Summer House's charismatic star Carl Radke is sharing his seasoned insights with Vanderpump Rules' fresh face, Jason Cohen. During a candid chat on Us Weekly’s new series, Just Between Us, Carl, 41, imparted some valuable advice that he once received from Vanderpump's own Jax Taylor. Reflecting on his early days, Carl recalled, “Jax told me, ‘The same person who trolls you on social media will likely be the one praising you in person.’” It’s a nugget of wisdom that any reality star should tuck away for those inevitable social media storms.
Jason, at 30, is making waves not just on screen but also online, with his OnlyFans account sparking plenty of conversation among Vanderpump’s new SURvers. As he navigates the limelight, Jason is learning to embrace unexpected turns. "Before I started Vanderpump, I was doing OnlyFans. It was brought up and out of my hands, so I just leaned into it," Jason shared, highlighting his commitment to owning his narrative.
Both Carl and Jason are experiencing transformative chapters in their lives. Carl, a seasoned star on Summer House, is celebrating significant milestones, including five years of sobriety and opening Soft Bar, a unique non-alcoholic café. Despite personal ups and downs, including a public engagement and breakup with costar Lindsay Hubbard, Carl finds comfort in his close-knit friendships on the show. "I keep coming back because these are my real best friends," he confessed. "Kyle Cooke is my best friend, and I love Amanda, Ciara, and even Lindsay and I have been friendly again."
Jason, meanwhile, is embracing the unexpected ride that comes with his Vanderpump Rules debut. With no prior knowledge of the show, he dove into the experience headfirst, finding it exhilarating. “I went in with no plan and let the show take me,” he explained, underscoring his spontaneous approach to reality TV.
As both stars continue to evolve, their journeys highlight the unique blend of personal growth and public scrutiny that comes with reality TV fame. Carl's enduring friendships and Jason's fearless embrace of new opportunities set the stage for more captivating seasons ahead.
As Carl mused about his experiences, he playfully admitted, “I’m a glutton for punishment, but there’s nothing like having friends who are more than just platonic.” With such compelling personalities at the helm, fans can undoubtedly look forward to more engaging and unpredictable moments on both Summer House and Vanderpump Rules.