Tom Sandoval faced a hostile crowd at BravoCon 2023, where he reunited with his ex-girlfriend Ariana Madix and their Vanderpump Rules costars for a panel. The reunion comes eight months after Sandoval’s affair with their friend and fellow cast member Raquel Leviss was revealed. Right from the start, Sandoval was booed by the crowd and struggled to speak. Despite the backlash, Lisa Vanderpump defended the cast, acknowledging their past mistakes but emphasizing the deep relationships they’ve built over the years. During the panel, the cast members discussed the difficulties of filming season 11 and reflected on their personal growth. Sandoval expressed his gratitude to his friend Tom Schwartz for supporting him through tough times. James Kennedy joked about taking a more mature approach, and Vanderpump playfully commented on him becoming the voice of reason. Sandoval and Madix shared their experiences of overcoming challenges and recognized the importance of small gestures of kindness. The panel also touched on the cheating scandal from the previous season, with Ally Lewber recounting her suspicions about Sandoval’s behavior. Vanderpump discussed the explosive reunion and the emotional burden it placed on her. During the fan Q&A, Sandoval admitted to having regrets but acknowledged that he cannot change the past. Madix revealed that she had not received a genuine apology from Sandoval. Despite the crowd’s negativity, Brock Davies and Lala Kent defended Sandoval, emphasizing his resilience and determination to face the criticism. When asked why he chose to appear at BravoCon, Sandoval stated that he would rather confront it than avoid it. The panel concluded with a teaser for the upcoming season, described as “sad” and “real.” Vanderpump commended Madix for her ability to move on and live her life to the fullest. Ahead of season 11, Madix stated that she wanted nothing to do with Sandoval and Leviss. Sandoval acknowledged that public judgment would persist and expressed his commitment to facing the consequences. BravoCon 2023 continues in Las Vegas, and Vanderpump Rules can be streamed on Peacock.
Tom Sandoval Faces Harsh Fan Backlash at BravoCon 2023 Vanderpump Rules Panel, Struggling to Speak
