Exclusive: Ariana Madix Returns to ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Season 11 Alongside Scheana Shay and Katie Maloney After Explosive Scandoval Drama!

Ariana Madix, Scheana Shay and Katie Maloney. Shutterstock (3)

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Ariana Madix and her fellow Vanderpump Rules cast members exuded style as they filmed a scene together, minus Tom Sandoval and Raquel Leviss.

On Friday, July 2, Madix, aged 38, turned heads in a denim mini dress paired with metallic gold platform heels during her outing in Los Angeles. She was joined by Katie Maloney, who sported an elegant black ensemble complemented by a floral shrug.

The twosome rendezvoused with Lala Kent, who sported a stylish jumpsuit adorned with a captivating pattern, and Scheana Shay, who elegantly combined a pair of brown leather pants with a chic black one-shoulder top. Later, Shay, aged 38, delightedly shared videos of herself, Madix, and Maloney joyfully dancing in a lavatory during their outing.

Ariana Madix, Scheana Shay, and Katie Maloney were present, but Leviss was noticeably absent. Leviss, a former beauty pageant contestant, had an affair with Sandoval for several months. This not only ended Sandoval's nine-year relationship with Madix but also ruined Leviss' friendship with the Lifetime actress.

Leviss, who recently appeared on an extended version of the Pump Rules reunion that aired last month, expressed uncertainty about her return for season 11 during an interview with host Andy Cohen. In the one-on-one discussion, which took place in March, Leviss revealed, "I don't know. It is currently uncertain," when asked about her future on the show. She added, "I want to." Additionally, Leviss is presently undergoing treatment in a mental health facility, and negotiations regarding her association with Bravo are ongoing.

An insider informed We on Friday, June 30 that Raquel is expected to check out of the mental health facility in the next 10-15 days. The source also mentioned that Leviss has the option to extend her stay if desired. According to the source, the producers of Pump Rules have remained dedicated to supporting Raquel's treatment. It is still uncertain what the final decision will be, as both parties are hoping to reach a solution that ensures Raquel receives the necessary treatment while still being involved in the show.

After wrapping up the filming of the Vanderpump Rules season 10 finale in March, Leviss sought assistance from the counseling center. In the subsequent reunion, which was broadcasted in May, Leviss disclosed that Sandoval had requested her to provide false information regarding the commencement of their relationship, which actually began in August 2022.

Leviss' representative informed Us in an April statement that, prior to the relationship being revealed, she and her family had already made the decision for her to voluntarily participate in mental health counseling. It was clarified that Leviss was not seeking treatment for substance abuse. The statement also mentioned that Leviss had initially planned to admit herself to the facility before the VPR reunion on March 23. However, she ultimately chose to fulfill her filming commitment first. Bravo and production were fully aware of and supportive towards her journey to attain better mental health.