Ariana Madix Accuses Tom Sandoval of Attempting to Harm Her Dog in Explosive 'Vanderpump Rules' Trailer
Ariana Madix confronts Tom Sandoval in explosive 'Vanderpump Rules' trailer, accusing him of attempting to harm her beloved dog As tensions rise, the couple's relationship faces a breaking point after Tom's infidelity with Raquel Leviss is exposed
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The debut trailer for season 11 of Vanderpump Rules already hints at a captivating array of conflicts, clashes, and fractured relationships. At the recent BravoCon panel on Friday, November 3, fans were treated to a snippet of the show's drama, featuring shattered friendships and intense face-offs. The entire cast, consisting of Ariana Madix, Katie Maloney, Lala Kent, James Kennedy, Tom Schwartz, Scheana Shay, and Tom Sandoval, graced the event with their presence.
During the sneak peek, the cast gathers for a beach outing, witnessing James, 32, as he draws a clear divide between Ariana, 38, and Sandoval's areas. He sternly cautions the others, instructing them not to cross the line as the costars come together once again on the screen.
In a different scene, Lisa Vanderpump attempts to support Sandoval, 41, in a conversation with Lala, 33, and Scheana, 37. She emphasizes the predicament he faces, pointing out that losing both his best friend and his business is a major setback. It seems that everything in his life has taken a turn for the worse.
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In the clip, Sandoval has the potential to reconcile with Scheana, who warmly embraces him. Yet, Katie, 36, cautions Scheana that it is impossible to be friends with Sandoval and stay loyal to Ariana at once.
“If you choose to associate with him, she will completely sever ties with you,” Katie warns Scheana. "Consider your next actions with utmost caution."
However, the most startling revelation occurs when Ariana confronts Sandoval head-on. "You've destroyed my life, my sanctuary, and even tried to harm my beloved pet. My attorney will be handling this," she asserts, leading Sandoval to contemplate making an exit during another scene at the beach outing.
Season 11 of Vanderpump Rules, set to premiere in January 2024, follows the revelation of Sandoval's affair with Raquel Leviss. The news of Ariana and Sandoval ending their near-decade-long relationship due to his infidelity was revealed in March. Although filming for season 10 had concluded, cameras resumed to capture the aftermath of the cheating scandal. Following a confrontation with her costars at the season 10 reunion, 29-year-old Raquel sought treatment for her mental health and subsequently decided not to return for season 11.
Sandoval, on his part, made a comeback to the Bravo series despite the fact that the majority of his fellow cast members were not on speaking terms with him. As filming began earlier this summer, Scheana opened up about the difficulties she has encountered thus far, having shared numerous scenes with Sandoval.
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During her Amazon Live in July, Scheana shared that she experienced a day during her 11 seasons of Vanderpump Rules that was more emotionally draining than any other. She confessed that she cried so much that her eyelashes hurt, her contacts became dry, and she felt congested. In every possible way, she felt weak. This particular day stood out as the most overwhelming in all of her seasons on the show. Scheana then recounted being partnered with Sandoval for a "spiritual meditation" exercise.
"It was incredibly uncomfortable," she acknowledged, labeling the interaction as "compelling television" for the audience. "I strongly disapprove of his treatment towards Ariana, no doubt about it. Given our enduring friendship, people often label me as disloyal or indecisive. But losing a friendship of such longevity has definitely been a challenging experience."
Furthermore, Lala insinuated that the viewers can anticipate unexpected surprises and unpredictable developments.
“There will come a time when the dust settles and people move on. It’s the most peculiar season of filming we have ever experienced,” she stated during the same month on her podcast "Give Them Lala." "Normally, when we film, I eagerly await the airing of the episodes. This time, however, I am focused on taking care of myself, healing, and only then will I withdraw from the public eye."
Ariana recently shared her insights on the lessons she has learned since the scandal emerged.
"This experience made me realize my capability to overcome challenges. The worst-case situation actually occurred, and I managed to handle it just fine. Just look at it - you have the ability to handle whatever comes your way," shared Ariana, who was honored as We's first ever Reality Star of the Year, in an exclusive interview with Us. "Since joining the show, I have matured significantly. I used to resist growing up, but over time, I have learned to appreciate and accept myself more. This has enabled me to be more forgiving towards myself and others during the filming process."
