Brandi Passante is currently in a relationship with real estate agent and bar owner Clifford Beaver. Longtime fans of the hit A&E reality series Storage Wars often wonder about her current romantic standing following her high-profile, decades-long split from former co-star Jarrod Schulz.
While reality television often blurs the lines between public entertainment and private reality, Brandi has navigated her personal life away from the cameras in recent years. This breakdown explores her current relationship status, her history with Jarrod Schulz, and how she balances life as a mother and public figure.
Who is Brandi Passante Dating Now?
Brandi is currently dating Clifford Beaver, a businessman and real estate professional who also owns a bar. The couple went public with their relationship in May 2023 when Brandi shared a birthday compilation video on her Instagram account created by Beaver, which featured public expressions of affection.
Unlike her previous relationship, which played out entirely on television and in thrift store storefronts, Brandi keeps details about her romance with Beaver relatively low-key. They occasionally share glimpses of their life together on social media, but they largely maintain a boundary between their private lives and the entertainment spotlight.
The End of an Era: Split from Jarrod Schulz
For over twenty years, Brandi's personal and professional life was closely tied to Jarrod Schulz. The couple met in 1999 and became breakout fan favorites on Storage Wars starting in 2010, even starring in their own spin-off series, Brandi & Jarrod: Married to the Job.
Though viewers often referred to them as husband and wife, the couple never legally married. Cracks in the relationship grew behind the scenes, and the couple quietly separated in 2018—a split that Brandi later formally addressed publicly in early 2021 during an interview on the Dad Diary podcast.
The breakup became more complicated following a public domestic dispute in April 2021 at an Orange County bar, which resulted in a misdemeanor domestic violence charge against Schulz. Following the separation and subsequent events, both moved on independently, with Jarrod pursuing other relationships and Brandi focusing on her family and career.
Life as a Mother: Cameron and Payton Schulz
Amidst the shifting dynamics of her romantic life, Brandi’s primary focus has consistently remained on her two children, Cameron and Payton, whom she shares with Schulz.
- Cameron Schulz: Born prior to their television fame, Cameron graduated high school and pursued studies in technology.
- Payton Schulz: Born in 2006, Payton has occasionally been featured in milestone updates, having studied finance at Concordia University.
Following her split from Jarrod, Brandi took on primary custody, raising them largely out of the intense tabloid cycle. She has frequently spoken about protecting her children's privacy online, stepping back from sharing frequent family photos after dealing with online harassment directed at her family.
Life After Storage Wars
Brandi continues to engage with her fan base through convention appearances, social media, and select media interviews. While her return to competitive storage locker bidding has fluctuated over the seasons, her independent television presence proved that she didn't need a packaged co-star dynamic to command viewer interest.
She has embraced a quieter lifestyle away from the chaotic storefront days of the Now and Then Thrift Store, focusing instead on personal ventures, cooking, entertaining, and spending time with her circle of close friends and family.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Brandi Passante and Jarrod Schulz still on Storage Wars together?
No. Following their split, Jarrod Schulz stopped appearing on the series, while Brandi has continued to make selective appearances as an independent buyer.
Did Brandi and Jarrod ever get married?
Despite popular belief and their spin-off show title implying a domestic partnership, the couple never legally married during their two decades together.
Who is Clifford Beaver?
Clifford Beaver is a real estate agent and bar owner who entered a relationship with Brandi around 2023. The couple maintains a supportive partnership while keeping details largely private.
Does Brandi Passante have full custody of her kids?
Yes, following her separation from Jarrod Schulz, Brandi took on primary care and custody responsibilities for their children, Cameron and Payton.
