Turns out, TV viewers spied a young Lisa Vanderpump long before she became one of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills or the boss on Vanderpump Rules. After attending drama school as a child, Lisa cultivated a decades-long acting career at home in the United Kingdom and later in the United States. Her early experiences in the entertainment industry laid a strong foundation for her future endeavors in reality television and business.
In the UK, for example, she starred in films like rom-com A Touch of Class, slasher pic Killer's Moon, and comedy The Wildcats of St Trinian's. Stateside, she appeared in the Jim Belushi film Separate Lives and guest starred on the TV shows Silk Stalkings and Baywatch Nights. Lisa also graced a number of music videos over the years, including "Poison Arrow" and "Mantrap" by new wave band ABC. In the former video, she plays a character being wooed by three different incarnations of lead singer Martin Fry. More recently, she popped up in Lady Gaga's "G.U.Y." music video alongside the other RHOBH gals.
But Lisa didn't just segue from scripted TV to unscripted TV straightaway — she had a whole other career in between! According to her Bravo biography, Lisa lived in Monte Carlo and the South of France before moving to California. During those years in Europe, she spent her days designing homes and yachts. She also designed all 26 of the bars and restaurants she has opened with husband Ken Todd — including, of course, Vanderpump Rules locale PUMP.
That's not all that keeps Lisa busy, though. She has also supported philanthropic efforts, developed multiple product lines, published a hospitality how-to book, launched an emoji app, and become editor-in-chief of Beverly Hills Lifestyle Magazine. Amid that busy career, Lisa somehow found time to raise daughter Pandora and son Max, along with what’s practically a zoo of pets. The 57-year-old's life sounds exhausting to us, but apparently, it’s all play for her. “My motto in life is, find something that you love to do and then you won’t have to work a day in your life,” she says on her website. Who knows what she'll get up to next!
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Lisa Vanderpump |
| Birthdate | September 15, 1960 |
| Nationality | British |
| Known For | Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Vanderpump Rules |
| Career | Actress, Restaurateur, Philanthropist |
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Biography
Lisa Vanderpump is a British television personality, actress, and businesswoman. She is best known for her appearances on the reality television series The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and the spin-off Vanderpump Rules. Born on September 15, 1960, in London, England, she has spent much of her adult life in the United States.
Acting Career
Before her rise to fame in reality TV, Lisa Vanderpump had a successful acting career. She appeared in numerous films and television shows during the 1980s and 1990s. Lisa's early roles included appearances in A Touch of Class and Baywatch Nights, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
Business Ventures
In addition to her television career, Lisa Vanderpump is a successful restaurateur. She owns and operates a number of establishments in Los Angeles, including the popular PUMP restaurant. Her keen sense for business and design has led her to create a brand around her name, further expanding her influence in the hospitality industry.
Personal Life
Lisa is married to Ken Todd, with whom she shares two children, Pandora and Max. The couple has built a life together filled with pets, philanthropic endeavors, and a thriving business. Lisa's commitment to her family and community is evident in her various charitable efforts and her motto of finding joy in work.
