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Give Them Lala
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T he Vanderpump Rules breakout star and provocateur brings her signature sharp wit to the page with this collection of humorous and brutally honest essays exploring her rocky road to fame, sobriety, and beyond.
What does “Give them Lala” mean? It means giving the truest, most honest version of yourself to the world. It means being authentic, bold, adventurous, and having an unapologetic approach to life.
Hollywood is where Lauren Burningham, aspiring actress from Utah, fully embraced her alter-ego Lala Kent, entrepreneur, entertainer, and film and television star. Some say she’s rude; Lala says she claps back. Some say she’s spontaneous; Lala says “eat up the drama.” Some say she’s too bold; Lala knows she’s reality TV gold. Truth is, without giving them Lala, Lauren could never have become the woman she is today.
In her debut collection of essays, Lala shares how you, too, can embrace the best version of yourself and never feel guilty for deserving more. As she leads us on her bumpy journey from suburban boredom to Hollywood glamour, she’ll explain how women can—and should—feel just as free as men when it comes to sex, how sobriety saved her life and relationship, and how we should treasure every day we have with those we love.
T he Vanderpump Rules breakout star and provocateur brings her signature sharp wit to the page with this collection of humorous and brutally honest essays exploring her rocky road to fame, sobriety, and beyond.
What does “Give them Lala” mean? It means giving the truest, most honest version of yourself to the world. It means being authentic, bold, adventurous, and having an unapologetic approach to life.
Hollywood is where Lauren Burningham, aspiring actress from Utah, fully embraced her alter-ego Lala Kent, entrepreneur, entertainer, and film and television star. Some say she’s rude; Lala says she claps back. Some say she’s spontaneous; Lala says “eat up the drama.” Some say she’s too bold; Lala knows she’s reality TV gold. Truth is, without giving them Lala, Lauren could never have become the woman she is today.
In her debut collection of essays, Lala shares how you, too, can embrace the best version of yourself and never feel guilty for deserving more. As she leads us on her bumpy journey from suburban boredom to Hollywood glamour, she’ll explain how women can—and should—feel just as free as men when it comes to sex, how sobriety saved her life and relationship, and how we should treasure every day we have with those we love.
240 pages, Hardcover
Published May 4, 2021
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August 12, 2021
Just because you can doesn’t mean you should.
November 10, 2023
We need a post-Randall scandal updated version
June 7, 2021
I wanted this book to give me more. GIVE ME MORE LALA! I just felt like the stories were not as developed as they could have been. I also felt like there was too much telling when she could have shown. Although Lala provides some insight, the book was mostly surface. I am not sure why I expected more from Lala, but I think because I just read Captain Lee's book my expectations were higher.
January 29, 2023
It’s easy to criticize the narcissism and the superficial understanding of everything other than her experiences and pop culture.
But Lala does represent something in todays society: the glitz, the ego, the social media life, and I can’t think of one thing that’s any good.
But Lala does represent something in todays society: the glitz, the ego, the social media life, and I can’t think of one thing that’s any good.
May 13, 2021
Loved this so much.
April 1, 2022
Im a huge Vanderpump Rules fan but I didn’t think I could stomach reading an entire book, so I opted for the audio version of Lala’s book. A lot of the book is about her relationship with her late father, which was sad and bittersweet. This book was written when her and Rand were still together, so she does a lot of gushing about what a great guy he is… if only she knew the future!
September 5, 2024
*listened to as an audiobook* Please don’t judge me, I’m in my Vanderpump Era 🍸
January 23, 2024
4.5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I’ve had this book for awhile and finally read it. I’m such a fan of the show and I really loved to hear the story of LaLa’s childhood and struggles. You only get to see a little peek of what they want you to see on edited reality TV. It’s nice to see what makes the person who they are 👏🏼
June 12, 2021
This was good. I didn’t expect brilliant writing and it wasn’t brilliant. It also wasn’t bad though, and I really appreciated how emotional she got throughout. It did feel disjointed at certain parts as she kind of leaped from one topic to a completely different one but I think I understand what she was trying to do there. As far as autobiographies/memoirs go, it’s a nice and easy read that was funny and heartfelt.
May 17, 2021
My favorite bravo-leb book so far. Raw & real. Had me laughing and also sobbing. Felt some strong connections to lala and really felt like I got to know her story. I listened to the audiobook on audible and she did a great job narrating.
June 16, 2021
this is the second memoir I’ve listened to this year that has been read by the author and it might be wrong to compare them, but I’m surprised at how much better a reader Lala was hers than Colin Jost was for his?
anyway is it time for me to rewatch all of Vanderpump rules??? whoops
anyway is it time for me to rewatch all of Vanderpump rules??? whoops
May 12, 2021
Pleasantly Surprised
I laughed, I cried uncontrollably, and I love Lala even more now. Best of the Vanderpump cast's memoirs hands down.
I laughed, I cried uncontrollably, and I love Lala even more now. Best of the Vanderpump cast's memoirs hands down.
September 16, 2021
Honest as hell.
Full review to come!
5 ⭐️
Full review to come!
5 ⭐️
March 20, 2024
I just love lala lol! She can do no wrong
November 16, 2023
as a fellow utah girl that is close in age, so many parts of this book resonated with me or at least were hella entertaining. literally went to brighton high, but certainly couldn’t be considered one of the “brighton bitches” 😂
i’ve always thought lala on vanderpump was funny so that’s what drew me to reading this. i feel like i have a better understanding of where she’s coming from and i like lauren from utah even more.
i’ve always thought lala on vanderpump was funny so that’s what drew me to reading this. i feel like i have a better understanding of where she’s coming from and i like lauren from utah even more.
May 19, 2021
I liked this book. But? If you listened to any interviews or podcasts with her on it? A lot of the stories told on them are told in the book. There were a few revealing stories though that were not previously shared. I can tell she means well and I am proud of her on her sobriety journey.
Looking back? I wish I would have done the audible. I bet it would have been fun to hear her talk her way through the stories.
Looking back? I wish I would have done the audible. I bet it would have been fun to hear her talk her way through the stories.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 23, 2021
I did enjoy listening to Lala read this book, but I feel like I have heard a majority of her stories because I have watched and followed her journey on VPR's.. If you are a fan of Lala you will enjoy listening to hear. However, I would not recommend physically reading this book.. That is my opinion on all celebrity books. The audio is far better because you get to actually hear the author's true meaning of their words.
February 18, 2024
It is an injustice that Lala didn’t land on the NYT best sellers list the week her book came out!!!!
Anna Karenina this book is not. But, Lala shows this really vulnerable side to her that I appreciate. She keeps it real and shares so much that has made me understand her being.
Starting today, I will always try to Give Them Lala
Anna Karenina this book is not. But, Lala shows this really vulnerable side to her that I appreciate. She keeps it real and shares so much that has made me understand her being.
Starting today, I will always try to Give Them Lala
May 27, 2024
they could never make me hate lala
September 30, 2022
Love Lala 💖
April 14, 2023
WOW. I’ve been a stan of @pumprules for a LONG time. Ever since the beginning. Me and Lala have gone up and down.. I’ve hated her, I’ve loved her, I have liked her, I’ve been obsessed her, I’ve wanted to throw her in the trash.. you know, how you feel about every reality star. But this.. this made me RESPECT her. And that’s the highest compliment I could give someone.
What I appreciated the most about this book (and hell- I guess I’ll dive right in) was the way she was so candid and vulnerable about her alcoholism. She didn’t shy away from it or make excuses for it - she owned up to it. She was honest, brave, and vocal about it. As I’ve mentioned on my own page here, I struggle with alcohol, and have given it up. So I deeply appreciated and respected the way Lala spoke about her own struggle with the substance and the way she had to ultimately choose to decide she could no longer drink it anymore. It was toxic, it was dangerous, and it was no longer benefiting her life; so she had to get rid of it. One quote in particular stood out to me (so I had to pause the audiobook and listen about 10x): “That’s alcoholism. That’s what it does to a person. It takes away the bad feelings but it also erases the beautiful parts about being human.
All alcoholics do it to effect other people in a negative way.”
Just WOW.
It hit me like a ton of bricks.
How is this person, from this reality show, who others view as so superficial, supposed to have so much wisdom in them?!
But I’m here to tell you you can’t judge a book by its cover.
And you shouldn’t judge Lala Kent.
Because damn, did she teach me a lot in this book.
It had me fired up for my sobriety, and I want to thank her for that.
So that’s my biggest takeaway.
Sure, you’ll get your dose of vanderpump.
You’ll get your tea, your drama, even the Rand tidbits that had me gasping since they aren’t together anymore.
But what had me thankful the most was a former alcoholic looking back and being thankful for her sobriety.
What I appreciated the most about this book (and hell- I guess I’ll dive right in) was the way she was so candid and vulnerable about her alcoholism. She didn’t shy away from it or make excuses for it - she owned up to it. She was honest, brave, and vocal about it. As I’ve mentioned on my own page here, I struggle with alcohol, and have given it up. So I deeply appreciated and respected the way Lala spoke about her own struggle with the substance and the way she had to ultimately choose to decide she could no longer drink it anymore. It was toxic, it was dangerous, and it was no longer benefiting her life; so she had to get rid of it. One quote in particular stood out to me (so I had to pause the audiobook and listen about 10x): “That’s alcoholism. That’s what it does to a person. It takes away the bad feelings but it also erases the beautiful parts about being human.
All alcoholics do it to effect other people in a negative way.”
Just WOW.
It hit me like a ton of bricks.
How is this person, from this reality show, who others view as so superficial, supposed to have so much wisdom in them?!
But I’m here to tell you you can’t judge a book by its cover.
And you shouldn’t judge Lala Kent.
Because damn, did she teach me a lot in this book.
It had me fired up for my sobriety, and I want to thank her for that.
So that’s my biggest takeaway.
Sure, you’ll get your dose of vanderpump.
You’ll get your tea, your drama, even the Rand tidbits that had me gasping since they aren’t together anymore.
But what had me thankful the most was a former alcoholic looking back and being thankful for her sobriety.
May 20, 2021
3.5 she lays it all out there, glad she has more stability with her sobriety, just feel that she is very young for a memoir, but time to strike while her iron is hot.
January 8, 2024
Enjoyed listening to the author read. It was quick and fun! Nothing to write home about.
February 4, 2022
Love it! Thank you Lauren for sharing your pain and your grief struggles. I'm going through the same journey right now and its so good to realise you're not the only one whose ever felt like this after losing the man of their life, their one and only Daddy. And it's so refreshing to hear the truth about a star without the usual filters, simply this is me, warts and all, take me or leave me. I've been firmly in the 'for ( not against) category since seeing Lala on VPR and loved every minute she's on screen, hence buying the book. I'll admit I didn't have all that high expectations but so much in so many ways I could relate to and it actually helped. Thank you for sharing your life on these pages, and of course your brutal honesty of which we've become so accustomed in your case! ❤❤
July 16, 2021
A must-listen for any Bravo fan! Although I think this book deserves the full title on Goodreads, not just "Untitled LK". What's up with that? "Give Them Lala" is a surprisingly insightful look into Lala Kent aka Lauren Burningham's life in the spotlight so far. She does not shy away from her battle with alcoholism and all in all, I think this was actually a very enjoyable trip down the American pop culture lane.
Once in a while you need a dose of laughter and some down and dirty stories, and much like reading "People Magazine", this book absolutely serves its purpose of entertainment. Lala is an upbeat and lively narrator as well. Definitely not for anyone under the age of 16 but very enjoyable!
Once in a while you need a dose of laughter and some down and dirty stories, and much like reading "People Magazine", this book absolutely serves its purpose of entertainment. Lala is an upbeat and lively narrator as well. Definitely not for anyone under the age of 16 but very enjoyable!
May 17, 2021
Definitely the best VPR cast book. She is very vulnerable and shows the Lala you don’t always get to see on VPR
May 11, 2021
Love LaLa!
Such a refreshing look at "reality" from a real point of view. I stopped watching Bravo because of the
"Cancel Culture" and how it repaid these people with turning their back on them. La La and Lauren filled that void. An easy and quick read...I loved it.
Such a refreshing look at "reality" from a real point of view. I stopped watching Bravo because of the
"Cancel Culture" and how it repaid these people with turning their back on them. La La and Lauren filled that void. An easy and quick read...I loved it.
June 8, 2021
Meh. I’m not really sure why I keep buying books from Bravo celebs. They’re so fun to watch on screen, but such a snooze in the book format.
I should also know better buying a memoir from someone who hasn’t hit her 30s yet. Hard pass!
I should also know better buying a memoir from someone who hasn’t hit her 30s yet. Hard pass!
August 18, 2021
Well - I was not expecting that!! Loved hearing the back stories and explanations of what we saw on Vanderpump.
I am a Lala fan to start but even more of a fan now. Loved the book. Would recommend!! ♥️
I am a Lala fan to start but even more of a fan now. Loved the book. Would recommend!! ♥️
May 8, 2022
I read this in less than a day! Lala was so vulnerable in telling her story and explaining her struggles. Even more so, how she responded to her struggles. This gave me a whole new appreciation for her. I’ve always liked her on Vanderpump Rules, but even more so now
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