Tarek and Heather Rae El Moussa, well-known stars from the popular show “Selling Sunset,” have recently expressed their distress following a burglary at their home in Newport Beach, California. The incident took place while the couple was enjoying a vacation in Cabo San Lucas with their family, leaving them with a sense of violation and sadness.
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The Newport Beach Police Department has confirmed the details surrounding the break-in, stating that intruders accessed the property through the backyard by breaking a sliding glass door. The burglary occurred over the course of a weekend, from the morning of Saturday, June 6, until the evening of Monday, June 8. Once inside, the suspects reportedly ransacked the primary bedroom closet and made off with jewellery, although no further information about the suspects has been disclosed by the police.
In a heartfelt response to the events, Heather Rae El Moussa took to Instagram to share her feelings of being violated. In her post, she mentioned, “Tarek and I feel violated and, to be honest, really sad,” adding that they would be taking a brief hiatus from social media to process the situation. She went on to acknowledge the cruelty that exists in the world, stating, “Disgusted by some of the cruel heartless people…We are safe & the kids are safe.” Tarek, her husband, also shared a similar message on his own Instagram account.
Prior to the alarming news of the burglary, the couple had been sharing joyful snippets of their family holiday experience in Mexico. Heather had recently posted an Instagram Reel highlighting their travels, which included details about managing the logistics of flying with three children. The couple’s family consists of their three-year-old son, Tristan, alongside Tarek’s children from a previous marriage: daughter Taylor, aged 15, and son Brayden, aged 10.
The break-in undoubtedly casts a shadow over their recent announcement about their new home purchase in Orange County, made in June 2025. At the time, the couple expressed their excitement about moving forward with their family, stating in an Instagram post, “We’re moving!!! We are so excited for this new chapter and new adventure for our family.” They also shared updates on their home renovation project, reflecting on the transformative journey they had undertaken to create their ideal living space.
As news of the burglary spreads, comments and support have flooded in from fans and followers, demonstrating the community backing the couple during this challenging time. The El Moussa family, known for sharing their life updates, will now be stepping back temporarily to regroup and find solace in the wake of the intrusion into their private life.
While the police continue to investigate the burglary, the couple appears to be prioritising their family’s emotional well-being. Taking a break from the public eye will allow them to navigate the aftermath of this distressing event and focus on healing.
As of now, it remains to be seen how the family will move forward in the wake of their unsettling experience. The El Moussas have consistently demonstrated resilience throughout their journey, and many are hopeful they will regain their sense of peace in due course.