Kristin Cavallari 'thankful' to now be pals with Lauren Conrad Kristin Cavallari and Lauren Conrad locked horns on Laguna Beach, but they have since made up and are good pals. 27 March 2026 Kristin Cavallari is "thankful" that she and Lauren Conrad could heal their tumultuous friendship. Laguna Beach alum Lauren Conrad and Kristin Cavallari The reality TV stars repeatedly clashed and had a slew of dramatic moments on MTV's Laguna Beach, including their love triangle with co-star Stephen Colletti, but getting older has taught Kristin and Lauren not to hold grudges over minor things.