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Cassandra Dawn made her Selling Sunset debut in season 7, which premiered on Netflix on November 3, 2023. The season followed the lives of real estate agents at The Oppenheim Group in Los Angeles, blending luxury real estate with high-stakes drama. In season 7, Cassandra was introduced by Chelsea Lazkani, hoping to get her hired by the group.
Although she did not work at The Oppenheim Group, her involvement brought plenty of tension, particularly with fellow cast member Bre Tiesi. Her role in season 7 was brief but memorable, as her introduction to the other agents quickly sparked drama due to her contentious history with Bre.
While the season did not reveal whether she would be joining The Oppenheim Group, her interactions, especially her argument with Bre, left a lasting impression on the cast and viewers alike.
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Cassandra Dawn's career and appearance on Selling Sunset
Real estate career and journey
Cassandra Dawn didn’t initially start out in real estate. She spent years as a contemporary art advisor in Los Angeles and London, working with prestigious clients. According to Realtor.com, she guided collectors in acquiring artwork by renowned artists such as Jean-Michel Basquiat, Andy Warhol, and Damien Hirst.
In an interview with TODAY.com in November 2023, she stated that buying her first home was a turning point.
"When I experienced the process of buying my first home with my husband, I thought, 'Maybe I can do this.'"
Her personal experience and her clients' encouragement motivated her to make the leap into real estate. She went on to work with Christie's in Beverly Hills and became affiliated with the Aaron Kirman Group and Revel Real Estate in California.
Despite being a newcomer to the Selling Sunset cast, Dawn brought her unique experience to the table. While she didn't secure a position at The Oppenheim Group during season 7, her co-listing of a $29 million property with Jason Oppenheim hinted at her ambitions to join the company in the future.
Tension between Cassandra Dawn and Bre Tiesi
One of the most notable storylines in Selling Sunset season 7 involved the tension between Cassandra and Bre Tiesi. Upon meeting, Dawn mentioned that she and Bre "knew each other from back in the day," a statement that Bre immediately disputed.
Suggesting that their history wasn’t as significant as Dawn implied, Bre clarified during the show:
"We didn’t actually hang out or meet or anything."
Bre also mentioned that Dawn had been messaging her on social media, though she did not seem interested in rekindling any sort of connection.
The situation escalated in the season finale when Dawn confronted Bre about her cold demeanor. Their argument turned heated, with the former accusing Bre of being rude. This led to an explosive moment when Bre walked out, calling Dawn a "basic-a*s b*tch."
This clash became one of the season's focal points, adding more drama to the show's usual mix of real estate and interpersonal conflict. Despite the friction, Dawn's time on the show helped her establish her presence, especially since viewers are now curious if the tension will continue in future seasons.
Personal life and marriage
Cassandra Dawn shared personal details about her life on Selling Sunset. She shared that she had been married to John Repstad, for a little over a year and a half by the time of filming. John, like Dawn, works in the real estate industry, primarily in commercial real estate.
The couple tied the knot on October 9, 2021, at the Rosewood Miramar Beach in California, surrounded by family and close friends. On Instagram, Dawn shared her joy about her marriage, writing:
"I married the man of my dreams as we celebrated with our families & closest friends. Within 1 year of meeting, his love broke down my walls...I’ve grown more as a person by his side than I thought I would in a lifetime."
Outside of work and her time on Selling Sunset, Dawn enjoys spending time with her husband and their puppy in Santa Monica. She is also passionate about visiting art galleries and listening to uplifting podcasts.
Dawn's history as a model and connections to Selling Sunset
Before her real estate career, Cassandra had a successful modeling career. According to her IMDb biography, she was named the Playboy Cybergirl of the Week in June 2010. She also appeared on Playboy Shootout, a reality show where models and photographers competed for a feature in the magazine.
During this period, she crossed paths with Selling Sunset cast member Heather Rae El Moussa, another former Playboy model. Dawn's appearance on Selling Sunset even included her mentioning Heather, highlighting their past connection.
The two were photographed together in 2018, and she expressed excitement over Heather’s new baby, which created an interesting dynamic between the show’s newer and older cast members.
Interested viewers can stream Selling Sunset season 7, including Cassandra Dawn's debut, on Netflix.
