Tom Sandoval.
(Photo by Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for House of Barrie)Tom Sandoval gave his public response to the latter Vanderpump Rules shakeup.
In a long and emotional Instagram post, Sandoval, 42, responded to the Tuesday, November 26, announcement that the popular Bravo show will return for Season 12 with a brand new cast.
The reality star wrote that she was “overwhelmed with so many emotions,” along with a bunch of throwback photos from her 11 seasons on the show, including cast photos, behind-the-scenes photos and pictures of Sandoval’s many costumes throughout the series.
“The unbelievable series of events that brought this group together still haunts me today,” Sandoval wrote in his post on Saturday, November 30, referring to how some of the main characters met while working as SUR servers.
While some things don’t change, the Vanderpump Rules cast is used to rocking … and touching. Vanderpump Rules was introduced to Bravo viewers during a special episode of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills in January 2013. Season 1 starred Lisa Vanderpump, then former Housewife of Beverly Hills, Stassi. […]
“From a random meeting with Jax while we were modeling in Miami, to answering a Craigslist ad for another Tom looking for a roommate,” she continued. “Who would have thought that standing on the road chasing our dreams would turn into a tradition like yours. Vanderpump Rules.”
He added that “they didn’t know the impact this show would have on our lives.”
“The foundation of Vanderpump Rules it’s built on honest feelings,” wrote the singer and restaurant owner, who claimed that there was a big scandal in the game, known as Scandoval. During season 10, viewers watched Sandoval’s public breakup with his longtime girlfriend at the time. Ariana Madix after it was revealed that he was in love with his fellow actors Rachel “Raquel” Leviss.
Sandoval also explained the past 11 seasons VPR “like a roller coaster ride.”
After thanking those who took part in the program, he took a moment to write a word to the fans of the program who have been dedicated.
“Most importantly, to every fan, THANK YOU ALL for believing [in] with us and being a part of this 12-year journey,” he wrote. “It’s hard to explain what I’m feeling right now. As in life, a lot has happened over the years.”
Although Sandoval didn’t directly address the drama of Seasons 10 and 11, he did make some comments.
“Some of my past decisions have led me to incredibly challenging times, where I have learned valuable lessons and personal growth,” he wrote. “Despite the difficulties, I am filled with gratitude for the learning experience and am forever grateful for all the memories.”
While no new cast members have been announced for the upcoming season, a press release from Bravo said as much Vanderpump Rules Season 12 will feature “a new group of close-knit SURvers who are just as hard-hitting as their barbarian predecessors.”
