ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA: When 'Selling the OC' returns for season 2 next month, it will include a new cast member. Alexandra "Ali" Harper was introduced to the Oppenheim Group's Orange County team in the reality show's Season 2 teaser. The Nashville native joins the group as an ambitious agent attempting to break into the tough real estate market.
When 'Selling the OC' returns this week, the multi-million-dollar homes, drama, and commission checks are about to get bigger and better. The new season will launch on Netflix on September 8, and according to the teaser, everyone's favorite estate agents will be back—but there's also a new lady in town who's arrived to change things up.
Ali is set to join the Oppenheim Group on 'Selling the OC' this season, although she doesn't appear to be a full-time agent just yet. "I'm still navigating," she told Women's Health ahead of the second season's premiere. "I'm exploring getting my real estate license, and you'll kind of see that unfold in season three."
If this were a 'Housewives' episode, we'd call her a "friend of" the regular cast.
She isn't on the real estate group's website right now, but that may be to avoid spoiling anything in the forthcoming season. Based on the teaser, she'll undoubtedly make an impression at the O Group, regardless of her function.
According to The Tennessean, the newest O Group agent was born and raised in Tennessee's Williamson County, just outside of Nashville. Ali told WH that she is presently dividing her time between Nashville and Orange County.
Before she started receiving fame for her role in 'Selling the OC', Ali was already a name in the pageant world. According to The Tennessean, she was crowned Miss Tennessee in 2017. Going by her LinkedIn page, Ali went on to rank in the top ten of the Miss USA competition.
Ali also revealed to People exclusively that she will be making "the biggest and scariest decision of my life yet" in the upcoming season. She competed for and won the title of Miss Tennessee USA in 2018 and finished in the Top 10 of Miss USA, all while working three jobs and driving for Uber Eats on the side.
It also runs in the family. According to The Tennessean, Ali's mother also won Miss Tennessee in 1981.
If you've done any Instagram searches, you'll know Ali enjoys sharing recipes on her feed. She appears to create anything from savory pastries to the ideal cocktail garnish.
Who is 'Selling the OC' agent Alexandra Harper dating?
Her boyfriend's profession and the show have kept her traveling back and forth, but she doesn't appear to be relocating to the OC. "I have a very serious relationship in Nashville," she told WH. "My family is there."
Ali's "serious relationship" is with Lucas England. According to Instagram, the pair has been dating for approximately two years, and he is one of the reasons Ali became interested in real estate.
"The whole purpose of me exploring this new life and new career [in Orange County] was that my boyfriend always travels," she explained. "We were looking [for] an outlet to split our time 50/50" between Nashville and Orange County."
According to his LinkedIn profile, Lucas is presently the vice president of a worldwide supply chain organization. According to Instagram, they met after being neighbors for several years.
Alexandra Harper on 'Selling the OC' Season 2
Ali has joined the O Group team, so there are now four Alexandras to keep track of. Ali, 30, has been labeled as "pretty, charismatic, but overrated" in the season 2 promo thus far. Also, "Jarvis 2.0": Only time will tell about that characterization.
Shortly before her debut, Ali spoke with Women's Health about her first few months at the O Group. Simply put, this has been one of the most "daunting" assignments she has ever had. "Going into the real estate market in a place like OC is by far the most difficult [job] so far," she told WH.
Speaking with House Beautiful, Ali said, "It's my first season, although it's season two of the show, so obviously you'll be able to see me making a very big decision, kind of going into a new chapter of my life, and also forming relationships. It's been an incredible experience, and I think it'll be really fun to watch."
Ali further told People, "I think it’s safe to say I’m not scared of a little competition and chaos!"
"Having a desk at the Oppenheim Group is any real estate agent’s dream," the optimistic future agent said.
She is delighted to surround herself with individuals who are enthusiastic and ambitious. "Every agent at the O Group exudes a level of confidence and tenacity that is unparalleled," Ali added.
Despite the challenges of uprooting her life and relocating away from her family, she has formed bonds with several of her cast colleagues.
"I immediately gravitated towards [Alexandra] Jarvis," she explained. "It’s absolutely wild how much we have in common—our upbringing, Southern roots, our faith."
She also stated that she instantly connected with Polly Brindle. "She has been so welcoming and really supportive right off the bat," Ali said.
She stated the best advice she got from her new pals was to "have a backbone," before adding, "Oh, and 'pick a side.'"
While the teaser for the season hinted at a lot of drama, Ali stated that she was not one to instigate it. "I’ve never been one to initially stir the pot… but will I toss in a bit of seasoning, turn up the heat, and hand off the spoon? Absolutely," she taunted.
When will 'Selling the OC' Season 2 air?
Much more drama is anticipated when 'Selling the OC' returns for its second season. The eight half-hour episodes, which will debut on Friday, September 8, have a teaser trailer, photos, and a portrait of ambitious real estate agent Alexandra "Ali" Harper, who is the newest employee of the OC office.
Real estate in Orange County is in better shape than it has ever been, agents are doing well, and there is a listing for $1 billion! There will undoubtedly be drama and tension, and the new agent will "ruffle a few feathers."
A video that everyone is talking about piques curiosity. Some are accused of being excessively polite. Others approach clients when others aren't looking.
Season two of 'Selling the OC' drops September 8 on Netflix.
