Lisa Vanderpump facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lisa Vanderpump
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Lisa Jane Vanderpump
15 September 1960 |
| Alma mater | Corona Academy |
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| Years active | 1973–present |
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Ken Todd
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| Children | 2 |
| Awards | Palm Springs Walk of Stars |
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Lisa Jane Vanderpump (born September 15, 1960) is an English television star, actress, and businesswoman. She is best known for being a main cast member on the reality TV show The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills from 2010 to 2019.
Her popularity on that show led to her own spin-off series. A spin-off is a new show that features a character from an existing one. Her first spin-off was Vanderpump Rules, which started in 2013. She has since starred in and produced other shows like Overserved with Lisa Vanderpump, Vanderpump Dogs, and Vanderpump Villa.
Along with her husband, Ken Todd, Lisa has owned many successful restaurants, bars, and clubs in both the United Kingdom and the United States.
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Early Life and First Steps in Acting
Lisa Jane Vanderpump was born in Dulwich, a neighborhood in London, England. Her father, John, was an art director for an advertising agency, and her mother's name was Jean. She has an older brother named Mark.
Lisa began taking ballet lessons when she was just three years old. At age nine, she was accepted into the Corona Academy, a famous drama school. This early training helped her start her career in entertainment.
By the time she was 19, she was living on her own in London and supporting herself financially.
Career in Television and Film
Lisa's acting career began when she was a teenager. She had small parts in movies and TV shows during the 1970s, 80s, and 90s. She even appeared in music videos for the bands ABC and Naked Eyes. In 2014, she made a guest appearance in the music video for Lady Gaga's song "G.U.Y.".
Reality Television Fame
In 2010, Lisa became one of the original stars of Bravo's hit show, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. The show followed the lives of wealthy women living in Beverly Hills, California. After nine seasons, she left the show in 2019.
Her success led to the spin-off series Vanderpump Rules, which focuses on the staff at her restaurants in West Hollywood, California. The show has been very popular and Lisa serves as both a star and an executive producer.
She has also appeared on other TV shows. In 2013, she competed on Dancing with the Stars. In 2021, she hosted her own show called Overserved with Lisa Vanderpump, where she cooked for celebrity guests.
Business Ventures
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Lisa and her husband, Ken, are very successful in the restaurant business. They have owned more than 30 restaurants and bars over the years. Some of their most famous places in the Los Angeles area include SUR, Pump, and Tom Tom.
She has also expanded her business to Las Vegas, opening the Vanderpump Cocktail Garden at Caesars Palace and Vanderpump à Paris at the Paris Las Vegas hotel. In 2024, she opened another restaurant at Harvey's Lake Tahoe.
Besides restaurants, Lisa has created her own brands of drinks, including Vanderpump Rosé wine. She also launched a line of home decorations called Vanderpump Alain.
Charity Work and Animal Advocacy
Lisa is very passionate about helping animals, especially dogs. In 2016, she started The Vanderpump Dog Foundation to help rescue and protect dogs.
The Vanderpump Dog Foundation
In 2017, Lisa opened the Vanderpump Dogs rescue center in Los Angeles. The foundation saves dogs from shelters where they might be in danger and finds them loving homes. She also operates two rescue centers in China.
Lisa has used her fame to raise money and awareness for animal rights. She organized a protest march against the Yulin Dog Meat Festival in China and even spoke to the United States Congress about protecting dogs worldwide. Her foundation has saved thousands of dogs.
Awards and Honors
For her work in business and charity, Lisa has received several awards. In 2013, she was given the Key to the City of Beverly Hills. In 2014, she was honored with a star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars. She has also been recognized by Equality California for her support of LGBT rights.
Personal Life
Lisa met Ken Todd in 1982, and they got married just a few months later. They have been married for over 40 years and have worked together as business partners throughout their marriage.
They have two children, a daughter named Pandora and an adopted son named Max. Lisa is also a grandmother.
The family lives in a large home in Beverly Hills, California, which they named Villa Rosa. The beautiful house and its many animals are often seen on her TV shows.
See also
In Spanish: Lisa Vanderpump para niños
