The Laguna Beach Cast: Where Are They Now In 2025? (Ahead Of The Epic 20th Anniversary Reunion)
The iconic cast of *Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County* is officially coming back. Teen drama, love triangles, and the sun-drenched California coast defined a generation of reality television, and now, two decades later, the original high schoolers are set to reunite, providing the freshest and most anticipated update for fans in late 2025. This article dives deep into the current lives of the Season 1 stars—Lauren Conrad, Kristin Cavallari, Stephen Colletti, and Lo Bosworth—detailing their massive career shifts, entrepreneurial success, and recent personal milestones as they prepare for a major television event.
The news of a 20th-anniversary special, announced for 2026 on the Roku Channel, has sent a shockwave of nostalgia through the reality TV world. With key players like Lauren "LC" Conrad, Kristin Cavallari, and Stephen Colletti not only participating but also executive producing, this reunion promises to be an unscripted, honest look at how the drama of their high school years translated into the complexities of adulthood. Before the special airs, here is the essential, up-to-the-minute look at where the original *Laguna Beach* cast members stand today, in December 2025, including their current businesses, family lives, and latest projects.
The Original Cast: Essential Biography and Current Status (December 2025)
The core group from the first season of *Laguna Beach* has evolved from high school rivals and crushes into successful entrepreneurs, authors, and parents. Their post-MTV careers have been varied, but all have leveraged their original fame into lasting personal brands and businesses. This list provides a comprehensive overview of their current professional and personal lives.
- Lauren "LC" Conrad
- Born: February 1, 1986 (Age 39)
- Role on Show: Narrator (Season 1), Main Cast (Seasons 1–2), Protagonist of *The Hills*
- Current Profession: Fashion Designer, Author, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist
- Current Status: Married to William Tell (since 2014); Mother of two sons. She is the founder of the successful clothing line LC Lauren Conrad and co-founder of the non-profit fair trade online store, The Little Market.
- Kristin Cavallari
- Born: January 5, 1987 (Age 38)
- Role on Show: Main Cast (Seasons 1–2), Protagonist of *The Hills* (Seasons 5–6)
- Current Profession: Television Personality, Author, Businesswoman, Podcast Host
- Current Status: Divorced from Jay Cutler (since 2020); Mother of three children. She is the founder of the jewelry and lifestyle brand Uncommon James and hosts the popular podcast "Let's Be Honest with Kristin Cavallari," where she frequently discusses dating and personal life.
- Stephen Colletti
- Born: February 7, 1986 (Age 39)
- Role on Show: Main Cast (Seasons 1–2)
- Current Profession: Actor, Television Personality, Podcast Host
- Current Status: Recently married NASCAR reporter Alex Weaver. He is well-known for his role as Chase Adams on The CW’s *One Tree Hill* and co-hosts the *Laguna Beach* rewatch podcast, *Back to the Beach with Kristin and Stephen*.
- Lo Bosworth
- Born: September 29, 1986 (Age 39)
- Role on Show: Main Cast (Seasons 1–2), Main Cast on *The Hills* (Seasons 2–6)
- Current Profession: Entrepreneur, CEO, Author
- Current Status: Engaged and currently focused on growing her highly successful women's wellness brand, Love Wellness, where she serves as Founder and CEO.
- Talan Torriero
- Role on Show: Main Cast (Season 2)
- Current Status: Married; Father of two. He works in digital marketing and media.
- Dieter Schmitz
- Role on Show: Main Cast (Season 1)
- Current Status: Married; Father. He works in the hospitality industry.
The Reunion News: Why 2026 is the New 2004
The biggest and most current news surrounding the *Laguna Beach* universe is the highly anticipated 20th-anniversary reunion special, set to air in 2026 on the Roku Channel. This is far from a casual get-together; the special will be a two-hour event bringing back the original cast members who defined the series.
Lauren Conrad, Kristin Cavallari, and Stephen Colletti are all confirmed to be executive producers, suggesting they will have creative control over the narrative and tone. This involvement is crucial, as it hints at a more authentic and less "scripted" look at their lives compared to the original MTV show, which the cast has since revealed had heavily manipulated storylines and dialogue.
The special is expected to feature a wide array of the original cast, including Lo Bosworth, Talan Torriero, Trey Phillips, Christina Schuller, Dieter Schmitz, Jessica Smith, and Alex Murrel. The collective return of so many key players—especially the central love triangle of LC, Kristin, and Stephen—is a rare feat in reality television history and a testament to the show's lasting cultural impact. Fans are eager to see the unvarnished truth about their relationships, careers, and the infamous teenage drama that played out on national television.
From High School Drama to Business Empires: The LC and Kristin Rivalry Ripe for Reunion
The central tension of *Laguna Beach* revolved around the love triangle between Lauren Conrad, Kristin Cavallari, and Stephen Colletti. While the show ended with Kristin taking over as the narrator for Season 2 and Lauren moving on to the spin-off, *The Hills*, their rivalry became a foundational element of early 2000s reality TV. The reunion is expected to finally put their decades-old dynamic into perspective, especially now that both women are formidable business leaders.
In 2025, both LC and Kristin are at the helm of massive lifestyle brands. Lauren Conrad has built a significant empire around her clothing lines, home goods, and her non-profit organization, The Little Market, focusing on ethical sourcing and empowering female artisans. She has successfully transitioned from a TV star to a respected figure in the fashion and philanthropic world, often keeping her personal life private.
Kristin Cavallari, on the other hand, has maintained a more public-facing persona, particularly through her successful jewelry brand Uncommon James and her candid podcast, *Let's Be Honest*. In 2025, she has been transparent about her dating life following her divorce, even openly discussing her "really sad" lack of a sex life after a recent breakup, which has kept her in the headlines.
The contrast between Lauren's private, design-focused life and Kristin's public, candid media presence makes their reunion dynamic particularly compelling. Fans are hoping to see a mature, honest conversation about their past, a dynamic that has been partially explored on Stephen and Kristin's rewatch podcast, but never with Lauren in the room.
The Entrepreneurial Wave: How the Cast Became Wellness and Lifestyle Moguls
Beyond the main love triangle, several other cast members have also achieved remarkable success by pivoting into the entrepreneurial space, particularly in the wellness and lifestyle sectors. This shift is a key part of the *Laguna Beach* legacy, demonstrating how reality TV fame can be a springboard to serious business ventures.
The most notable success story in this area belongs to Lo Bosworth. After her time on *Laguna Beach* and *The Hills*, Lo founded Love Wellness, a women's health and personal care brand focusing on natural solutions for gut, vaginal, and hormonal health. In late 2025, Lo is engaged and actively growing the brand, which has become a major player in the wellness market. Her business success far surpasses her reality television career, making her one of the most financially successful cast members.
Similarly, other cast members have found stability and success away from the spotlight. Stephen Colletti successfully transitioned into acting, most notably with a long-running role on *One Tree Hill*, and has now co-hosted a popular rewatch podcast, demonstrating his continued relevance in the entertainment industry. His recent marriage to Alex Weaver in 2025 marks a major personal milestone. Dieter Schmitz, who was a Season 1 favorite, now works in the hospitality industry, maintaining a private but successful career.
The upcoming 2026 reunion special on Roku will not just be a look back at teenage drama, but a powerful reflection on how a group of high schoolers navigated the sudden, intense spotlight of reality television and transformed their early fame into diverse and lasting careers as adults in 2025. The collective success of the *Laguna Beach* cast—from fashion moguls and wellness CEOs to actors and authors—proves that they were "dunzo" with the drama, but just getting started with their empires.
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