Pfeifer Skips 'Age of Attraction' Reunion Amid Split from Derrick

The reality star addresses rumors about her relationship and feuding with the cast.

Mar. 27, 2026 at 11:04pm

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Pfeifer, a contestant on the Netflix reality show 'Age of Attraction,' did not attend the show's upcoming reunion special, sparking speculation about her relationship status with her former partner Derrick and potential feuds with the cast. In a previous interview, Derrick confirmed that he and Pfeifer are no longer together, though Pfeifer has remained cryptic about the reasons behind her absence from the reunion. Pfeifer has, however, opened up on social media about her experience on the show, including feeling pressure from the production team to be 'sexier' despite a past trauma.

Why it matters

Pfeifer's absence from the 'Age of Attraction' reunion raises questions about the status of her relationship with Derrick and the dynamics within the show's cast. As a high-profile reality TV personality, Pfeifer's experiences and choices provide insight into the realities of appearing on such programs, including potential issues around intimacy, trauma, and interpersonal conflicts.

The details

In the finale of 'Age of Attraction,' Pfeifer told Derrick she was ready to move from Seattle to Dallas to be with him and his kids. However, Derrick later revealed in an interview that the move never happened and the two are no longer together. When the reunion trailer was released, it showed that Pfeifer was not in attendance, with host Nick Viall noting her absence. Pfeifer has since commented on social media that she will 'talk more' about her reasons for skipping the reunion after it airs. She has also addressed rumors that she unfollowed the rest of the 'Age of Attraction' cast, saying there is no bad blood. Pfeifer has opened up about feeling pressure from the production team to be 'sexier' on the show, despite a past sexual assault experience that made it difficult for her to show intimacy with Derrick.

  • The 'Age of Attraction' reunion special will premiere on April 1, 2026 on The Viall Files YouTube channel.
  • Pfeifer and Derrick's relationship was featured on the 'Age of Attraction' finale, which aired in the summer of 2025.

The players

Pfeifer

A contestant on the Netflix reality show 'Age of Attraction' who did not attend the show's upcoming reunion special, sparking speculation about her relationship status and dynamics with the cast.

Derrick

Pfeifer's former partner from 'Age of Attraction,' who confirmed in a previous interview that he and Pfeifer are no longer together.

Nick Viall

The host of the 'Age of Attraction' reunion special.

Natalie Joy

The co-host of the 'Age of Attraction' reunion special.

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What they’re saying

“'It looks like Pfeifer is not here. Does anyone know where she is?'”

— Nick Viall, Host

“'That's a negative for us. It didn't happen...I'm no longer with Pfeifer.'”

— Derrick

“'I can talk more on this after it airs on april 1st!'”

— Pfeifer

“'It wasn't like they were explicitly pressuring me to do anything, but when you're put in that situation, everyone's there to shoot something. That environment just makes you feel like there is a pressure to give them what they want.'”

— Pfeifer

“'Derrick was completely so supportive during this' and that she never felt 'psychologically messed with by the show.'”

— Pfeifer

What’s next

Fans will have to tune in to the 'Age of Attraction' reunion special on April 1, 2026 to see if Pfeifer addresses her absence and the status of her relationship with Derrick.

The takeaway

Pfeifer's experience on 'Age of Attraction' highlights the complex issues reality TV contestants can face, including pressure to conform to certain expectations, the impact of past trauma, and the challenges of maintaining relationships after the cameras stop rolling. Her absence from the reunion raises questions about the inner workings of the show and the cast's dynamics.