The Valley Season 2 started off with emotions running high as estranged couple Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright revisited a tense moment in which Jax lost his cool and went into full-rage mode when he found out Brittany was messing around with a former friend.

But Jax and Brittany aren’t the only reality TV couple facing a difficult separation. Fellow cast members and former spouses Michelle Saniei and Jesse Lally are also going through very turbulent times after announcing their separation before the premiere of The Valley Season 1.

In Season 2, things have only escalated for Michelle and Jesse as they frequently exchange jabs at one another, especially as they have started seeing new people. However, a major bombshell dropped by Vanderpump Rules alum Scheana Shay about Jesse’s new partner caught everyone off guard.

Vanderpump Rules’ Scheana Shay Makes A Shocking Accusation On The Valley Season 2

The Valley Season 2 looks at Jesse Lally and Michelle Saniei navigating new lives after separating shortly after filming wrapped on the show’s first season in 2024. In Episode 2, the former spouses, who share 4-year-old daughter Isabella, meet to discuss their co-parenting schedule. However, things quickly go from bad to worse as they argue over their schedule, with Jesse even tearing up knowing that he might not have Isabella during important holidays.

“Michelle’s narrative is that I’m an absentee father who is just off doing my own thing, partying, going out to dinners, leaving Isabella with nannys and an iPad,” Jesse shares in a confessional. “The reason is I am struggling every second of the day to try and balance my work, my personal life, and my single dad life.”

However, things continue to spiral between them. Jesse accuses Michelle of cheating during their marriage, while Michelle fires back with serious claims of her own. She tells Jesse that his new girlfriend — who has yet to appear on screen — is allegedly cheating on him as well.

“You want to talk about the random girl you just started dating?” Michelle tells him. “You know what kind of s*** she says to my friends and other people? It’s actually embarrassing and I feel sorry for you. She’s told people — including a friend of mine — that she’s sleeping with other people.”

That “friend” was none other than Vanderpump Rules alum Scheana Shay.

During their heated exchange, Jesse decides to phone Scheana. Unfortunately, she found herself in the middle of their feud. Jesse asks Scheana, “My friend in Orange County [said] she’s been sleeping with other guys? Is that true or false?”

After a very awkward and short conversation, Jesse hangs up, and Michelle tells him that she doesn’t care what he does with his new girlfriend. Michelle just wants their daughter to be in a healthy environment. “We’re both angry. She can do whatever she wants. I hope you guys are happy — whatever that is,” she tells her estranged husband.

Scheana Doubles Down on Jesse’s Girlfriend’s Alleged Infidelity on The Valley After Show

During Episode 2 of The Valley After Show, Jesse was asked about his relationship with Scheana, and he clarified that their connection was purely professional. He explained that he only had a business relationship with her and her husband, Brock Davies, after selling them their home. “We had just sold them their house. My history with Scheana really was only business. So I don’t know why she wants to get all up in my business,” he said.

What Jesse may not have realized was that Scheana and Michelle have a close-knit relationship. In the same after-show episode, the “Good as Gold” songstress went to Michelle straight away after Jesse’s partner divulged to her that she had been sleeping with someone that wasn’t Jesse.

“She straight up told me this,” Scheana shared with Brock, adding, “The first day meeting her.”

“I’m like, ‘Why are you telling this to me when you know the first thing I’m going to do is repeat it to her,” Scheana shared and pointed to Michelle. “I was just so shocked that she was being so open with this information.”

Lala Kent, who makes a guest appearance in Season 2, joined Brittany Cartwright on the same After Show episode and offered insight into Scheana’s role in Episode 2 of The Valley. Lala explained that people tend to “word vomit” around Scheana because she comes across as a trustworthy friend.

“I mean I’ve been around same friend groups and people are not sharing all their dirty laundry with me. There’s something about Scheana. When Scheana “Scheana’s” she gets all the tea, and then she comes back and spills it to all of us,” Lala admitted.

On the other hand, VPR alum Tom Schwartz, who also makes an appearance on The Valley, labeled Scheana a “gossip queen.”

The VPR Alums Who Will Appear On The Valley Season 2

Scheana Shay will have more screen time on Season 2 of The Valley after she dropped a major bombshell about Jesse’s significant other on the phone. As the trailer shows, she’s seen partying with the cast at a house party, with her VPR alum co-star Lala Kent right by her side.

During that same party, Lala is seen confronting Jesse and protecting Michelle. “I think you’re toxic. I think you’re a narcissist, and I’m happy I don’t have to deal with you.” As she and Scheana walk away from him, he shouts, “Well, this gave me a good laugh, so thanks for that.”

Additionally, we get to see Tom Schwartz back on our screens. The premiere episode saw Tom confronting Jax about his blow-up fight with Brittany. “I’m worried about you. I’ve never seen you so high-strung,” Tom tells him while the pair are at Jax’s bar, Jax’s Studio City. “The other night Brittany pulled me aside, and we had a heart-to-heart. She said she doesn’t feel comfortable being in the same room as you without company,” he added. “I didn’t know that you were capable of that type of behavior, to be honest.”

Although Tom told Jax that his feelings of being hurt and betrayed “are valid,” throwing furniture and becoming enraged at his former spouse was not okay. “There’s just no excuse for that,” Tom said.

Fans will certainly see more of Tom, Lala, Scheana, and Brock on Season 2 of The Valley.