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Tom Sandoval's actual age remains a perplexing enigma in the annals of Vanderpump Rules. This enigmatic situation has even caught the attention of the Bravo show's editors, who seem to enjoy the mystery surrounding his age. In a recently released episode on Peacock called "Extended Secrets Revealed," which debuted on June 15, previously unaired footage from season 10 showcased Tom, the cofounder of TomTom, mentioning his age during a date with his then-girlfriend Ariana Madix.
Ariana, aged 37, playfully remarked to the employees at a roller skating rink in Los Angeles that she may be an adult in theory, but not in practice. In response, Sandoval jokingly referred to himself as a "39-year-old boy." However, a message appeared on the screen stating, "Fact Check: Tom is 40." In reaction to Sandoval's claim of being in his late 30s, the co-owner of Something About Her called him a "weirdo."
"Sandoval, you're 42 and past your prime. You had a stunning home and a gorgeous girlfriend, but you ruined it all. And for what? A brainless bimbo," James Kennedy, the 31-year-old DJ who was previously engaged to Raquel Leviss, expressed in a confessional during the episode.
In March, it was confirmed that Sandoval and Ariana had ended their relationship after almost ten years together due to Sandoval's unfaithfulness. Just one month later, the businessman shared how his perspective on life had shifted after celebrating a significant birthday. During an episode of the "Howie Mandel Does Stuff" podcast, he expressed, "Upon turning 40, my outlook on life drastically changed. Everything seemed quite bleak, and I began to lose my motivation and drive. I felt a sense of being trapped. It made me question the necessity of material possessions and consider making changes in order to regain my motivation and optimism."
Sandoval expressed that the intimacy and connection in his relationship with Ariana were lacking. He described their dynamic as more similar to best friends or roommates, rather than romantic partners. They often traveled separately and attended events alone, leaving him desiring a deeper connection. As a result, he found solace in his close friendship with Raquel, who became a source of support and strength for him.
Ariana strongly refuted Sandoval's claims that they were not addressing their relationship issues. During her appearance on the "Call Her Daddy" podcast in May, she emphasized that despite occasional rough patches or moments of uncertainty, they had numerous incredible experiences together. This made it challenging for her to determine if Sandoval was truly incompatible with her, as she had never been in such a long-term relationship before.
Furthermore, Ariana expressed her concerns regarding Sandoval's intentions when it came to their sexual relationship. She questioned whether he genuinely desired her or if his focus was solely on the physical act itself.
In a recent interview with Glamour, the coauthor of Fancy AF Cocktails expressed her frustration with Sandoval's attitude towards their sex life. She criticized the entitlement that many men feel in relationships, stating that she is not an object for his pleasure. She emphasized the importance of intimacy beyond just physical intimacy and revealed that she had been longing for it for a long time. As a woman, she explained that there comes a point where she stopped bringing up her needs repeatedly and just accepted the situation. However, she reached a breaking point where she couldn't continue to nag him to spend time with her and prioritize their relationship.