Laguna Beach Cast Reunites for 20th Anniversary Special

The iconic reality show's original stars reflect on their high school days and the show's lasting impact.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 3:33pm

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The cast of the hit MTV reality series 'Laguna Beach' is reuniting for a special two-hour Roku Original titled 'The Reunion: Laguna Beach.' The special, which premieres on April 10, will feature appearances from Lauren Conrad, Stephen Colletti, Kristin Cavallari, and other original cast members as they commemorate the show's 20th anniversary and share untold behind-the-scenes stories.

Why it matters

Laguna Beach was a groundbreaking reality series that captivated audiences in the early 2000s and spawned the popular spinoff The Hills. The reunion special offers fans a chance to reconnect with the iconic cast and revisit the nostalgic coastal backdrop that made the show so memorable.

The details

The Roku Original special will feature the original Laguna Beach cast, including Lauren Conrad, Stephen Colletti, Kristin Cavallari, Lo Bosworth, Talan Torriero, Trey Phillips, Christina Schuller, Dieter Schmitz, Jessica Smith, and Alex Hooser. The cast will reflect on the show's legacy, share behind-the-scenes stories, and revisit the locations that made Laguna Beach so iconic.

  • The Reunion: Laguna Beach premieres on April 10, 2026.
  • Laguna Beach originally aired for three seasons from 2004 to 2006.

The players

Lauren Conrad

One of the original stars of Laguna Beach and the lead of the spinoff series The Hills.

Stephen Colletti

An original cast member of Laguna Beach who was at the center of the show's love triangle storylines.

Kristin Cavallari

An original cast member of Laguna Beach who was also a central figure in the show's drama.

Liz Gateley

The creator of the Laguna Beach series who is executive producing the reunion special.

Roku

The streaming platform that is exclusively airing the Laguna Beach reunion special.

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What they’re saying

“It was a really positive experience and it sort of started the conversation [about a reunion].”

— Lauren Conrad

“I've really enjoyed getting to know Lauren at this stage in life. We're moms and business women and we have so much in common. We have a lot more in common than I thought.”

— Kristin Cavallari

“When I first pitched the show to my bosses at MTV, never in a million years did I think we would find such a perfect group of real friends. The show not only changed my life and the cast's lives, but the series meant so much to a generation of fans who've been waiting for this.”

— Liz Gateley, Laguna Beach series creator

What’s next

Fans can watch the Laguna Beach reunion special exclusively on The Roku Channel starting on April 10, 2026.

The takeaway

The Laguna Beach reunion special offers a nostalgic look back at the iconic reality show that captivated audiences in the early 2000s and spawned the popular spinoff The Hills. The special provides a chance for the original cast to reflect on their high school experiences and the lasting impact of the series.