Danny Booko and Nia Sanchez are stepping away from The Valley after three seasons, putting their marriage and four children ahead of another round of reality TV.
The couple announced their decision September 1, shortly after the third season wrapped. Their exit follows a difficult season for Booko, who faced criticism from several cast members over his drinking and behavior toward Sanchez.
Danny Booko and Nia Sanchez are prioritizing their family as they exit The Valley
Booko and Sanchez said their decision came down to protecting their home life.
“We wanted to share a quick update that we will not be returning to The Valley. We’re incredibly grateful for this experience but our priority is protecting our peace and our family,” they wrote in a joint Instagram post.
The couple added that they remain “fully committed” to each other and their children. They share son Asher, 4, twins Isabelle and Zariah, 3, and daughter Adelaide, 15 months.
Their departure comes after a tense The Valley Season 3. Booko faced accusations involving excessive drinking and inappropriate behavior, while cast members including Lala Kent, Janet Caperna, Jason Caperna, Brittany Cartwright and Jasmine Goode confronted him throughout the season.
Sanchez continued supporting her husband, even when other cast members questioned the way he spoke to her.
Booko later addressed his behavior publicly after watching episodes back.
“It was a difficult season of life and a version of myself that I’m embarrassed by and not proud of,” he said.
He attributed some of his behavior to “a short fuse, stress, alcohol and lack of sleep,” but made clear that those factors did not excuse how he treated Sanchez.
“I should never have taken any of it out on you,” Booko said.
The pair had already made their priorities clear before this season. In 2024, Sanchez said their relationship would always come before the show.
“We’ll just take care of our relationship first. Always,” she said.
In their exit announcement, Booko and Sanchez thanked Bravo, the production team and viewers for their support while saying they were ready to see what came next.
Bravo has not officially renewed The Valley for Season 4.
