Scheana Shay is reconsidering how much of her personal life belongs on television. The reality star recently opened up about balancing her career with motherhood. Her daughter, Summer, appears to be influencing that decision.
Scheana Shay says daughter Summer influenced her reality TV break
Speaking to People at DIRECTV’s Unscripted Event, Scheana discussed Summer’s interests. The five-year-old currently enjoys creative activities rather than pursuing her mother’s career. Scheana said, “She wants to be an artist.”
Summer recently started a new art class and reportedly loves it. “She’s loving that. She loves drawing and painting,” Scheana explained. The proud mother also described her daughter’s relationship with performing.
Although Summer enjoys being onstage, she remains “a little shy.” Scheana recalled setting up a camera and watching her daughter enjoy performing. Summer also joined her mother onstage for her 41st birthday.
“She sang a few songs with me, and that was so adorable,” Scheana recalled. However, she emphasized that Summer still experiences some shyness. The reality star made it clear she would not pressure her daughter.
“So I’m not pushing any of this on her,” she said. Scheana also connected Summer’s needs to her own television decisions. “It’s also a big reason why we just kind of are taking a break from TV.”
The Vanderpump Rules alum admitted she remains uncertain about what suits Summer. “I don’t know if that’s what’s best for her right now,” she explained. However, Scheana added, “But I can’t stay away.”
Scheana currently appears on The Valley, following her time on Vanderpump Rules. Her comments suggest motherhood is shaping her approach to reality television. She has not described the break as a permanent departure.
Elsewhere, Scheana shared an encouraging update about Summer’s first school year. She said her daughter “absolutely loves the school she’s going to.” Summer has also made several friends and enjoys extracurricular activities.
The five-year-old plays soccer and participates in musical theater. She also attends math club, which Scheana says she is thriving in. The proud mother compared her daughter to Gabriella from High School Musical.
