The Valley ‘s Janet Caperna Details Working for Cameron Diaz

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Janet Caperna is giving the merlot-down on working for Cameron Diaz.

The Valley star recently revealed that she was an assistant at the actress’ wine company prior to her own rise to reality TV fame.

“I worked for Avaline, which is Cameron Diaz and Katherine Power’s wine brand,” Janet said on the May 29 episode of the Virtual Reali-Tea podcast. “That was a job I loved.”

She added, “I still am obsessed with the wine.”

During her time as a Hollywood assistant, she even met Zack Wickham, who worked as Nicole Scherzinger‘s assistant and later became her costar on The Valley.

As Janet put it, “The assistants are kind of a small group in L.A.”

But despite their shared jobs as assistants, the pair hasn’t always meshed. Still, Janet shared that she hopes to end their conflict, which has been a point of focus on the Bravo show since the series’ early days last spring.

“Zach and I, we’ve been stuck with these same sort of issues for a while, but I do want to get to a place of peace with him,” she told co-hosts Danny Murphy and Evan Real. “I think he’s hilarious.”

While the followup to Vanderpump Rules follows longtime reality stars like Brittany Cartwright and Jax Taylor, Janet is new to the scene. And her road to get there has been less than typical, as it all started after she boldly approached Scheana Shay back in her assistant days.

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“Zach and I, we’ve been stuck with these same sort of issues for a while, but I do want to get to a place of peace with him,” she shared. “I think he’s hilarious.”

While the follow-up to Vanderpump Rules follows longtime reality stars like Brittany Cartwright and Jax Taylor, Janet is new to the scene. And her road to get there has been less than typical: It all started after she boldly approached Scheana Shay back in her assistant days.

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“I went up to her and was like, ‘You’re Scheana from Vanderpump, let’s take a picture.’ We ended up spending the entire day talking,” she explained on the May 29 episode of The Viall Files podcast. “We talked about what it’s like getting divorced in your 20s, which both of us had done [and] starting over.”

Janet acknowledged that while their connection may have been unusual, she’s not afraid to be honest.

“Sure, it’s odd to start a friendship as a fan and somebody who’s on reality TV, but I never felt embarrassed to be a Bravo fan,” she added. “That’s the truth of how we met.”

For more on the cast of The Valley, read on.

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The Valley Season 2

After a rollercoaster first season, things pick up where they left off and chaos ensues as the group deals with the fallout of long-term relationships dissolving, the rumor mill continuing to run and friendships fracturing, possibly beyond repair.

Jax Taylor

After 10 years of marriage, Jax Taylor is at an emotional crossroads as he deals with his separation from Brittany. Deciding to seek the professional help his loved ones encourage him to get, Jax checks himself into a mental health facility and tries to work on his anger.

Brittany Cartwright

Brittany Cartwright hopes to rediscover herself amidst her separation from Jax while also resisting the urge to forgive and forget Jax’s behavior once again. As she adjusts to being a single mother and tries to reform her own identity, Brittany works on prioritizing herself. While Jax is away in the mental health facility, she leans on the group now more than ever. When her friendships with Zack and Kristen are put to the test, Brittany finally reaches her breaking point.

Kristen Doute

Kristen Doute and Luke Broderick are full steam ahead on their future together, which includes sharing a new home and trying to get pregnant. While Kristen finds some bridges are hard to unburn in the friend group, Luke sets out to make his relationship with Kristen and her circle a bit more permanent.

Luke Broderick

Kristen Doute and Luke Broderick are full steam ahead on their future together, which includes sharing a new home and trying to get pregnant. While Kristen finds some bridges are hard to unburn in the friend group, Luke sets out to make his relationship with Kristen and her circle a bit more permanent.

Danny Booko

“Three kids under 3” is no problem for Danny Booko and Nia Booko, but adding baby number four might be. As the duo continue to look for a new home for their growing clan, Nia’s allies in the group dwindle, Danny is confronted with recurring accusations and the Bookos’ seemingly perfect marriage comes under fire.

Nia Booko

“Three kids under 3” is no problem for Danny and Nia Booko, but adding baby number four might be. As the duo continue to look for a new home for their growing clan, Nia’s allies in the group dwindle, Danny is confronted with recurring accusations and the Bookos’ seemingly perfect marriage comes under fire.

Janet Caperna

Jason and Janet Caperna are settling into being first-time parents to baby Cameron. When not on diaper duty, the pair hold their friends accountable for their actions. Their confrontations are not always well received, however, leading to standoffs, commitment allegations and longstanding friendships being put at risk.

Jason Caperna

Jason Caperna and Janet Caperna are settling into being first-time parents to baby Cameron. When not on diaper duty, the pair hold their friends accountable for their actions. Their confrontations are not always well received, however, leading to standoffs, commitment allegations and longstanding friendships being put at risk.

Michelle Saniei

Jesse Lally is doing his best to keep the peace during an acrimonious divorce from Michelle Saniei. Although he tries to put past feuds behind him for the sake of his daughter, Isabella, Jesse can’t shake a feeling of uncertainty about Michelle’s faithfulness during their marriage.

Jesse Lally

Jesse Lally is doing his best to keep the peace during an acrimonious divorce from Michelle. Although he tries to put past feuds behind him for the sake of his daughter, Isabella, Jesse can’t shake a feeling of uncertainty about Michelle’s faithfulness during their marriage.

Aaron Nosler

Michelle Saniei has moved past her marriage to Jesse, but the tumultuous divorce proceedings might get the better of her. On top of co-parenting Isabella and struggling with her mother’s cancer diagnosis, Michelle faces damaging rumors that could derail her relationship with new beau, Aaron Nosler.

Zack Wickham

A loyal friend as ever, Zack Wickham is standing by Brittany during her separation from Jax and also by Kristen as she butts heads with Janet. As his relationship with Benji Quach gets more serious, Zack’s attempt to prioritize self-growth over his usual mudslinging is challenged within the group.

Benji Quach

A loyal friend as ever, Zack Wickham is standing by Brittany during her separation from Jax and also by Kristen as she butts heads with Janet. As his relationship with Benji Quach gets more serious, Zack’s attempt to prioritize self-growth over his usual mudslinging is challenged within the group.

Jasmine Goode

Jasmine Goode is focusing on the positive as she takes the next step in her relationship with Melissa Carelli. While Jasmine might have romance and marriage on her mind, she still finds herself mixed in the drama when accused of spreading rumors about Jason. Lingering resentments arise with Danny following an incident on Halloween.

Melissa Carelli

Jasmine Goode is focusing on the positive as she takes the next step in her relationship with Melissa Carelli. While Jasmine might have romance and marriage on her mind, she still finds herself mixed in the drama when accused of spreading rumors about Jason. Lingering resentments arise with Danny following an incident on Halloween.

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