Tom Sandoval, a familiar face on Vanderpump Rules, recently shared his thoughts on the show’s upcoming Season 12 and the cast shakeup that was announced. In an emotional Instagram post, the 42-year-old reality star expressed a mix of emotions in response to the news that the popular Bravo series would be returning with an entirely new cast.
Reflecting on his 11 seasons on the show, Sandoval posted a carousel of throwback photos that included cast pictures, behind-the-scenes snaps, and shots of his various costumes throughout the series. He reminisced about the series of events that brought the original cast together, highlighting how some of them met while working as servers at SUR.
Sandoval shared that the journey from random encounters to becoming a part of the Vanderpump Rules family was a surreal experience. He acknowledged that they had no idea how impactful the show would be on their lives and described the foundation of Vanderpump Rules as being built on raw, honest emotions.
The musician and restaurateur, who was involved in a scandal during Season 10, thanked those who were part of the show and expressed his gratitude to the dedicated fan base for their support over the 12-year journey. While he didn’t directly address the drama from previous seasons, Sandoval alluded to past challenges and the personal growth he experienced as a result.
As the show gears up for Season 12, no new cast members have been announced yet. However, Bravo’s press release indicated that the upcoming season will feature a new group of close-knit SURvers who are intricately entwined with each other, much like their iconic predecessors.
The future of Vanderpump Rules remains uncertain with the departure of familiar faces, but fans can anticipate a fresh dynamic with the introduction of a new cast. Sandoval’s reflections on the past seasons serve as a reminder of the show’s impact and the journey that the original cast members have been on since the show’s inception.