In a gripping episode of the latest season of *Vanderpump Villa*, tensions flared as Jordan Ngatikaura confronted Marciano Brunette regarding Brunette’s affair with Ngatikaura’s ex-wife, Jessi Draper. This personal conflict was laid bare during episodes filmed in the summer of 2025 and aired on 16 April 2026, mere weeks after Ngatikaura filed for divorce from Draper.
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*Vanderpump Villa* features a cast of well-known faces, including the fathers of the show’s guests from the *Secret Lives of Mormon Wives*. In episodes seven and eight, the focus shifted to Ngatikaura and Brunette, who faced each other in an emotionally charged discussion.
The affair between Brunette and Draper first came to light during the previous season of *The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives*, when Draper candidly admitted to the emotional entanglement. Following this revelation, the relationship between Ngatikaura and Draper spiralled towards separation, underscored by the costly toll the affair had taken on their marriage—reportedly nearing £100,000 spent on therapy in a bid to salvage their relationship.
During the encounter, orchestrated by reality television personality Lisa Vanderpump, Brunette opened by expressing remorse for his involvement in the affair. However, Ngatikaura appeared reluctant to accept such an apology. “It’s just funny, you know,” he said, challenging Brunette’s sincerity by questioning why he had not reached out sooner, despite having Ngatikaura’s contact details.
Ngatikaura continued, making it clear that Brunette’s actions had inflicted significant pain. “The pain you caused me, the pain you caused my wife, what you put my kids through — and to hear you now wanting to apologise, it’s hard to accept it,” he asserted, highlighting the emotional fallout from the affair. This confrontation underscored the complex emotions swirling around their lives, particularly the impact on Ngatikaura’s children.
Brunette’s relationship with Draper reportedly blossomed during a trip to Italy with the *Vanderpump Villa* cast in August 2024, culminating in a kiss about a month later. In November 2025, Draper spoke candidly about her trepidation regarding their affair becoming public, revealing her regret when she said, “I wish I could f***ing take it back, bro.”
The sit-down took a poignant turn when Ngatikaura disclosed the extensive therapy costs he and Draper incurred in attempts to mend their fractured relationship. The conversation reached an emotional peak that saw Brunette in tears, ultimately resulting in Ngatikaura choosing to leave the discussion early.
In the third season of *The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives*, Ngatikaura recounted his confrontation with Brunette, shedding further light on the dynamics of their meeting. Draper suggested that Brunette had approached the situation with a sense of submissiveness, akin to “a dog with his tail tucked between his legs,” which prompted Ngatikaura’s scepticism about the timing of Brunette’s apology, coming as it did under the scrutiny of the television cameras.
Following the dramatic revelation of his divorce, Ngatikaura filed for a restraining order against Draper, although she opposed the order on the same day. He later expressed the difficulty of his decision to end the marriage, sharing that it was done with a heavy heart and a commitment to prioritising the well-being of their children, Jagger and Jovi, aged five and three, respectively, as they navigated this transition in family life.
Ngatikaura acknowledged the bittersweet nature of parting ways, reflecting on their shared experiences and expressing gratitude for the lessons learned during their time together. He called for privacy and understanding while he and Draper adjusted to their new reality, underscoring their commitment to co-parenting amicably.
As the story unfolds, it remains to be seen how this public confrontation will impact the personal lives of those involved and whether the drama witnessed on reality television reflects deeper emotional truths. The interplay between personal relationships and public personas is a hallmark of shows like *Vanderpump Villa*, and this season promises to delve into the complexities of love, betrayal, and forgiveness.