Ariana Doesn’t Care,” Former Vanderpump Rules Star Unbothered by Tom Sandoval Drama and Show Controversy

Ariana Madix, former Vanderpump Rules star, has remained unfazed and unbothered by the drama surrounding Tom Sandoval’s controversy on the show. Despite the chaos caused by the behind-the-scenes feud between Sandoval and fellow cast member Ariana, she has shown no signs of distress, according to sources close to the situation.

In a surprising move, the founders of the show decided to fire the entire cast, but Vanderpump Rules will return for its 12th season with a brand-new cast. A source revealed that the producers had limited options for moving forward with the show due to the ongoing tensions between Ariana and Sandoval.

“It’s no secret that Ariana refused to film with Tom, and the fact is their storyline was the only one the viewers really cared about, so it put the producers in a very tough spot,” the insider shared. The ongoing issues with Ariana and Tom’s fractured relationship have been a challenge for producers, who found themselves scrambling to maintain the show’s appeal.

“There’s only so many reaction scenes they can do with other cast members,” the source explained. “To keep the show interesting, they needed Tom and Ariana to work together.” Despite acknowledging that Ariana may have valid reasons for wanting to avoid Tom, the source noted that her refusal to engage with him has disrupted the production, reported Life & Style.

In addition to the conflict with Sandoval, there were also whispers about salary demands creating tension within the cast. It’s rumored that Ariana and LaLa Kent’s salary requests became a point of contention.

However, the insider emphasized that Ariana remains indifferent to the rumors and accusations, stating, “Ariana doesn’t care. She’s got so many opportunities, not being tied to the show anymore is a good thing.” With a promising future ahead, Ariana is clearly focused on her own path, unbothered by the controversies surrounding the show.