lisa vanderpump

Lisa Jane Vanderpump was born in Dulwich, London, on September 15, 1960. She began ballet lessons at the age of three and attended Riverston School. By the age of nine, she was enrolled in the Corona Academy drama school. Vanderpump made her uncredited film debut at 13 in the 1973 romantic comedy “A Touch of Class,” where she played Julia Allessio. Her credited film debut was in the 1978 horror film “Killer’s Moon,” portraying Anne. She also had early television roles, including Ursula Marsh in “John Halifax, Gentleman” in 1974, and appeared in over 100 commercials for various brands throughout the 1970s, 80s, and 90s. In 1982, she met businessman Ken Todd, whom she married within three months. Together, they embarked on a series of business ventures, initially buying and selling London homes before opening several high-profile restaurants and bars in London’s Soho area during the 1990s.

VThe year 2005 marked a significant turning point as Vanderpump and her husband moved to Los Angeles, California, and became co-owners of SUR Restaurant & Lounge. Her career gained widespread recognition with her debut on “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” in October 2010. This platform allowed her to establish a prominent public profile, leading to the spin-off series “Vanderpump Rules” in 2013, which centered on her restaurant, SUR. This period saw her expand her restaurant empire, launching Villa Blanca in 2009 and Pump Restaurant in 2014, although both have since closed. Beyond hospitality, she ventured into the beverage industry with Vanderpump Vodka in 2013, LVP Sangria in 2014 (later rebranded to Vanderpump Sangria), and Vanderpump Rosé in 2017, followed by a full line of Vanderpump Wines in 2020.

Her career progression continued with notable appearances on “Dancing with the Stars” in 2013 and various other reality television shows, including “Overserved with Lisa Vanderpump” and “Vanderpump Dogs” in 2021, and “Vanderpump Villa” in 2024. Throughout her career, Vanderpump has been an advocate for animal welfare, founding The Vanderpump Dog Foundation in 2016 and playing a role in global campaigns against dog cruelty, including the Yulin Dog Meat Festival. In recognition of her philanthropic efforts, she received the Key to the City of Beverly Hills in 2013 and a Golden Palm Star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars in 2014. Her business endeavors have continued to expand, including additional Las Vegas venues like Vanderpump Cocktail Garden (2019), Vanderpump à Paris (2022), and Wolf by Vanderpump (2024), alongside collaborations with Caesars Entertainment to develop a Vanderpump Hotel in 2026. These achievements highlight her evolution from an actress to a multifaceted entrepreneur and public figure.