Tom Sandoval‘s reunion with the “Vanderpump Rules” cast members turned emotional as he was seen wiping away tears during their night out. The cause of his breakdown remains unclear.
Meanwhile, tensions escalated between Sandoval and Scheana Shay, leading to a heated argument where Scheana shouted about Sandoval’s involvement with Raquel Leviss. Sandoval was also recently involved in a dispute with his best friend and business partner, Tom Schwartz, at their own establishment, TomTom.
Leviss, on the other hand, is still negotiating her return to the show while prioritizing her mental health, and there are claims that she is playing hardball to secure a higher compensation.
Keep on reading to learn more.
Tom Sandoval Seen In Tears Amid Filming Of New ‘VPR’ Season
Tom Sandoval’s reunion with his “Vanderpump Rules” cast members didn’t go as smoothly as anticipated, as a new video has surfaced showing him breaking down during their first night out together. Some are questioning the authenticity of his tears, suggesting they may be an act to garner pity.
According to witnesses at SUR in West Hollywood, where the gathering took place on Tuesday night with Raquel Leviss notably absent, Sandoval was engaged in a conversation with his jeweler friend Kyle Chan.
However, around 9 PM, emotions ran high as Sandoval was spotted wiping away tears, but it’s unclear what exactly triggered his emotional state. On the other hand, Ariana Madix appeared to be in high spirits, engaging in lively conversations with the other women present.
Tom Sandoval Confronted With His Actions
The entire “VPR” cast was at SUR Restaurant to enjoy James Kennedy’s DJ set and have dinner with their esteemed boss, Lisa Vanderpump. This momentous occasion marked the first time this season that all the cast members were seen together in the same location.
However, amid the festivity, tension arose between Sandoval and Scheana Shay, leading to a rather intense argument. Unfortunately, most of their conversation was drowned out by the background noise, but Scheana’s voice could be heard shouting, “If you hadn’t f**ked Raquel…” before storming off in frustration.
Adding to the drama, Sandoval was also involved in what appeared to be a heated dispute with his best friend and business partner, Schwartz, on Saturday night at their own establishment, TomTom, located in West Hollywood.
TMZ captured footage of the pair sitting across from each other, engrossed in what seemed like a serious conversation. Sandoval’s piercing gaze hinted at the intensity of the exchange. To no surprise, cameras from the reality show were present, ensuring that this incident would be featured in the upcoming season currently being filmed.
Raquel Leviss Is ‘Playing Hardball’ With ‘VPR’ Producers
Although other cast members are already filming, Raquel Leviss is still in negotiations to return for the show’s eleventh season, even as she remains in a mental health facility. According to TMZ, Leviss’ representatives are currently engaged in discussions with Bravo, the network behind “Vanderpump Rules.” The report suggests that Leviss’ mental health is a primary consideration in any potential return to the show.
However, there are also claims that she is negotiating fiercely with Bravo to secure the highest possible compensation for her return.
Speaking to Page Six, an insider revealed that Leviss is determined to maximize her earnings and is playing hardball during the negotiations. The expectation is that a deal will be reached between Leviss and Bravo before the cast embarks on their trip to Lake Tahoe next week, ensuring her appearance in season 11.
‘Raquel Leviss Is Concerned For Her Well-Being’
Despite Leviss being expected to start “filming soon,” the former beauty queen is reportedly genuinely apprehensive regarding her personal safety and well-being. The concern arises particularly from the traumatic experience she endured during the Season 10 reunion, where she received backlash from her fellow cast members.
According to a Page Six source, watching the reunion proved to be an overwhelmingly painful ordeal for Leviss. “The way the other women just completely tore her apart and essentially wished her dead. It was just a lot to take,” the source shared.
Leviss became persona non grata on the show after her months-long affair with Sandoval, who was in a nine-year relationship with Madix, became public knowledge.