The Valley has just lost one of its most volatile cast members — and the internet is reeling. Danny Book, once billed as the next breakout star of Bravo’s explosive spin-off, has been fired from the show after a deeply disturbing incident on set involving alleged alcohol abuse. The scandal was sparked by the leak of a behind-the-scenes video, showing Danny visibly intoxicated, screaming at producers, and knocking over equipment during what was supposed to be a routine filming day.
The leaked video — which appeared on Reddit before being swiftly removed — captures Danny stumbling through a production tent, eyes glazed, words slurred, and shirt half-unbuttoned. In the footage, he can be heard shouting, “You think you own me? I am the f***ing storyline,” before tripping over a lighting stand and storming off-camera. One female producer is seen trying to de-escalate the moment, only to be met with more verbal aggression. The footage is brief, but damning — and according to insiders, it was just the tip of the iceberg.
Sources close to production revealed that this incident took place late into Season 3 filming. Danny reportedly arrived on set already under the influence, despite prior warnings and a behavior clause added to his contract following a suspected off-camera drinking episode during Season 2. The night quickly spiraled into chaos. Production was halted, cast were rushed to holding areas, and executives were called into an emergency meeting. According to one crew member, “He was completely out of control. He smelled like vodka, was paranoid, yelling about people ‘betraying him,’ and accusing the crew of trying to set him up.”
The following morning, Bravo and production officials made the decision to terminate Danny’s contract effective immediately. He was escorted off set and allegedly served legal documents confirming his removal from the show. While he initially attempted to downplay the situation in a post-incident interview — nervously muttering, “I don’t remember everything. I might’ve had something. I might’ve had a drink... but I didn’t hurt anyone” — insiders claim it only solidified the network’s decision.
Now, the conversation behind closed doors is whether or not this footage — and Danny’s dramatic exit — should be included in the season. Producers are reportedly split: some feel it’s raw and compelling reality TV, others warn it could be seen as exploitative given the gravity of Danny’s personal struggles. “This isn’t just drama. This is someone unraveling,” one Bravo source admitted.
Meanwhile, cast reactions have been blunt. One insider said, “It was a ticking time bomb. We all saw it coming — the lying, the mood swings, the disappearing acts. He wasn’t okay.” Others have remained silent, while Lisa Vanderpump — who has long championed accountability on her shows — is said to be “furious and heartbroken” over what she sees as a betrayal of trust and professionalism.
Fans are also torn. Some are expressing sympathy, acknowledging addiction as a serious illness and calling for compassion. Others are praising Bravo for making a tough, but necessary call. One viral comment read: “Sobriety isn’t a storyline. It’s a responsibility. If he can’t stay sober while filming, he shouldn’t be there.”
Danny has yet to make a public statement, but sources close to him say he is “devastated,” “ashamed,” and “fearful for what comes next.” Whether he’ll seek help, stage a comeback, or fade into obscurity remains to be seen — but for now, his departure marks one of the darkest chapters in The Valley’s young history. And if the footage ever airs, it will be a moment that haunts Bravo for years to come.