Lala Kent Opens Up About Impact of 'Vanderpump Rules' Reunion on Friendship with Ariana Madix

Lala Kent Addresses Rumors Ariana Madix Eviscerated Her

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Lala Kent gave a hint about her current relationship status with Ariana Madix following the taping of the Vanderpump Rules season 11 reunion.

During an episode of The Talk on Wednesday, March 20, Lala, 33, addressed a fan's tweet claiming that Ariana had "eviscerated" her at the reunion and that it had ruined their friendship. Lala clarified, "I think the exact tweet was 'Ariana eviscerated Lala at the reunion and it was friendship ruining.' And only one of those things is true. I'll let you all decide."

As the Bravo reunion filming took place on Saturday, March 16, rumors began circulating about certain cast members potentially being excluded after season 11. Specifically, Lala and Scheana Shay have faced criticism for filming with Tom Sandoval following his cheating scandal with Rachel “Raquel” Leviss.

Lala expressed her unwavering stance on her statements from the previous season's reunion and throughout the current season. She emphasized, "I stand by everything that I said last season, even last season’s reunion. And I stand by everything I said this season." Reflecting on her emotional state after her breakup with Randall Emmett, she explained, "I’m in a different place than I was last year. Scandoval ran very parallel with where I was in my heartbreak, so I was out for blood."

She mentioned that before filming season 10, she knew she was embarking on a journey to possibly have another child. She realized the importance of being gentle and practicing compassion, as she valued it when others did the same for her. She hoped that others would show the same kindness to her daughter, especially when she makes big mistakes.

Last year, before season 10 of Vanderpump Rules aired, Lala and Randall, who have a 3-year-old daughter named Ocean, ended their relationship. The new season showed Lala navigating life as a single mother, leading her to explore the option of Intrauterine Insemination (IUI). Recently, she shared the exciting news that she is pregnant with her second child through a sperm donor.

Bravo viewers were surprised in March 2023 by the news of Sandoval's split from Ariana, 38, because of his infidelity. The Vanderpump Rules cast mostly supported Ariana, but in season 11, it seems like the rift may not be permanent.

After filming the reunion, Lisa Vanderpump shared with We about the emotional day. She mentioned that it started off slowly and gradually became more intense, eventually leading to tears from everyone involved.

Lisa, 63, stood up for Lala and Scheana, 38, on the show by asking for some understanding towards Sandoval.

“If I was defending him, I’d be saying what he did was OK. What he did was not OK. But a lot of other people [on the show] have done it. So if you look at statistics of infidelity, he didn’t kill anybody,” she continued. “So yes, the way he did it [and] the way he handled it was all wrong.”

Lisa made it clear that she continued to support Ariana. She mentioned, "We were all hurt by it. However, during the show, we discussed the issue, and I emphasized to Bravo the importance of maintaining honesty about why it was crucial for me to promote unity within the group."

Season 11 of Vanderpump Rules is shown on Bravo on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET and can be streamed on Peacock the following day.

Editor's P/S:

Lala Kent's recent comments on "The Talk" offer intriguing insights into the evolving dynamics within the Vanderpump Rules cast. Her confirmation that Ariana Madix "eviscerated" her at the reunion, but that their friendship remains intact, hints at a complex and nuanced relationship. Lala's unwavering stance on her past statements, despite her emotional struggles last year, showcases her resilience and growth.

The article also sheds light on the aftermath of Tom Sandoval's cheating scandal and the cast's response. While the group initially rallied around Ariana, it appears that the rift may not be irreparable. Lisa Vanderpump's defense of Sandoval, while acknowledging his wrongdoing, highlights the complexities of human relationships and the importance of forgiveness. The upcoming season 11 promises to delve deeper into these interpersonal dramas, as the cast navigates the fallout from Sandoval's betrayal and Lala's pregnancy journey.