Raquel Leviss Stuns at 2023 Jingle Ball, Her First Red Carpet Appearance Since Split with Sandoval
Raquel Leviss sparkled at KIIS FM's iHeartRadio Jingle Ball, gracing her first red carpet since the Scandoval era A stunning presence, she captivated the event on December 1, leaving a lasting impression
Raquel Leviss attend KIIS FM’s iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2023 on December 1, 2023 in Inglewood, California. Jesse Grant/Getty Images for iHeartRadio
Rachel "Raquel" Leviss made a stunning comeback to the red carpet at the KIIS FM's iHeartRadio Jingle Ball in Los Angeles on December 1. The 29-year-old Vanderpump Rules alum looked dazzling in a sequined bustier dress with a sheer overlay, accessorized with delicate gold rings and a chic bob hairstyle.
The reality TV alum opted for a smoky eye and a subtle pale pink lip for a glamorous look.
Leviss made her first red carpet appearance at the music festival since news of her affair with Pump Rules costar Tom Sandoval broke. It was confirmed in March that Sandoval, 41, and his longtime girlfriend Ariana Madix had split after his months-long secret relationship with Leviss.
Leviss, who was previously engaged to James Kennedy before their split in 2021, has mostly been keeping a low profile since the scandal became public. Following her apology to Madix, 38, and her appearance at the Vanderpump Rules season 10 reunion, Leviss checked into a mental health treatment facility.
Upon completing the inpatient program in July, Leviss ceased communication with Sandoval.
Raquel Leviss attend KIIS FM’s iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2023 on December 1, 2023 in Inglewood, California. Monica Schipper/Getty Images
Rachel and Tom have not communicated for almost three months, according to a source who exclusively spoke to Us in September. The source also shared that Leviss made the decision for the sake of her mental health, despite Sandoval's persistent attempts to reach out through writing and calling.
In a separate incident, Sandoval left a heartfelt birthday message for Leviss on Instagram later that month. However, she responded by blocking him from viewing any of her social media content. This action was part of Leviss' revamped online strategy to prioritize self-improvement.
“I needed to take some time away because of the overwhelming chaos and negativity online,” Leviss explained in an August episode of Bethenny Frankel’s “ReWives” podcast. “I also went to a treatment facility to better understand my own actions.”
She added, “My main goal was to really understand why I keep choosing unavailable men and finding myself in unhealthy relationships. I needed to figure out what changes I needed to make in my behavior and identify the underlying causes of these patterns.”
Leviss, who opted not to return for Vanderpump Rules season 11, is gearing up to further tell her side of the affair drama through her new podcast venture.
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"I'm Rachel Leviss," she announced in a teaser for her new podcast "Rachel Goes Rogue," released on November 30th. "This January, I'll be sharing my side of the story, and you might just be shocked by what you learn. I hope you'll tune in."
Leviss’ podcast will release its debut episode on January 8, 2024, with a summary promising that the former beauty queen will “come clean” after staying quiet for “long enough.”
