History of Lisa Vanderpump in Timeline

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Lisa Vanderpump

Lisa Vanderpump is a British-American restaurateur, businesswoman, television personality, and producer. She gained prominence on "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" (2010-2019). Alongside her husband Ken Todd, Vanderpump owns several restaurants and bars. Her restaurant SUR in West Hollywood is the focal point of the Bravo reality television series, "Vanderpump Rules" (2013-present), where she appears as a cast member and executive producer.


September 1960: Lisa Vanderpump's Birth

On September 15, 1960, Lisa Jane Vanderpump was born in Dulwich, London, the younger of two children to John Vanderpump and his wife, Jean.

1973: Film Debut in A Touch of Class

In 1973, at the age of 13, Lisa Vanderpump made her uncredited film debut as an extra in the romantic comedy "A Touch of Class", playing Julia Allessio.

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1974: Television Debut in John Halifax, Gentleman

In 1974, at the age of 14, Lisa Vanderpump made her television debut with the role of Ursula Marsh in "John Halifax, Gentleman" during its premier episode.

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1978: Credited Film Debut in Killer's Moon

In 1978, Lisa Vanderpump had her credited film debut as Anne in the horror movie "Killer's Moon".

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May 1982: Met Ken Todd

In May 1982, Lisa Vanderpump met her husband, Ken Todd, at his bar, Cork's Wine Bar in Kensington, London.

August 1982: Wedding to Ken Todd

On August 28, 1982, Lisa Vanderpump and Ken Todd wed at a United Reformed Church.

May 2005: Co-ownership of SUR Restaurant & Lounge

In May 2005, Lisa Vanderpump and her husband partnered with Guillermo Zapata and Nathalie Pouille Zapata to become co-owners of SUR Restaurant & Lounge in West Hollywood, California.

August 2009: Opening of Villa Blanca restaurant

In August 2009, Lisa Vanderpump opened Villa Blanca, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant.

October 2010: Debut on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills

On October 14, 2010, Lisa Vanderpump debuted on Bravo's reality television series "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills", becoming an original main cast member.

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2010: Starred in The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills

In 2010, Lisa Vanderpump began starring as a main cast member on "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills".

2011: Sold Beverly Park home

In 2011, Lisa Vanderpump sold her Beverly Park home for US$18.8 million and bought Villa Rosa in the Beverly Crest neighbourhood for US$12 million.

November 2012: Launched Very Vanderpump lifestyle blog

In November 2012, Lisa Vanderpump launched Very Vanderpump, a lifestyle blog.

January 2013: Premiere of Vanderpump Rules

Since January 7, 2013, Lisa Vanderpump has been a cast member and executive producer on "Vanderpump Rules", a spin-off of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills".

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March 2013: Received Key to the City of Beverly Hills

In March 2013, Lisa Vanderpump received the Key to the City of Beverly Hills and was honored with 'Lisa Vanderpump Day' on March 1, in recognition of her charitable work.

March 2013: Dancing with the Stars Debut

On March 18, 2013, Lisa Vanderpump debuted on the 16th season of "Dancing with the Stars", partnered with Gleb Savchenko.

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2013: Vanderpump Rules premiere

In 2013, Lisa Vanderpump became a cast member and executive producer on "Vanderpump Rules", a spin-off of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills".

2013: Launched Vanderpump Vodka

In 2013, Lisa Vanderpump launched Vanderpump Vodka, her first alcoholic beverage.

February 2014: Launched LVP Sangria

In February 2014, Lisa Vanderpump launched LVP Sangria, her second alcoholic beverage, which was later rebranded to Vanderpump Sangria.

May 2014: Opening of Pump Restaurant & Lounge

In May 2014, Lisa Vanderpump opened Pump Restaurant & Lounge, her second restaurant in West Hollywood.

July 2014: Honoured with a Golden Palm Star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars

In July 2014, Lisa Vanderpump was honoured with a Golden Palm Star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars.

November 2014: Launched Vanderpump Beverly Hills homewares line

In November 2014, Lisa Vanderpump released Vanderpump Beverly Hills by Pop Culture Promotions, a line of homewares.

2014: Appeared in Lady Gaga's G.U.Y. music video

In 2014, Lisa Vanderpump appeared in Lady Gaga's music video for the song "G.U.Y.".

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August 2015: Received Ally Leadership Award

In August 2015, Lisa Vanderpump was a recipient of the Ally Leadership Award from Equality California, an LGBT rights organisation.

October 2015: Organized protest march against Yulin Dog Meat Festival

In October 2015, Lisa Vanderpump organized a peaceful protest march against the Yulin Dog Meat Festival, starting a movement to end dog abuse worldwide.

2016: Launched The Vanderpump Dog Foundation online

In 2016, Lisa Vanderpump launched The Vanderpump Dog Foundation online.

March 2017: Named editor-in-chief of Beverly Hills Lifestyle Magazine

In March 2017, Lisa Vanderpump was named editor-in-chief of Beverly Hills Lifestyle Magazine.

March 2017: Opened the Vanderpump Dogs rescue center in Los Angeles

On March 1, 2017, Lisa Vanderpump opened the Vanderpump Dogs rescue center in Los Angeles.

April 2017: Launched Vanderpump Rosé

In April 2017, Lisa Vanderpump launched Vanderpump Rosé, her first wine.

March 2018: Produced The Road To Yulin… And Beyond documentary

In March 2018, Lisa Vanderpump produced a documentary, "The Road To Yulin… And Beyond", to raise awareness about the Yulin Dog Meat Festival.

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July 2018: Opening of Tom Tom restaurant

In July 2018, Lisa Vanderpump and her husband partnered with Tom Sandoval and Tom Schwartz to open Tom Tom, her fourth restaurant, in West Hollywood.

October 2018: Left position as editor-in-chief of Beverly Hills Lifestyle Magazine

In October 2018, Lisa Vanderpump left her position as editor-in-chief of Beverly Hills Lifestyle Magazine.

February 2019: Tom Tom named Best Bar in Southern California

In February 2019, Lisa Vanderpump's restaurant, Tom Tom, was named Best Bar in Southern California by Los Angeles Travel Magazine.

March 2019: Opened Vanderpump Cocktail Garden in Las Vegas

In March 2019, Lisa Vanderpump opened Vanderpump Cocktail Garden, her first Las Vegas venue, located in Caesars Palace.

June 2019: Departure from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills

On June 3, 2019, Lisa Vanderpump announced her departure from "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" after nine seasons following "Puppygate" controversy.

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July 2019: Launched Vanderpump Alain home collections line

In July 2019, Lisa Vanderpump partnered with Nick Alain to launch Vanderpump Alain, a home collections line.

2019: Departure from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills

In 2019, Lisa Vanderpump departed from "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" after nine seasons.

April 2020: Launched Vanderpump Wines

In April 2020, Lisa Vanderpump launched Vanderpump Wines.

July 2020: Closure of Villa Blanca

In July 2020, Villa Blanca closed during the COVID-19 pandemic.

March 2021: Hosting Overserved with Lisa Vanderpump

In March 2021, Lisa Vanderpump began hosting "Overserved with Lisa Vanderpump" on E!. Also in March 2021, she featured as a judge on ABC's "Pooch Perfect".

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June 2021: Featured in Vanderpump Dogs

In June 2021, Lisa Vanderpump was featured in Peacock's "Vanderpump Dogs", a spin-off from "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills".

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2021: Produced Overserved with Lisa Vanderpump and Vanderpump Dogs

In 2021, Lisa Vanderpump executive produced two television projects: "Overserved with Lisa Vanderpump" on E! and "Vanderpump Dogs" on Peacock.

April 2022: Opened Vanderpump à Paris in Las Vegas

In April 2022, Lisa Vanderpump opened Vanderpump à Paris, her second Las Vegas venue, located in the Paris Las Vegas casino hotel.

February 2023: Fundraising success through Cameo for Vanderpump Dogs

As of February 2023, Lisa Vanderpump raised US$383,511.14 through Cameo for her Vanderpump Dogs foundation.

July 2023: Closure of Pump Restaurant & Lounge

In July 2023, Lisa Vanderpump closed Pump Restaurant & Lounge.

April 2024: Main Cast Member on Vanderpump Villa

In April 2024, Lisa Vanderpump became a main cast member and executive producer on Hulu's "Vanderpump Villa".

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April 2024: Launched Wolf by Vanderpump at Harvey's Lake Tahoe

In April 2024, Lisa Vanderpump launched Wolf by Vanderpump, her third Nevada venture, located at Harvey's Lake Tahoe.

December 2024: Opened Pinky's at the Flamingo

On December 6, 2024, Lisa Vanderpump opened her third Las Vegas restaurant, Pinky's at the Flamingo.

2024: Produced Vanderpump Villa

In 2024, Lisa Vanderpump executive produced "Vanderpump Villa" on Hulu.

2025: Partnered with Caesars Entertainment

In 2025, Lisa Vanderpump partnered with Caesars Entertainment.

2026: Opening of Vanderpump Hotel

In 2026, The Cromwell on the Las Vegas Strip, renovated in partnership with Caesars Entertainment, is set to become the first Vanderpump Hotel.