Popular reality TV show Storage Wars has delighted viewers from its 2010 premiere. Viewers have come to like Jarrod Schulz and Brandi Passante among other vibrant members throughout the years. But the couple’s dramatic split and Jarrod’s final leave from the program have begged questions about what preceded these developments.
The Last of an Era for Jarrod and Brandi
Brandi and Jarrod had split ways, per reports of the show’s break between 2018 and 2021. The couple had been long-time partners both on and off-screen even though they were never formally married. Season 13 saw their split made public when Brandi said, “I’m not with Jarrod anymore.”
The two kept showing up on Storage Wars but mostly avoided each other after their split. This caused obvious conflict at auctions, with on-screen competition and banter reflecting their personal differences.
Legal Concerns and Jarrod’s Leave
Following an argument with Brandi at an Orange County pub, Jarrod Schulz was accused in April 2021 of misdemeanor domestic violence. Reports state that the episode happened when Jarrod got to the location Brandi was hanging out with friends. The matter turned into a furious quarrel, and Jarrod supposedly shoved Brandi.
Jarrod departed the site prior to law enforcement showing up. Days later, Jarrod refuted the claims under interrogation by law enforcement.
These legal concerns apparently prompted the A&E network to launch an internal inquiry to ascertain Jarrod’s show future. Jarrod stopped showing up as a full-time cast member during Season 12, however the network has never formally said whether he was fired or left voluntarily.
Living Beyond Storage Wars
Jarrod has stayed low profile since leaving the show. Today he runs and owns the Rush Bar and Grill in Lake Forest, California. Brandi has stayed on Storage Wars and keeps developing her profession at the same time. She has embraced her independence and even shown enthusiasm about bidding at auctions without her previous partner.
Currently co-hosting the podcast Happening Now With Hammer on YouTube, Brandi has also revealed her experiences as a single mother to their two children, Payton and Cameron.
Ahead
Both Jarrod and Brandi have gone on from their time as a couple on Storage Wars despite the difficulties and adjustments. While Jarrod’s life away from the camera centers on his business endeavors, show fans still get fresh episodes including Brandi and other cast members.
Viewers continue to be fascinated by the personal tales behind the adored Storage Wars stars as the show develops.