Jason Oppenheim and Jessica Vargas Split But Remain 'Best Friends'

The Oppenheim Group owner and realtor associate broke up less than a year after going public with their relationship.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Jason Oppenheim, the owner of The Oppenheim Group, and Jessica Vargas, a realtor associate at the brokerage, have split up. The former couple confirmed the breakup in a joint statement, saying they will remain 'best friends' despite no longer being 'husband and wife'.

Why it matters

Oppenheim and Vargas' relationship was closely followed by fans of the reality TV show 'Selling Sunset', which features The Oppenheim Group. Their split, less than a year after going public, highlights the challenges of maintaining high-profile relationships in the entertainment industry.

The details

Oppenheim and Vargas confirmed their romance in April 2025, making their red carpet debut and going Instagram official. However, the couple has now announced their breakup, with Oppenheim saying 'Jessica is the most beautiful woman I've ever met, inside and out, and while we won't be husband and wife, we will be best friends.' Vargas echoed these sentiments, stating 'Jason and I have a lot of love for each other, and that's not going anywhere' and that they will remain 'close and... best friends.'

  • Oppenheim and Vargas confirmed their relationship in April 2025.
  • The couple split less than a year later, in February 2026.

The players

Jason Oppenheim

The 48-year-old owner of The Oppenheim Group, a high-end real estate brokerage featured on the reality TV show 'Selling Sunset'.

Jessica Vargas

A realtor associate at The Oppenheim Group who was in a relationship with Jason Oppenheim.

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What they’re saying

“Jessica is the most beautiful woman I've ever met, inside and out, and while we won't be husband and wife, we will be best friends. Having her in my life is what matters most.”

— Jason Oppenheim (PEOPLE)

“Jason and I have a lot of love for each other, and that's not going anywhere. The best outcome for us is staying close and remaining in each other's lives as best friends.”

— Jessica Vargas (PEOPLE)

The takeaway

Oppenheim and Vargas' split, despite their commitment to remain best friends, highlights the challenges of maintaining high-profile relationships in the entertainment industry. Their ability to part ways amicably and prioritize their friendship sets an example for others navigating similar situations.