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The Valley: Persian Style Cast Reacts to U.S. Strikes on Iran
Bravo stars share their thoughts on the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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Several cast members of the Bravo reality show 'The Valley: Persian Style' have spoken out about the United States' recent military strikes in Iran that resulted in the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The cast members expressed a mix of relief, hope, and grief over the situation, with some calling Khamenei a 'lunatic' and 'murderer' while also acknowledging the uncertainty and loss of life involved.
Why it matters
The reactions from the 'The Valley: Persian Style' cast provide insight into how the Iranian-American community is responding to the escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran. As a high-profile group with a platform, their perspectives shed light on the complex emotions and political dynamics at play.
The details
In social media posts, cast members like Tanin Nikpey, Reza Farahan, and Reza Jackson expressed a range of reactions. Nikpey called Khamenei a 'lunatic, murderer, torturer and devil' but said the loss of innocent lives is 'bittersweet.' Farahan and Jackson celebrated Khamenei's death as a victory for the 'Iran revolution.' The cast members acknowledged the uncertainty around Iran's future leadership and the difficult path to freedom, but said there is an 'incredible sense of hope' among the Iranian people.
- On Saturday, February 28, President Donald Trump and the White House confirmed that Khamenei had died in an airstrike at the age of 86.
- On Sunday, March 1, Trump shared an update that three U.S. military service members have been killed in action as part of 'Operation Epic Fury.'
The players
Tanin Nikpey
A cast member of 'The Valley: Persian Style' who expressed a mix of relief and grief over Khamenei's death.
Reza Farahan
A cast member of 'The Valley: Persian Style' who celebrated Khamenei's death as a victory for the 'Iran revolution.'
Reza Jackson
A cast member of 'The Valley: Persian Style' who also celebrated Khamenei's death, saying 'the revolution is in full motion.'
Donald Trump
The President of the United States who confirmed Khamenei's death and referred to him as 'one of the most evil people in history.'
Ali Khamenei
The Supreme Leader of Iran who was killed in a U.S. airstrike at the age of 86.
What they’re saying
“I can say — the fact that the lunatic, murderer, torturer and devil, Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader of Iran, is finally dead is truly the best thing that's happened to our country in a very long time.”
— Tanin Nikpey, Cast member, 'The Valley: Persian Style' (Instagram)
“02/28/26- History is made! The revolution is full motion. LEZGOOO!!! 💚🤍❤️ #iranrevolution.”
— Reza Jackson, Cast member, 'The Valley: Persian Style' (Instagram)
What’s next
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The takeaway
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