Sanchez have been part of the "Vanderpump Rules" spinoff since its debut in 2024. Their storylines on the show frequently centered on their lives as parents to their four young children: Asher, 4, twins Isabelle and Zariah, 3, and Adelaide, 1.
Sanchez, 36, has openly discussed navigating postpartum challenges and balancing family responsibilities with her career. Booko, 42, faced scrutiny in recent seasons for alleged excessive drinking and inappropriate behavior, which led to conflicts with co-stars. Following an episode in May, Booko issued an apology on Instagram Stories to Sanchez, acknowledging his past conduct and attributing it to stress, alcohol, and lack of sleep.
"Watching these last few episodes back hasn't been easy," Booko wrote at the time. "It was a difficult season of life and a version of myself that I'm embarrassed by and not proud of." He added, "I should never have taken any of it out on you. Balancing parenthood and life can stretch you in ways you don't fully realize until you see yourself through a different lens. I love, honor, and respect you deeply, and I did not show that in some of these moments."
The couple expressed their gratitude to Bravo and the show's audience, looking forward to their next chapter. Reactions to their announcement on social media showed support from fans who commended their decision to step away from the show, with some citing the program's intense drama and toxicity as reasons for their own viewership decline.
"Honestly I think its best, I stopped watching this season because I couldn’t stand the nitpicking and the toxicity," one user commented. "Do what's best for your family and protect your peace."