Reality TV star Scheana Shay has been part of the public eye for over a decade through her time on Vanderpump Rules. Now, she’s telling her full story in her new memoir My Good Side. From deeply personal struggles to unexpected celebrity romances, Shay opens up about many previously untold chapters of her life.
The book doesn’t just cover the highs of fame. It dives into mental health, betrayal, and private pain that Shay has carried for years. While she says she didn’t write the book to “throw anyone under the bus,” she’s still laid out some bombshell revelations that fans and readers won’t forget anytime soon.
Let’s explore the most jaw-dropping moments from My Good Side.
Scheana Faced a Silent Battle with OCD
Scheana reveals in her memoir that she has struggled with signs of OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) since childhood. From arranging objects neatly to jumping on certain floor tiles, she always had small habits. But it wasn’t until after the birth of her daughter, Summer Moon, in 2021 that her symptoms worsened.
She became obsessed with her Instagram following number, especially trying to keep it at 420 — a reference to marijuana. It was only later that she got a proper diagnosis and began treatment through therapy, medication, and EMDR (a trauma therapy technique).
Shay admits she missed out on enjoying parts of early motherhood due to intrusive thoughts, but now feels more in control and aware.
Brock Davies’ Affair Was Hardest to Write About
One of the most emotional parts of the book is when Shay opens up about her husband Brock Davies’ affair. She found out about it while she was pregnant in 2020 but chose to keep it private until now.
At the time, she says she was protecting her daughter and trying to save her marriage. Shay also felt revealing it publicly would have shifted attention away from Scandoval — the cheating scandal involving Ariana Madix.
She reveals that the pain was real, and writing about it made her face something she had kept buried for almost two years.
She Once Questioned Her Sexuality While Seeing Brock
In 2019, while she was just beginning her relationship with Brock, Shay shares that she had confusing feelings for a close female friend, referred to as “DD” in the book. They would kiss, hold hands, and even go on what felt like dates.
Shay says that if her relationship with Brock hadn’t progressed, she might have explored those feelings further. But she was afraid of how the Vanderpump Rules audience would perceive it and chose to stay quiet — until now.
Her Romance with John Mayer Included Late-Night Phone Calls
Shay also opens up about a short fling she had with singer John Mayer in 2008. The relationship overlapped with another non-exclusive relationship she had with actor Eddie Cibrian. Shay claims Mayer was particularly fond of phone sex, though their connection ended when a friend allegedly leaked the news to tabloids.
Out of respect for Mayer, she didn’t share everything, saying she wanted to keep some boundaries while still sharing her truth.
She Was Caught Between Eddie Cibrian and LeAnn Rimes
Scheana also discusses the complicated love triangle involving Eddie Cibrian and LeAnn Rimes. She says she was dating Cibrian around the time his affair with Rimes became public.
Shay felt betrayed and even helped leak a fake story to tabloids in revenge, though she later signed a statement denying any romantic connection once he was with Rimes.
Looking back, Shay says Cibrian was “probably” cheating on her, though the situation wasn’t straightforward.
Lisa Vanderpump Allegedly Knew About Her Affair — and Used It for TV
One of the biggest revelations in My Good Side is Shay’s claim that Lisa Vanderpump knew about her affair with Cibrian all along. Shay recalls being asked to serve Cibrian’s ex-wife, Brandi Glanville, on camera — a move she now believes was planned for drama.
A producer later confirmed to Shay that Lisa had known and used the situation to help launch Vanderpump Rules. Shay says this confirmed what she had always suspected: that her personal pain was used for reality TV content.
The Reunion Restriction Order Drama Was a Setup, Shay Claims
During the Vanderpump Rules reunion, Rachel Leviss had filed a restraining order against Shay. Shay now claims that host Andy Cohen gave her a fake court document suggesting the order was dropped. Her lawyer later told her it held no legal value.
Shay believes the moment was staged, and though she ripped up the document on camera, it was never aired.
Scheana Shay’s memoir is filled with emotional honesty, drama, and behind-the-scenes stories that fans never knew. From mental health struggles and personal betrayal to unexpected romances and TV stunts, Shay finally takes control of her story.
Whether or not you’ve followed her journey on reality TV, My Good Side is a bold and revealing look at a woman who’s grown up in the public eye but kept many truths hidden — until now.
