The Siesta Key cast certainly made waves in and out of their Florida town.
Two years after MTV aired the show’s series finale, many cast members continue to hold onto fond memories of the reality series.
“One that stands out the most is from season 1 when we went to Bimini,” Kelsey Owens exclusively told Us Weekly. “On the way home, the cast and crew all took a ferry back together and spent the ride blasting music, dancing and just hanging out. It might sound small, but it’s always stuck with me because it was such a pure moment. The show hadn’t aired yet, everyone was getting along and we were just young, carefree and living in the moment without realizing how much things were going to change.”
For five seasons, cameras followed a group of young adults as they navigated friendships, relationships, careers, breakups and makeups in their beachside Florida hometown.
To this day, many of the show’s stars say they receive questions from fans who feel like they know them.
“People always ask if I’m still close with the rest of the cast. Yes!” Madisson Hausburg shared with Us. “I am friends with all of the girls! We are all extremely supportive of one another. No matter how much time passes, I believe us girls will always have a very unique, unbreakable bond.”
Another common question Amanda Marie Mizell always gets is, “Was it real?”
“Some of it was intensified to make TV more interesting but my storyline was truly so real and I think that’s why viewers connected with me,” she told Us. “I always came full-heartedly as my true self and it was wild to watch myself grow up on TV. I can’t help but chuckle at some of the things I actually said! I feel like I was so young and I have grown so much.”
Keep reading to see just how much the Siesta Key cast has grown up:
Madisson Hausburg
Madisson and her husband, Ish Soto, remain happily married with a daughter named Sunday. While they briefly lived on the West Coast, the family moved back to Florida to enjoy a slower paced life.
“My wedding will always be my favorite memory on Siesta Key,” Madisson shared before recognizing her son, who was delivered stillborn in 2021. “I will forever be grateful to MTV and the producers for such a special day. I was seven months pregnant with my son, Elliot, and having those memories caught on camera means the world to me.”
Kelsey Owens
In May 2024, Kelsey married Max Strong in her dream wedding ceremony. In their first year of marriage, the couple has worked on renovating a home that they’re looking forward to moving into. They also launched a photography business called MKB Photography.
As Kelsey looks forward to starting a family “in the next few years,” she couldn’t help but reflect on the sisterhood of the Siesta Key cast.
“No matter what drama or challenges we’ve faced, I truly believe that if any cast member called another truly needing help, we’d show up for each other,” she said. “Filming the show created a bond that’s hard to explain. It’s just there.”
Juliette Porter
Since Siesta Key came to an end, Juliette has continued working on her swimwear and resort wear line called JMP The Label. She also entered the podcasting world by cohosting the “Don’t Be Ridiculous” podcast with Sebastian Genta.
“There was nothing left for me in Siesta Key, and I was ready for a change,” Juliette told Page Six in 2022. “I didn’t realize how bored I was living in the city that I grew up in. We were doing the same thing that we’ve always done. It became a routine.”
Garrett Miller
Happily married to Makenna Quesenberry, Garrett and his wife now call Georgia home as they enjoy the great outdoors with their three dogs.
“I’ve been focusing on fitness and wellness,” Garrett shared with Us. “I launched a fitness app called Fourthouse, which offers personalized 1-on-1 coaching for clients looking to transform their health and lifestyle. It’s been incredible to combine my passion for fitness with helping others reach their goals.”
After five years on the show, Garrett still remembers all the scenes with Makenna. “Without a doubt, any scene I got to film with my wife stands out as my favorite,” he said. “Those moments felt the most genuine and meaningful, and it was so special to share that part of my life with the audience.”
Amanda Marie Mizell
Since the show came to an end, Amanda married JJ Mizell and welcomed a daughter named Miya. “Going from my independent traveling wild self, to a wife and mom has been quite the challenging journey,” Amanda shared with Us. “But I’ve grown so much from it and have so much love for my family. I couldn’t imagine my life any other way now!”
In between freelancing in the filmmaking industry and helping local businesses with their advertisements and marketing, Amanda can’t help but recall some wild trips with her costars.
“As much as everybody else is traumatized by it, I truly loved filming on the island!” she said. “It was such a unique experience that I know was once in a lifetime, and I cherished every second of it.”
Camilla Cattaneo
After the show wrapped, Camilla started her own influencer agency, Astro Social Agency, where she works with some of her costars. On the personal side, she met an “amazing boyfriend” named Bradley Knotts.
“It’s been a beautiful bond,” she told Us, “and I’m grateful for this exciting chapter in both my personal and professional life.”
Camilla remains grateful for the support she receives from fans after revealing in a Siesta Key episode that she had an ectopic pregnancy. “So many shared how that moment helped them not feel alone or afraid, and how deeply emotional that scene was for them,” she said. “It really touched me to hear how it connected with so many people on a deeper level.”
Cara Geswelli
Cara said goodbye to Siesta Key and hello to the ranch life with her boyfriend, Michael Wheary. When she’s not working as a nurse at a local hospital, she takes care of donkeys, chickens and ducks at her “happy place.”
Out of all the scenes she filmed for Siesta Key, Cara remembers one particular moment with Jordana Lexus.
“We were rollerblading and were terrible at it — kept falling and s— in the middle of serious conversations,” she said. “It was very funny. Filming on Palm Island was also such an amazing experience. Though I was aware I wasn’t exactly wanted there, I didn’t really give a f—. The island was stunning.”
Lexie Salameh
After the show ended, Lexie moved from Miami to Delray Beach where she works in real estate. Outside of work, she spends time with friends, stays active and focuses on personal growth.
“I’ve also enjoyed building new connections and settling into this slower, more relaxed chapter of life,” she told Us. “It’s been refreshing, and I’m excited to see what’s next!”
After documenting her dating life on reality TV, Lexie said she still gets young women asking for advice. “My advice is trust your instincts,” she said. “If something doesn’t feel right, it’s OK to put yourself first and walk away. It’s not always easy, but choosing your own happiness is so worth it in the long run.”
Robby Hayes
After leaving Los Angeles in 2022, Robby headed back to his home state of Florida where he became licensed in real estate. He also continues his social media and marketing work with Jake Peterson through their agency, Rebella.
To this day, Robby still gets asked about throwing Chloe Trautman’s phone into the water. His favorite memory, however, involves an infamous trip.
“Greece. Hands down, he said. “And what happens there…”
Chloe Trautman
Happily married to Chris Long, Chloe is now a mom after welcoming Forrest in July 2024. The self-proclaimed homemaker remains focused on holistic health and beauty and staying out of drama.
“Jesus gifted me salvation, another year of loving my husband, and our little Forrest boy this year,” Chloe wrote via Instagram in September 2024. “I did nothing to receive such gifts. Thank you Lord for this life.”
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Brandon Gomes
While Brandon tries to keep her personal life off of social media after Siesta Key came to an end, the musician continues working on new tunes. He also appears focused on spending more time with his son, Quincy, who he shares with ex Delainey Salek.
“Happy Birthday Q!” he wrote via Instagram in June 2024. “I love you son. More life and blessings ahead. I’m proud to be your father and miss you so much. We’ll be back together soon.”
