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Lisa Barlow, the unapologetic tequila enthusiast who’s always stood out in a sea of soda-loving housewives, has left fans scratching their heads over rumors that she might be saying goodbye to The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. But is she really walking away from the show, or is it all just smoke and mirrors?
Here’s what we know about the speculation surrounding her future on the franchise, and why this “goodbye” might be a bit premature.
The Rumors Spark: Where’s Lisa?
It all started with a conspicuous absence. Lisa Barlow was nowhere to be found when her RHOSLC castmates—Mary Cosby, Angie Katsanevas, Meredith Marks, Heather Gay, Whitney Rose, and Bronwyn Newport—were all spotted filming at Utah’s hot springs. Fans quickly began asking: where was Lisa?
Though her absence raised eyebrows, it wasn’t until March 11 that things really took a turn. Social media exploded with claims that Lisa had quietly removed the show’s name from her Instagram bio. This fueled even more speculation. Was she quietly distancing herself from the show, preparing for life after RHOSLC?
And then, in true 2023 fashion, a parody Instagram account posted a satirical message supposedly from Lisa herself, saying: “It was a long run! When life gives you real problems this reality sh*t doesn’t make sense. Peace out I’m out.” While that definitely had some fans believing the rumors, one thing became clear: Lisa wasn’t making any official announcements just yet.
The SXSW Connection: A Tequila Queen on the Rise
In the midst of these swirling rumors, Lisa Barlow made a notable appearance at SXSW in Austin, Texas, where she appeared to be having a blast away from the drama of RHOSLC. But this wasn’t just any festival appearance. Lisa—known for her business acumen and love for all things tequila—seemed to be rubbing elbows with a different kind of celebrity at SXSW, leading some to wonder if she’s eyeing a new career trajectory, possibly outside of reality TV.
But the real question remained: Was Lisa stepping out of the limelight for good, or was there more going on behind the scenes?
Could Lisa Be Holding Out for a Bigger Paycheck?
Rumors surfaced that Lisa Barlow is holding out for a major payday from Bravo. Allegedly, she’s eyeing a $1 million salary for the upcoming season. If that’s true, it would explain why the rumors about her departure were so quick to spread.
But just as quickly as the rumors started, they were squashed. On the same day the speculation hit a fever pitch, Lisa was spotted filming in Salt Lake City with her husband.
So, What’s the Verdict?
Despite all the noise, it looks like Lisa Barlow isn’t going anywhere—at least not yet. In fact, it’s possible she’s just getting started with a pay raise in tow. While her feuds with castmates like Whitney Rose and the others might make for good drama, it seems RHOSLC fans aren’t getting rid of their tequila-loving queen that easily.
The rumors may have lasted only a few days, but it looks like Lisa Barlow is here to stay… and possibly with a little more cash in her pocket.
