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Cast members on Vanderpump Rules are convinced Raquel Leviss will not return for season 11. Recently, as the cast filmed a trip to Lake Tahoe, fans believed Raquel’s departure from a mental health facility was a sign she would attend.
Raquel’s affair with Tom Sandoval triggered an onslaught of rage from both castmates and fans, though certain viewers believe the vitriol is becoming obnoxious. Even Ariana Madix herself – who was in a relationship with Tom amid the affair – called out “mean” fans attacking Scheana Shay for simply taking a photo with him.
According to sources speaking to TMZ, co-stars on the show believe Raquel won’t be returning for the new season — which is reportedly halfway over.
The reason? The cast has been shooting since June, and the beauty pageant star has yet to film even one scene. If she returned at this point, it would be difficult to integrate her into the other storylines.
An insider also told the outlet that no cast members besides Tom have had contact with Raquel since the intense reunion.
The source claimed certain co-stars would not be surprised if the 28-year-old filmed late in the season to share her version of the story concerning Scandoval.
Insiders said other castmates, however, believe Raquel’s therapists have successfully encouraged her to stay away from Vanderpump Rules and all its drama.
It was recently reported that Raquel was holding out for a better contract after being dragged through the mud by her castmates at the reunion.