Jax Taylor and Tom Sandoval's 'Vanderpump Rules' Season 11 Encounter Holds Promise
Jax Taylor surprises fans as he reveals a major shift in his perception of Tom Sandoval after their heartwarming encounter during the filming of 'Vanderpump Rules' Season 11
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Jax Taylor shared that he has resolved his issues with Tom Sandoval and considers them to be in the past, despite his previous criticism of him. On their "When Reality Hits" podcast on November 10, Jax, who is 44 years old, revealed that he had spoken to and spent time with Sandoval at BravoCon. He expressed that enough time has passed for them to move on from their differences.
Jax and Brittany, both 34 years old, surprised fans at a Las Vegas event when they appeared alongside Kristen Doute. The trio has been gradually making a comeback to the Bravo universe after filming a spinoff of Vanderpump Rules earlier this summer. Jax has confirmed that he also filmed scenes for season 11 of the popular Bravo series, leading to his reconciliation with Sandoval, who is 41 years old.
"I had a genuinely nice conversation with him," Jax mentioned on Friday. "What he went through was truly life changing. We had a really good talk. We sat down and spoke for about two hours. My main concern was to ensure that he was doing alright. I just wanted to check up on him."
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Furthermore, he stated that the scene he shot with Sandoval was extremely intense. It was not limited to just Sandoval, as a few other individuals were also involved. This gripping scene transpired at a well-known location, captivating a large crowd of spectators.
Brittany expressed her lack of enthusiasm about the possibility of Sandoval rejoining their circle of friends.
"Having conversations is a positive step, but it's important to approach this cautiously and ensure that people undergo genuine change. It takes a significant amount of time to truly change, as you know all too well," Brittany stated to her spouse. "Let's wait and see how this situation unfolds."
Despite Brittany's lackluster response, Jax remained steadfast in his newfound opinion of Sandoval, emphasizing, "I sincerely believe he is a good person, despite the challenges he has faced. We all make mistakes and have our fair share of setbacks in life. Yes, he made a wrong move, but I refuse to write him off completely."
Since joining Vanderpump Rules alongside Sandoval in 2013, Jax's perception of his co-star has fluctuated numerous times. Initially, they were friends when Bravo showcased their experiences working at Lisa Vanderpump's SUR restaurant. However, their bromance was on the verge of crumbling on multiple occasions, such as Jax's involvement with Sandoval's former girlfriend, Kristen, aged 40, during season 2.
In March, news emerged that Sandoval had engaged in a romantic relationship with his costar, Raquel Leviss, leading to the end of his nearly decade-long relationship with Ariana Madix due to his unfaithfulness. Following the scandal, Jax and Brittany wasted no time joining the conversation surrounding Vanderpump Rules.
"I don't want to say I told you so, but I did. I can't say I'm surprised, I'll just leave it at that," he stated in an interview with Entertainment Tonight in March, referring to his previous claims that Sandoval had cheated on Ariana, who is 38 years old. "He's done this before and no one believed me. This isn't his first time."
During his Sandoval-related press tour, Jax took the opportunity to offer some advice to his former friend. Reflecting on his own mistakes in life, he expressed his concern about Sandoval's inflated ego due to his nine-person cover band and the bar in a strip mall. Jax believed that Sandoval needed to humble himself and have a reality check. Jax and Brittany also addressed the drama publicly in a three-episode feature on Peacock's Watch With during Vanderpump Rules' tenth season.
