Tom Schwartz Brands Tom Sandoval A 'Piece Of Sh*t'

In his initial interview post-"Scandoval," the reality TV personality behind the "Vanderpump Rules" franchise, who co-owns several restaurants with his embattled co-star, revealed that the latter was fully aware of the gravity of his situation

Tom Schwartz, who was spotted departing from LAX wearing a hoodie and baseball cap, told TMZ:

“He’s OK, I think. Relatively speaking. I mean, he has a sense of profound sadness, rightfully so. I think he feels like a piece of s–t, and to some extent, maybe he is.”

“But he knows he f–ked up," Tom adds, "The whole thing is just really sad.”

Commenting on the scandal, Schwartz remarked that the narrative was nearly as strange as a piece of fiction.

Tom further revealed that he hasn't had any communication with Leviss since her involvement in the affair with Sandoval made international headlines.

Schwartz also expressed his worry for Madix who had been in a relationship with Sandoval for nearly a decade before discovering that he had been unfaithful with Leviss.

Schwartz told the outlet, “Luckily, Ariana has a really good support system, and she’s with her friends.”

“I’m not sure where she is. I hope she’s living a good life, just indulging. I hope she goes on a living spree. I’m just hoping this whole thing blows over, you know?” he continued.

When asked if he had any knowledge of the purported seven-month-long secret affair between Sandoval and Leviss, Schwartz declined to provide confirmation.

Instead of answering the question directly, Tom teased fans by suggesting that would soon witness the situation unfold.

“You’ll see it play out on the show," he said.

Tom has previously denied making out with Leviss, claiming it was a ploy to divert attention from her affair with his friend.

Schwartz also expressed concern over the potential impact of the scandal on the businesses he co-owns with Sandoval, including TomTom Restaurant & Bar and Schwartz & Sandy's Lounge.

Schwartz said:

“I think Tom’s OK. Really, I’m just sad about the negative impact it’s having on our business, but I think cooler heads will prevail."

“And I’m just gonna keep on keeping on.”

Schwartz's statement followed closely on the heels of Madix's breakup with Sandoval, who had been carrying on a secret affair with the ex-beauty queen since at least July 2022.

Madix discovered evidence of Sandoval's infidelity while attending a performance by his cover band, Tom Sandoval & The Most Extras, in West Hollywood, California, on March 1.

During the performance, Madix came across a sexually explicit video of Leviss on his phone.

Kristen Doute, who had previously dated Sandoval, criticized Schwartz for not speaking up about his friend's affair and called him a "f****** p****".

Leviss and Sandoval have expressed regret over their romantic entanglement.

According to Page Six, the Bravo cameras have been rolling during the aftermath for the show's 10th season.