Nicole Young Leaves Selling Sunset After Comments on Chrishell’s Parents
Nicole Young has officially left the Netflix series *Selling Sunset* following controversial comments made about Chrishell Stause’s parents. The drama unfolded during season nine, where a heated argument erupted at a group dinner over various contentious issues.
Conflict Between Nicole Young and Chrishell Stause
The argument between Nicole Young, 39, and Chrishell Stause, 44, sparked when Nicole made unsubstantiated claims regarding Emma Hernan’s alleged affair with a married man. The tension escalated when Stause brought up Nicole’s past accusations of drug use during the dinner.
- Nicole responded with a hurtful comment about Chrishell’s parents, implying a connection to substance abuse.
- Amanza Smith and Emma Hernan were notably vocal, condemning Nicole’s remarks as inappropriate.
- This heated exchange resulted in Nicole being asked to leave the restaurant.
Amanza criticized Nicole’s comments on the grounds of insensitivity, particularly emphasizing that Chrishell’s parents had passed away. Emma labeled Nicole’s remarks as “sick and evil,” highlighting the severity of the situation.
Impact on Production and Filming
The fallout from this incident had significant ramifications for the production of *Selling Sunset*. The Oppenheim brothers, Brett and Jason, ultimately decided to dismiss Nicole from her role due to the fallout from her comments.
To manage the contentious situation, production was temporarily paused. Nicole explained her perspective in a statement, asserting that she had not been fired but was instead taking a break to shield herself from further conflict on set. She expressed uncertainty about her future involvement with the show.
Nicole’s Perspective and Future
While reflecting on her experience, Nicole conveyed that *Selling Sunset* had provided her with valuable opportunities. However, she reiterated that reality television does not define her identity. “I have a big, beautiful life outside of the show,” she noted.
As the season continues to unfold, Nicole is eager to see how viewers will react to the recent developments. She hinted at surprises in the reunion episode, suggesting that audience favorites might shift as the storyline progresses.
Viewership and Audience Expectations
With *Selling Sunset* continuing to gain popularity since its debut in 2019, fans can anticipate an eventful season. Chrishell previously described the show as explosive, promising satisfying resolutions to ongoing storylines.
*Selling Sunset* is currently available for streaming on Netflix, allowing audiences to catch up on the latest drama.
