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Tom Sandoval could be fired over his tell-all interview with Howie Mandel.
According to a new report, Sandoval completely “blindsided” Vanderpump Rules producers when he signed on to appear on the comedian’s podcast, where he seemingly spoiled many of the storylines expected to play out on the upcoming reunion.
“They [Vanderpump Rules producers] had no clue he was doing this, of course not. They never would have allowed it,” an insider told The U.S. Sun on April 11. “They’re putting so much time and energy into making sure the rest of the season is better than any other season and hyping up the reunion. So, him pulling this b-tch move is basically producers’ worst-case scenario.”
As Pump Rules fans will recall, Sandoval and the cast reunited on March 23 to film the season 10 reunion, where Sandoval and his now-ex-girlfriend, Ariana Madix, were believed to have spoken about his months-long affair with their co-star and friend, Raquel Leviss, and he and Raquel were expected to discuss their own relationship.
Producers have “been freaking out and basically scrambling since” Howie announced the interview earlier this week, the source continued. “They [had] no idea what he is going to reveal so they’re watching it in shock along with the fans.”
After Sandoval opened up about the demise of his relationship with Ariana, claiming he dumped her on Valentine’s Day, accusing her of violence, and revealing where he stands with Raquel today, among many other things, producers were left reeling.
They are “so f-cking p-ssed,” the insider shared, noting that because the crew has become “family,” Sandoval’s decision to do this behind their backs was like “a big ‘f-ck you’ to all of them.”
“No one on the cast would be shocked or upset if he was fired,” the source added.
Following the release of the tell-all on Tuesday, a fan tweeted to Andy Cohen, suggesting he welcome Howie to his talkshow, Watch What Happens Live.
“We need Howie Mandel on WWHL after that horrific interview to explain [himself],” the person stated.
But Andy wasn’t on board, replying simply, “Or not.”
Vanderpump Rules season 10 airs Wednesdays at 9/8c on Bravo.