Selling Sunset Season 8 Exit: Why Heather Rae El Moussa Didn’t Return

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Selling Sunset Season 8 Exit: Why Heather Rae El Moussa Didn’t Return

As a die-hard fan of “Selling Sunset,” I must admit that Heather Rae El Moussa’s absence from Season 8 has left me with a bittersweet feeling, much like eating a delectable dessert without the cherished cherry on top. Her dynamic presence, unparalleled charisma, and undeniable knack for real estate have always been a highlight of the series.

In its eighth season, “Selling Sunset” returns with another round of real estate drama. This reality show focuses on a team of agents at The Oppenheim Group as they navigate high-end clientele. Fans are eager to see what fresh obstacles the agents will face; however, there appears to be one point causing concern – the absence of Heather Rae El Moussa. The reason for her departure and her decision not to rejoin for “Selling Sunset” Season 8 remains a mystery to many viewers.

Here is everything you need to know about Heather Rae El Moussa’s absence from Season 8.

Why did Heather Rae El Moussa not return for Selling Sunset Season 8?

Heather Rae El Moussa openly shared that she wasn’t offered a spot on Selling Sunset Season 8. Instead, she chose not to participate because of the demanding schedule and the mental strain the show imposed on her personal life, making it challenging for her to maintain a healthy balance between her career and private affairs.

On the show since its beginning, El Moussa became a mainstay character. However, due to maternity leave, she transitioned to a recurring role in Season 7, causing some viewers to question her return, as she was not present in the latest season. To clear up any doubts, El Moussa admitted on The Skinny Confidential podcast that the series had become all-consuming and was affecting her work as a real estate agent. In her own words:

In the series ‘Selling Sunset’, I didn’t know when I’d be shooting next, as it was often at the last minute. This show consumed much of my time, making it challenging to focus on my actual job – real estate. It was difficult to juggle anything else too. (via The Redesigned)

Apart from sharing that she didn’t get an invitation back for the series beyond Season 7, Moussa also disclosed that she frequently struggled under the pressure of juggling her work on Selling Sunset with her day-to-day job, often leading to emotional breakdowns.

Will Heather Rae El Moussa be back for Selling Sunset Season 9 and beyond?

No, Heather Rae El Moussa will not returning for the next seasons of Selling Sunset.

At present, Moussa is launching a fresh house-renovation series titled “The Flipping El Moussas” on HGTV. In addition to appearing as a real estate agent, she is also the joint producer of this show alongside her spouse Tarek El Moussa. Recently, in a podcast discussion, she expressed satisfaction about not going back to Selling Sunset, as she enjoys filming her new series with her husband instead. Furthermore, this realtor manages to balance her work and spend quality time with her husband and son Tristan.

Although fans might feel her absence, a fresh face, Alanna Gold, is joining the cast of Selling Sunset. You can catch all the episodes of this show on Netflix.

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2024-09-09 09:40