The Vanderpump Rules cast is currently going through a rocky moment and it all stems from the news that long-time couple and fellow stars Tom Sandoval and Ariana Madix are no longer together. When the news first got out, speculation suggested that Sandoval had cheated on Madix with a fellow cast member, Raquel Leviss .
Madix And Sandoval Called It Quit
Last week, fans became privy to the news that Sandoval and Madix have ended their love life after nine years of how their romance played out on TV. The plot thickened when it was further shared that Raquel Leviss had a hand in the sudden end of their love life.
Sandoval Has Been Cheating
Reports show that Madix discovered her ex had been two-timing and wasted no time ending it all. As early as last Wednesday, the TV stars were together. This has been during his band’s performance in Los Angeles. She had attended the event to show her support.
Madix Found Explicit Details
At one point, fans spotted her and Sandoval sharing a kiss. However moments after this, all hell broke loose. During the event, an explicit selfie video from Leviss was sent to Sandoval’s phone and she happened to be with the device. The startling image forced Madix to scroll through his phone and the older messages unfolded.
It’s Been On For A While
An insider opened up following the development as they informed People that Sandoval and Leviss were involved for months. The source relayed that Madi was ” blindsided by this.” They added that “devastated doesn’t even scratch the surface of how she feels.”
More Sources Weighed In
The source relayed that Madix saw Sandoval as someone she could spend the rest of her life with. She was said to have been showing support for his new single and had no idea all that was going on behind her back.
Leviss Earlier Made Some Declarations
Also on Wednesday and hours before Madix’s bombshell discovery, Leviss had appeared on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen along with Scheana Shay. During the segment, Leviss defended her decision to kiss Tom Schwartz who is Sandoval’s best friend and business partner. She stated that she was just trying to live her life
She Reportedly Told Shay What Was Happening With Sandoval
According to a People source, Leviss later told Shay all that was going on with Sandoval. It was reported that Shay got furious, and immediately went to show support to Madix among other Vanderpump Rules stars.
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Madix And Sandoval Had Issues
Leading up to the cheating scandal, Madix, and the Behind Your Eyes actor had been trying to work through some relationship issues. However, with the heartbreaking news of his infidelity, the relationship was done. Madix is said to have put up with a lot through the years, and will not be disrespected “this way.”
There’s More To The Scandal
According to DailyMail, a source revealed that the scandal has more stories to it, and all these will unfold in the following weeks. The insider stated, “All is not what it seems, however, it is true that Tom and Raquel have been hooking up.”
Cameras Are Rolling
The insider who is from the production wing joked about changing the show’s name to Raquel due to the current drama she is enshrouded in. Currently, production is camera-ready to ca[true the full gist of what is going on.
Sandoval’s Address
In light of all of these, Sandoval took to Instagram sharing a lengthy statement and tendering an apology. He asked fans to forgive his misconduct while demanding that all the grievances be channeled to him, and not his establishment.
Schwartz & Sandy’s Also Released A Statement
Schwartz & Sandy’s is Sandoval’s partnership business with his friend, Schwartz, and through the reality show, the duo’s storyline has been about getting the franchise to function well. The holding put out a statement asking fans not to mete their anger on it. The statement addressed staff welfare, reminding fans that it was people’s means of livelihood.
Reactions To Sandoval’s Statement
The actor’s statement might have subtly touched on his relationship and cheating scandal, but it was termed unsatisfactory by some of his co-stars. An angry Lala Kent took to Instagram shutting him down and decrying the absence of a direct apology to Madix.
Lala Kent Lashed Out
She slammed him on her Instagram stories penning, “S*ndoval. Shut up. Employees, abort mission. Where’s Ariana’s apology in this? It’s called narcissism … & and it’s terrifying.”
Katie Maloney Echoed A Similar Opinion
Katie Maloney who was one of those who rushed to Madix’s side after the news, also took to Instagram noting that Sandoval did not apologize to his long-time lover, and he did not mention hurting her.
James Kennedy Also Criticized Sandoval
Still showing support for Madix, TV star, James Kennedy, made a screenshot of Sandoval’s apology and shared it on his Instagram page in a now-deleted post. He referred to the actor as a clown while asking fans to unfollow him.
Madix’s Brother Weighed In
While their fellow stars called Sandoval out, Madix’s brother Jeremey was not left out. He alluded to people being fake while noting how the word, best friend was loosely used. Jeremy relayed referenced the show noting that it was all about storylines as he concluded that it was “toxic.”
Earlier Speculations About An Open Relationship
Before their messy breakup, Madix had clarified speculations that she and Sandoval were in an open relationship. She stated point-blank that they were not. She relayed, “We don’t have an open relationship. I’m really not that cool. thought that was obvious,”
Madix And Sandovals’ Love Life
While Sandoval was on the show before her, he and Madix connected when she joined Vanderpump Rules. She worked as a bartender at Lisa Vanderpump’s restaurant. The pair later confirmed their relationship during the season 2 reunion, and since then fans watched them navigate their love life on TV.
