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I heard from a lot of you this past week and after seeing this week's episode, the truth is still not told. During the filming of that scene, I simply got tired of Jeff shouting over me as I tried to make my point clear. Since the accusations are ludicrous, I’ve been trying to take the high road on all of this by not giving it any energy. Unfortunately, that’s not really getting the truth out, so to address Jeff’s half-truths head on I’ve complied a list of his statements followed by the truth of what really happened.

Jeff: “Ryan is stealing business from me."

Truth: I have never misled anyone into thinking they were contacting Jeff. In my line of work, people do not steal jobs from other designers. If you were trying to call the Honda dealership to buy a Honda and reached someone at Mercedes, wouldn’t you notice? The people that are attracted to Jeff and his work are different from those that want to work with me.

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183 Comments
03/06/2010 - 4:45pm
Dianne Robinson

It's always sad to see a friendship crumble. I think Jeff is obsessing and it's costing him ... not just financially. Good Luck Ryan!

01/09/2010 - 6:22pm
seville

First of all, I am no Jeff fan! I cannot stand how he treats other people, and, how he snickered when those tw became ill from chemicals. He is lucky that they didn't sue his arss off. I don't believe that you stold anything from him! I think that you stopped lissing his arzz and that is what he is so mad about. Keep up the good work!

12/04/2009 - 6:32pm
An-Tuan

I think it is unfortunate that you and Jeff could not resolve this matter. However, I must agree with Jeff in thinking the behavior Ryan displayed was very suspicious. However, I don't think Ryan stole business from Jeff. As much as I do like Jeff, he seems to be a type A personality and has tunnel vision. He see's what he wants, hears what he wants, and believes what he wants.

11/24/2009 - 9:01am
JM67

Ryan,

After watching the reunion show and seeing the interaction between you and Jeff, I find it sad that the situation has not resolved. I understand your position, but imagine if something happened to either yourself or Jeff and you were not able to speak with each other again. I had a similar situation and live with regret every day knowing that I cannot ever speak to my friend again. If I could go back, I would find a way to work out the issue - which now seems very small. Granted, I have no idea what the total scope of the issue between the two of you is, and I have no idea what it's like to work with Jeff in reality, but I can tell that Jeff will not be the one to step up and admit he was wrong on any level. You would need to be the person to end this since you are far more stable than Jeff - he needs help.

I wish you health and happiness!

11/20/2009 - 6:37pm
Vicki Lynn

Ryan, I have watched the show the last two years and have loved the antics of Jeff, but this year I could see the cracks in his facade and I am so sorry that it all came down on you, you are a decent man who has had the misfortune in getting caught up in the train wreck that is Jeff's life. You will go on to have a wonderful life with many friends, I don't see that as a possibility for Jeff. Best wishes to you and yours.

11/07/2009 - 7:36am
Natalie-NY

Ryan,
I love Flipping Out and yes we are all Jeff Lewis' fans. I am saddened by the end of your friendship, but with every closing door another one is opened. I hope you both can get past this in private. Apologize to Jeff about the web links even if you intended no harm. Good luck on all your future endeavors.

11/06/2009 - 12:31am
Syndi NY

I will say this, JEALOUS, Jeff is jealous of your success, which has always been design, but you did share some house flips together and made good money doing that.
You chose to shy away from flipping & concentrate on your design business. Now he is jealous, and resentful, that you have moved forward. You are best to part ways, he was only bringing you down for not continuing to be a part of his tyraids. Best of Luck for you & your family!

11/04/2009 - 5:02pm
Kizzy

I wish both of you would just go back to the beginning, and remember why you were friends in the fist place. I lost a very dear friend over a misunderstanding, and it's an awful feeling. Don't let money come between you, OK. Trust is the key word here. If you can't tell Jeff what is going on, then honestly SHOW HIM!!!!!

11/04/2009 - 1:52am
S.Pee Pee

Ryan, I think you touched subtly on many points of a celebrities power and wrath. I admire your integrity throughout this entire situation. That said, if I could afford it I would hire YOU for design work. I think I will continue to watch the show, I enjoy the cast and tolerate and am sometimes amused by Jeff. Thanks, Ryan and Good luck!

11/04/2009 - 12:54am
Dennis6

I love your hairstyle on t.v. Where can I get mine done?

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