Ariana Madix’s Vanderpump Rules Co-star Warns Her Against Lingering Bitterness Towards Sandoval

Ariana Madix is firm in her stance regarding Tom Sandoval on the latest episode of Vanderpump Rules. Despite Scheana Shay’s apparent willingness to reconnect with Sandoval, Ariana remains resolute in her decision to keep her distance from him.

During a conversation with Lala Kent, Ariana expresses her unwillingness to forgive Sandoval for his affair with Rachel “Raquel” Leviss. She makes it clear that she doesn’t want Sandoval to have any access to her life, whether directly or through mutual friends, stating that she can quietly remove herself from situations that make her uncomfortable.

Ariana voices her concern that Scheana’s potential reconciliation with Sandoval could lead to her being marginalized within their friend group. She emphasizes that Sandoval may try to manipulate their friends to gain support, isolating her in the process.

Katie Maloney, upon hearing Scheana’s perspective, expresses her frustration with Sandoval’s behavior and urges Scheana to see the situation for what it truly is. Katie believes that Sandoval has never been a genuine friend and encourages Scheana to move on from their relationship.

During a candid discussion about her financial situation, Ariana reveals the challenges she faced following the scandal involving Sandoval. She explains that she was not financially prepared to move out of their shared home and was left with only $2,000 in savings at one point. Ariana attributes her financial struggles to the aftermath of Sandoval’s actions.

As tensions rise among the group regarding Sandoval’s presence, Lala Kent expresses her concerns about Ariana’s lingering resentment towards her ex. Drawing from her own experiences, Lala warns Ariana that holding onto bitterness will only harm herself in the long run, likening it to drinking poison and expecting it to harm the other person.

Despite the disagreements within the group, they all recognize the importance of supporting each other through challenging times. Vanderpump Rules continues to explore the complexities of relationships and the impact of past actions on the present.

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Vanderpump Rules airs Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Bravo.