Luann de Lesseps Biography
Luann de Lesseps is an American singer, model, author, and TV personality who rose to prominence by appearing in The Real Housewives of New York City from its 2008 premiere to its 13th season. She appears in The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: RHONY Legacy which premieres on December 14, 2023, on Peacock.
Luann de Lesseps Career
De Lesseps previously worked as a licensed practical nurse in Connecticut and as a model for Wilhelmina. In February 2011, she made an appearance in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit‘s episode, “Bully.” In the film, she played the role of as a socialite who discovers something grisly.
De Lesseps authored the book, Class with the Countess: How to Live with Elegance and Flair, which was released on April 16, 2009. In February 2017, she appeared in Maternal Secrets. In May of the same year, she appeared in the celebrity ridicule of Michael Musto. The following year, she advertised her cabaret called CountessAndFriends at Feinstein’s/54 Below in Midtown Manhattan in February. In the show, she sings about her life as a countess and reality TV star along with guest appearances from celebrities such as Rachel Dratch and Sonja Morgan.
De Lesseps guest starred in the podcast, The X Change Rate. In 2023, she co-starred in Luann & Sonja: Welcome to Crappie Lake with Sonja Morgan. Additionally, she was chosen to join the telecast judge of the 72nd Miss USA pageant on September 29, 2023. Further, she appeared in SN 10 of The Masked Singer as a competitor using the name “Hibiscus.” In the show, she served as Group C’s first disqualified member.
Aside from her work on TV, she has donated to numerous charitable organizations like ACE Partnership for the Homeless, GLAAD, and The American Cancer Society. Recently, she collaborated with The Fortune Society which helps previously jailed prisoners to reenter society.
Luann de Lesseps Songs
De Lesseps issued “Money Can’t Buy You Class,” her first record, on May 25, 2010. Next, she issued her second single, “Chic C’est la Vie” in June 2011. On July 6, 2015, she issued her third single, “Girl Code.” Four years later, she issued “Feeling Jovani” her fourth single. In September of the following year, she issued “Viva La Diva,” her fifth single in collaboration with Desmond Child, a Grammy-awarded songwriter and producer.
Money Can’t Buy You Class
Money Can’t Buy You Class is De Lesseps’ first song which was released on May 25, 2010, under the stage name Countess Luann. She was inspired to write the song after she finished writing her book, Class with the Countess: How to Live with Elegance and Flair. The song’s lyrics discuss proper manners and etiquette in her book.
Chic C’est la Vie
Chic C’est la Vie is De Lesseps’ second single which was released in June 2011 under the stage name Countess Luann. The song’s lyrics examine her lavish lifestyle. Additionally, the recording process of the song was covered in SN 3 of The Real Housewives of New York City. The song’s video generated multiple internet GIFs.
Luann de Lesseps Tour
De Lesseps declared that she was going on tour in August 2018 with meetings scheduled in Long Island and New Jersey.
Luann de Lesseps Age
De Lesseps was born LuAnn Nadeau on May 17, 1965, in Berlin, Connecticut, U.S.A. She is 58 years old as of 2023. De Lesseps celebrates her birthday every May 17th.
Luann de Lesseps Height
De Lesseps stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Luann de Lesseps Family
De Lesseps grew up in Berlin, Connecticut alongside her six siblings. Her father owned and worked for a construction company. On the other hand, her mother is a French-Canadian.
Luann de Lesseps Husband
De Lesseps has not revealed any details regarding whether or not she is in any relationship. De Lesseps has been married twice. Previously, she was married to Tom D’Agostino Jr. on December 31, 2016. In August of the following year, she revealed that they were getting divorced. Reportedly, the divorce was settled out of court in October 2017 and eventually finalized. When she married Tom, she lost her “countess” courtesy title.
Before D’Agostino, she was married to Count Alexandre de Lesseps. They exchanged vows in 1993 but divorced in 2009 after their 16-year marriage. They have two kids, Noel and Victoria.
In 2018, Victoria, Noel, and Alexandre filed a case against De Lesseps for buying a new home in Sag Harbor after selling the family’s Bridgehampton home valued at $8 million. The house was supposed to be sold and the funds put into a trust fund for Victoria and Noel according to the terms of their divorce. However, they dropped the case and reconciled in 2019.
Victoria De Lesseps/Luann de Lesseps’ Daughter
Victoria works as a visual artist, television personality, and socialite. She was born on November 21, 1994, and is 29 years old as of 2023. She studied at Miss Porter’s School in Farmington and the Ross School in East Hampton. Further, she holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Communication Design from Pratt Institute. Additionally, she attained the degree in 2016 after completing her studies there. She started working for Nicole Miller, a fashion designer, in 2018.
On April 7, 2017, Victoria was apprehended for driving under alcohol influence in Sag Harbor. At first, she was pulled over for driving without using headlights. The next day, she was released without bail and was scheduled to appear in court on May 5, 2017.
Luann de Lesseps Net Worth
De Lesseps has an estimated net worth ranging between $25 Million – $30 Million which she has earned through being a singer, model, author, and TV personality.
Luann de Lesseps The Real Housewives of New York City
De Lesseps rose to prominence by appearing in The Real Housewives of New York City from its 2008 premiere to its 13th season. She served among the main cast members in the series. During SN 6 of the series, she was downgraded to a recurring “Friend of the Housewives.” This was because she was not living in New York City at the time of filming.
It was confirmed that she would not return as a main cast for The Real Housewives of New York City SN 7. On July 16, 2018, Bethenny Frankel declared that De Lesseps skipped the filming of the show’s reunion. This was because she had to reenter an alcohol treatment program.
Luann de Lesseps The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: RHONY Legacy
De Lesseps appeared in SN 1 of The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip in November 2021 when they visited the Triton Luxury Villa in Turks and Caicos Islands. She appears in the show’s 4th season which premieres on December 14, 2023, on Peacock. The show’s 4th season surrounds and reunites the original run of “The Real Housewives of New York City,” as they venture to St. Barths for an adventure. The show stars pop culture icons like
- Kelly Killoren Bensimon
- Kristen Taekman
- Dorinda Medley
- Sonja Morgan
- Ramona Singer
Luann de Lesseps Arrested/Legal Problems
De Lesseps was apprehended in Palm Beach, Florida in December 2017 for unruly intoxication, opposing arrest, battery of an officer, and threatening a public servant. Later, she was released on her pledge but was arrested with a third-degree felony on January 25, 2018. After she was released, she entered an alcohol treatment program.
In July 2018, she pleaded guilty to the misconduct charges of battery, unruly intoxication, and trespassing to settle her Palm Beach arrest. After, the felony accusation of opposing an officer with roughness was dismissed. Further, she agreed to do 50 hours of community service, refrain from drinking alcohol for one year, and attend two Alcoholics Anonymous.
In May 2019, she was arrested for allegedly violating her probation and later released. Her probation ended in August 2019. She left without settling the bill after eating at an upscale restaurant in Washington, Le Diplomate in 2021. A few days later, she paid her unpaid bill.
Luann de Lesseps Alcohol
De Lesseps has struggled with alcohol problems. She was required to refrain from drinking alcohol for a year and attend two Alcoholics Anonymous after pleading guilty to the misconduct charges of battery, unruly intoxication, and trespassing to settle her Palm Beach arrest.
On March 16, 2022, De Lesseps was recorded saying profanities to the crowd at a piano bar in New York City after she took over the microphone. Following the incident, she issued a statement asking for the pardoning of her actions on March 18th and said her alcohol struggle was real.
Luann de Lesseps Instagram
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Luann de Lesseps Diana Ross
De Lesseps received backlash for dressing as Diana Ross for Halloween in 2018. She wore a 70s-inspired white halter-top jumpsuit and a big black afro. Some viewers that she had a darker skin tone which she denied saying that she didn’t do anything to darken her skin tone.
De Lesseps said that she just put on a bronzer that she normally wears and that she was tanned at the time when she appeared on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen. She also apologized for the incident and said that she didn’t mean to offend anyone. Also, she said that she loves and respects Diana and that the costume was a tribute to her. In addition, she said that she would never do blackface.
Luann de Lesseps Surgery
De Lesseps said that she took little injections of Botox, got a little thinner, grew her hair longer, and increased her style. This was after Ira Madison asked what she had done to look so good during a podcast on November 10, 2023. Also, said that her appearance was influenced by the way she feels inside saying that she feels great and is happy.