The latest episode of Vanderpump Rules Season 12, “Paso Aggressive” (aired January 20, 2026), spotlighted a classic reality TV dilemma: what happens when one person wants monogamy and the other proudly practices ethical non-monogamy?

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For new SUR server Angelica Jensen, the answer came wrapped in heartbreak and awkward group tension.

During a sunny beach lunch date, Angelica opened up to Shayne Davis about her core values. “Monogamy is really important to me,” she told him plainly.

Shayne, in turn, revealed he identifies as “ethically nonmonogamous” — a stance he’s maintained openly this season. Despite the clear mismatch, Angelica admitted she still hoped she could “change” him, setting up a slow-burn romantic conflict that simmered throughout the episode.

The tension boiled over during the road trip to Lisa Vanderpump’s Women in Wine retreat in Paso Robles. At a stop at the Madonna Inn, Shayne casually dropped that he had kissed Audrey Lingle while filming a music video — news that visibly upset Angelica.

Her disappointment was palpable as the group checked into rooms, with Audrey initially excited to share a suite with Chris Hahn only to feel the lack of romance in their dynamic.

These personal romantic struggles played out against the backdrop of broader cast chaos: the SUR 20th anniversary party devolved into public fights (including Kim’s blowup at Natalie), Jason’s menu disasters, and the explosive OnlyFans video reveal involving Jason and Chris that left everyone reeling.

Yet Angelica and Shayne’s storyline stood out as a modern take on dating boundaries in the high-pressure SUR world.

Angelica’s hope to sway Shayne echoes familiar Vanderpump Rules tropes — think past cast members trying to “fix” partners’ commitment issues — but it feels fresh with the rebooted cast’s emphasis on open communication about non-traditional relationships.

Shayne’s ethical non-monogamy isn’t portrayed as villainous; it’s simply incompatible with Angelica’s vision, creating genuine emotional stakes amid the usual screaming matches and pot-stirring.

As the Paso Robles trip continues, fans are left wondering: Will Angelica walk away from the mismatch, or will the drama push Shayne to reconsider? In a season full of adult-oriented scandals, this clash of relationship philosophies might be the most relatable — and heartbreaking — thread of all.

Vanderpump Rules airs Tuesdays at 9/8c on Bravo and streams the next day on Peacock.