Normally, taping reality TV reunion shows isn’t a problem.
But today, Vanderpump Rules not your typical reality show.
Earlier this month, the world learned that Tom Sandoval had been in a relationship with Raquel Leviss.
Since the day the news was announced, anticipation for the reunion episode has been at a fever pitch.
On Thursday, the entire cast gathered for the first time since Tom and Raquel got caught, and it looks like those hoping for fireworks won’t be disappointed!
In fact, this season’s record Vanderpump The reunion erupted in violence, as host Andy Cohen was forced to “separate two other cast members to prevent assault and battery.”
One witness said that Tom and Raquel were not involved in the altercation.
According to sources, the instigator in this conflict “isn’t the person you expect.”
“It was like a nuclear bomb going off in the studio,” the insider said.
The source added that there was no peace, as the cast members insulted each other for two minutes, and they “never stopped”.
The shoot lasted five hours, and unsurprisingly, most of that time was devoted to criticizing Tom and Raquel.
The source said no one was defending the couple, and some of the harshest comments came from Lisa Vanderpump herself.
“The anger towards him is to be expected,” the insider said.
Another source said Sandoval and Leviss confirmed they were a couple
“The relationship is like on an egg timer,” the insider observed, adding, “It’s not going to last.”
Meanwhile, on the latest episode of the “Scheananigans” podcast, Scheana Shay hinted that VPR Season 10 will end with her putting Sandoval in her place.
“I think it might be one of the last things we air this season,” he added of the heated conversation.
“It’s so powerful, I won’t go into the details.”
Scheana then said that she was heartbroken by the revelation of Sandoval’s betrayal, as she previously considered him one of her most honest friends.
“This is a man who, over the last 13, 14 years, has been one of the most generous, kind, giving people. [people]”said Sandoval as his voice cracked.
“He was the first person to contribute, to do something.”
Today, Raquel has obtained a restraining order against Scheana after telling the police that Shay assaulted her at a bar.
Leviss claimed the attack was in retaliation for her relationship with Sandoval.
Needless to say, emotions ran high among former SUR employees!
We’re sure it’s not easy, but hey – hard times make good reality TV!