Lala Kent has "mixed feelings" after being axed from 'Vanderpump Rules'

The 34-year-old star said on Instagram: "Where to begin. I was a young girl from Salt Lake City who made her way to L.A. I would introduce myself as Lauren, but because my childhood best friend referred to me as Lala, my nickname quickly stuck. Sur was a place that became home. I found myself not only sipping on vodka sodas there, but behind a hostess stand... it still to this day is the most intimidating job I've ever had. A short time later the opportunity to be on a show called Vanderpump Rules landed in front of me. (sic)"

Although Lala has "mixed feelings" about her exit, she's also relished her time on the hit TV show.

The reality star acknowledged that 'Vanderpump Rules' has "changed [her] whole life" and Lala feels "unbelievably grateful" to have been given the opportunity.

She said: "I have such mixed feelings right now. It's no secret I do not like change. This is the exception. I want to say thank you for rocking with us for so many years. This show changed my whole life. I'm unbelievably grateful for every moment. I'm unbelievably grateful for Bravo, for NBCU, for our crew, the entire cast, and most importantly all of you. We rocked this b**** until the wheels fell off [dancing emoji] (sic)"