The Valley cast member Michelle Saniei is the mom to a 5-year-old daughter, Isabella Bunny Lally, that she shares with her ex-husband, Jesse Lally. And Michelle has so much love for the little girl. The real estate agent took to Instagram on Feb. 28, where she shared a look inside of her life as a single mom to her adorable daughter.
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And Michelle posted so many photos and videos showing off just how much fun they have with each other. In the videos, Isabella can be seen speaking in French, surprising her mom with her morning drink, listing off all of the reasons why she loves her, and showing off her ballet skills. In the photos, Isabella can be seen smiling alongside Michelle, giving her a big hug, pouring her some coffee, doing gymnastics, and playing cards.
“Watching you grow into such a smart, independent, caring, and sweet soul is the greatest gift of my life,” Michelle wrote in the caption of the post.
Michelle Saniei opens up about her life today as a single mom
When she isn’t spending time with Isabella, Michelle is taking time for herself and investing back into her life today. Michelle recently took to her Instagram Story, where she posted videos of her attending ballroom dance classes after a two-decade-long break. “It’s been over 20 years since I’ve taken a Latin ballroom class, and I was trying to learn the steps quickly,” she wrote over the clips, showing off her skills.
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Michelle Saniei and Jesse Lally share details on their co-parenting journey
Michelle previously spoke with The Daily Dish in May 2025, where she revealed that she and Jesse have a “very strict” custody agreement when it comes to co-parenting Isabella. “So she’s basically with both parents very often, which I think is very healthy for her to have mom and dad. Like I have always said, he’s a great father,” she explained.
Jesse also spoke with The Daily Dish, where he echoed what Michelle had said. “In the moment, it’s going really well,” he said. “You know, ask me that a year ago — so much has changed. So, it’s going pretty well right now.”
Are Michelle Saniei and Jesse Lally officially divorced?
After splitting in 2024, the parents finalized their divorce in October 2025. “Michelle and I have taken the last step towards finalizing our divorce. We’re moving forward with mutual respect for each other and focusing on making memories with Isabella,” Jesse told Us Weekly at the time, with Michelle adding, “I’m grateful we reached an agreement and we can both start a new chapter in our lives. Our number one priority has always been Isabella and we’ll continue to coparent to be the best parents for her.”
Who is Michelle Saniei dating?
Following her 2025 breakup from her boyfriend following her split from Jesse, Michelle has kept her current dating life more of a mystery. During BravoCon 2025, she shed more light on her last romantic relationship and what led to the split.“I lived on my own for a year, I moved in with him, and we just realized quickly that, you know, he was just not ready for my situation with a child, and it was just better to be apart,” Michelle explained.
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What does Michelle Saniei do for a living?
When she’s not busy being a proud mom, she’s selling houses as a luxury real estate agent. She attended college at from California State University, San Marcos.
Details on Michelle Saniei’s life on The Valley Season 3
Viewers will get to see more of Michelle’s life as a mom on The Valley Season 3. According to an announcement for the new season, Michelle is “now fully embracing her new single life and finally focusing on herself” by “starting fresh in a new home.” But, she’s still dealing with the effects of Jesse and his girlfriend, Lacy Nicole, being in their friend group.
“She’s more than ready to let her hair down and let go of her past, but her looming divorce and the constant presence of Jesse and Lacy around her friends weigh on her,” the announcement continues. “Following the first anniversary of her mom’s passing, Michelle works through grief and forms a close bond with Lala [Kent] and an unexpected friendship with Tom [Schwartz].”
Learn more about what is in store for Michelle and her cast members on The Valley Season 3.
