Whatever happened to the sun-kissed teens of Laguna Beach? Two decades after MTV first transported viewers to the idyllic shores of Orange County, the cast members of Laguna Beach reality series have embarked on wildly different paths, leaving behind the sun-drenched drama of high school for new adventures and careers.
For those who spent their afternoons glued to the screen, captivated by the love triangles, betrayals, and enviable lifestyles of the Laguna Beach High students, the question remains: where are they now? The series, which originally aired from September 28, 2004, to November 15, 2006, spanned three seasons and offered a glimpse into the lives of privileged teenagers navigating the complexities of adolescence. From fashion shows and fast cars to yachts and beach parties, their world seemed like a perpetual vacation, but beneath the surface lay a tangled web of relationships and rivalries that kept viewers hooked. As the cast of Laguna Beach just celebrated 20 years since they graduated high school! the real orange county got back together! on saturday, nov, with lauren lc conrad, stephen colletti, dieter schmitz and more of the hit mtv shows stars gathered. The original cast of 'laguna beach' reunited 16 years after the premiere of the hit mtv reality show.
Cast Member | Known For | Where Are They Now? | Reference |
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Lauren Conrad ("LC") | The level-headed narrator and the girl next door caught in a love triangle. | Following Laguna Beach, Lauren starred in "The Hills," chronicling her life in Los Angeles as she pursued a career in fashion. She has since become a successful businesswoman, author, and designer. Lauren left laguna beach to star in the hills, another reality show that followed lc as she went to college and entered the world of fashion. She left the show in 2010, and began publishing the l.a. candy series, which is based on her experiences in reality tv. | LaurenConrad.com |
Kristin Cavallari | The confident and often confrontational "villain" of the series. | Kristin has remained in the public eye, appearing on various reality shows, including her own series, "Very Cavallari." She is also a successful entrepreneur, with a focus on jewelry and lifestyle products. It's been 20 years since laguna beach premiered and we saw kristin cavallari and lauren conrad battle it out over stephen colletti. | KristinCavallari.com |
Stephen Colletti | The object of affection for both Lauren and Kristin, Stephen was the quintessential high school heartthrob. | Since laguna beach, stephen colletti has carved out a respectable career as an actor.after appearing on the hills and holding down a brief stint as an mtv veejay, colletti was cast as the virginal chase adams on one tree hill, a role that evolved from a recurring guest spot into a main character. And when it comes to his personal life, the star debuted his relationship with nascar reporter alex weaver towards the end of last year. | IMDB Profile |
Lo Bosworth | Lauren's loyal best friend and confidante. | Lo has transitioned into the wellness space, founding a company focused on feminine health and providing resources for women. | LoveWellness.com |
Trey Phillips | One of the more artistic and thoughtful members of the group. | Trey pursued a career in fashion and design, working for reputable companies in New York City. | LinkedIn Profile |
Talan Torriero | Known for his partying ways and on-again, off-again relationship with Jessica Smith. | Talan has largely stayed out of the spotlight, though he has made occasional appearances on reality TV shows. When laguna beach began filming, talan admitted that the cast had no idea what to expect, with the response to the show being much larger than we, and honestly, mtv anticipated at the time. | Instagram Profile |
Dieter Schmitz | Worked at the Montage Resort in Laguna Beach during the show and was known as a friend to both the guys and the girls. | Dieter has remained in the hospitality industry and is currently the General Manager at the Wienerschnitzel in Los Angeles. | LinkedIn Profile |
Morgan Olsen (Smith) | One of the more mature and grounded members of the group, often offering advice to her friends. | Morgan has since married and has children. She has remained relatively private but occasionally shares updates on social media. | Instagram Profile |
Christina Schuller Sinclair | Known for her musical talent and aspirations. | Christina pursued a music career and has released several songs. She also works as a fitness instructor. | ChristinaSchuller.com |
Jessica Smith Cabanillas | Had an on-again, off-again relationship with Talan Torriero and was known for her bubbly personality. | Jessica married and has a family. She appears to be focusing on raising her children. | Instagram Profile |
Casey Reinhardt Beau Brown | Joined the cast in Season 2 and was known for her sweet demeanor and friendship with the girls. | Casey has built a successful career in the food industry, founding and running a chain of cupcake bakeries called Casey's Cupcakes. | CaseysCupcake.com |
Taylor Cole Howard | Joined the cast in Season 2 and quickly became known for her wild side and party-girl persona. | Taylor has since married and has children. She is a stay-at-home mom but occasionally takes on modeling gigs. | Instagram Profile |
Alex Murrel Johnson | Known for her independent spirit and bohemian style. | Alex has pursued a career in the beauty industry and works as a makeup artist and stylist. | Instagram Profile |
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