Lala Kent Reveals Why She’s Dating Younger Men in This New Chapter of Her Life

Lala Kent is entering a bold, honest, and unapologetically unconventional chapter — and she’s not afraid to talk about it.

In a recent interview, the Vanderpump Rules star and podcast host opened up about motherhood, sobriety, independence, and why she now finds herself drawn to dating younger men. According to Lala, it’s not about age — it’s about energy, respect, and freedom.

After taking two years away from dating to focus on deep self-reflection, Lala says she finally feels ready to re-enter the world on her own terms. As a mother to a four-year-old and a single mother by choice to her second daughter, Sosa, she explains that this period of her life required intense personal work.

“I really dove into what makes me tick and what makes me happy,” she shared. “It was time to come back — but differently.”

That mindset led her to rebrand her podcast and embrace conversations around “untraditional” lives and relationships. Lala says even the most picture-perfect marriages have untraditional aspects — and she wanted to create a space where those realities could be openly discussed.

When the topic turned to dating, Lala admitted she’s currently “skewing younger” — and she doesn’t see that as a coincidence.

“Younger men have energy. They have stamina,” she joked. “But more importantly, they actually mean it when they say they love that you’re independent.”

In contrast, Lala said her experience with older men has often followed a troubling pattern. While they may initially support her independence, she claims many eventually try to take control — financially, emotionally, and even in lifestyle choices.

“They say they want an independent woman, but over time they strip you of that independence,” she explained. “Younger men don’t do that. They want you building your own life, and they’re genuinely cheering you on.”

For Lala, that dynamic works perfectly. She doesn’t need a provider — she wants a partner. Someone who is still building, while supporting her as she continues to grow her brand and business.

“I don’t need anything from you,” she said. “I can support you, and you can hype me up. That feels like a great fit.”

That said, Lala is realistic about the challenges. Younger men may still want children in the future — something she’s uncertain she can offer. While she occasionally goes back and forth on the idea of having a third child, she’s currently focused on enjoying life, having fun, and staying open to what the universe brings.

“I’m open to dating now,” she said. “I’ve put it out into the universe.”

Lala credits her sobriety — seven years strong — and years of therapy and recovery work for this shift in perspective. She’s learned that her intense reactions often stem from past trauma, and she’s now working to pause, reflect, and respond rather than react.

“There was a long time where I said, ‘I don’t need anyone,’” she admitted. “But I realized I can still be independent and have a wonderful man in my life.”

As she prepares for her return to reality TV on The Valley, Lala says viewers will see a calmer, more balanced version of herself — though she laughs that the “crazy is still in her DNA.”

“I’ve found the gray,” she said. “It’s not so black and white anymore.”

Looking ahead to 2026, Lala’s goals are simple but powerful: continue building a brand that feels true to her, stay present for her children, embrace joy, and live life just a little bit delusional — in the best way possible.

“Rejection is God’s protection,” she said. “If something doesn’t work out, it’s not part of the plan.”

And when it comes to love?

“Yes,” Lala laughed. “I hope he’s young.”