Ariana Madix made big money on Vanderpump Rules

ariana made big money

It's been more than a year since the Bravo Universe was rocked by the news that Sandoval and Raquel had a months-long affair behind Ariana's back. 

The duo, who were spotted chatting during a break from filming on Thursday , have come under fire from fans and costars alike — but it's unclear if they're still romantically involved.

“It started as a friendship and turned into something more,” Raquel told TMZ. “We're just trying to take these next steps, make amends and listen to everyone. I know a lot of people are angry. So just take these next steps and don't put any labels on anything. We're just kind of taking a break at the moment.

How much do the Vanderpump rules cast make?

Main cast members of Bravo's Vanderpump Rules earn up to $25,000 per episode starting in 2017 and 2018, when new contracts were signed, per The Hollywood Reporter. As Tom Sandoval's partner, and given that she has been on the show since season 2, it is likely that the couple negotiates together and that she does the same thing as him per episode. The couple bought a $2 million home in Valley Village, California, after all, so it would be surprising if she pocketed a sizable chunk of the change.

Speaking of her impressive cash flow, Celebrity Net Worth estimates that Ariana is worth $1 million, and it's not just because of her work on Vanderpump Rules or ON. Some might forget that Ariana was also a comedian and actress when she started SUR.

Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval were building a future together

Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval wasn't married, but they bought a house together and wrote a book, so their finances were apparently linked in some way. Tom said he had to check with Ariana first before investing in TomTom (and the neighboring space) with Lisa Vanderpump, so maybe she contributed to the project, or the entrepreneur values ​​her opinion. Ariana as long time member Vanderpump rules cast made some big money

Sandoval was reportedly worth $4 million, per Celebrity Net Worth, which makes sense since he was probably making more money from the show before Ariana was considered a 'main' cast member. As for whether the couple will ever go into business together, Ariana told Glamour, "If you had asked me that a year ago, I would have said, 'Maybe that's not my path.' But now, seeing everything [Tom and I are] building together, abso-f***ing-lute. '

Considering that four of the main cast members were fired from Vanderpump Rules in June 2020, the fate of Vanderpump Rules might be up in the air. But it looks like Ariana and Sandoval will make it no matter what.

The Biggest 'Vanderpump Rules' Cast Scandals and Controversies

 

Breaking down all the criminals Tom Sandoval compared himself to after his cheating scandal

The Vanderpump Rules cast are no strangers to controversy. The staff at Lisa Vanderpump's West Hollywood restaurant SUR debuted on Bravo in 2013 as part of the spinoff Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. The season 1 cast included Vanderpump, Stassi Schroeder, Jax Taylor, Katie Maloney, Tom Sandoval, Kristen Doute and Scheana Shay. […]

While discussing the Scandoval fallout, Sandoval told the outlet, “I feel like I have more hate than Danny Masterson. And he's a convicted rapist.

Masterson, who rose to fame as an original cast member on That '70s Show, is currently serving his 30-year prison sentence after being convicted of two counts of rape.

In an episode of Vanderpump Rules, which aired in March 2024, Schwartz tried to convince Sandoval that the negative public attention would soon end. Sandoval, however, was not as convinced.

“Dude no. It's not even precise. I’m treated like I’m fucking King Scott Peterson,” he said. “And it’s going to linger with me like f–king Scott Peterson.”

Vanderpump Rules: Worst Things Cast Members Have Said About Rachel Leviss (I)

Rachel Leviss stirred up drama with Tom Sandoval, leading to accusations and disagreements between the Vanderpump Rules castmates.

Tom Sandoval spoke about his plans to commit suicide with Rachel, causing discomfort and backlash from Rachel on his podcast.

Comrades like Katie Maloney and Lala Kent express their frustration and disappointment with Rachel's absence and her podcast approach.

Tom Sandoval put offensive words in Rachel's mouth

He insinuated the two had a suicide pact

In a recent episode of Two Ts in a Pod, Tom opened up about the emotional toll of his public affair with Rachel. Tom recounted a conversation in which he claimed he and Rachel were considering ending their lives. “I was on the phone with Rachel and debating whether we should kill ourselves,” he revealed. Rachel, in response, expressed discomfort with Tom sharing such deeply personal struggles and putting words in her mouth on her podcast, Rachel Goes Rogue. Rachel said: “It’s not okay for anyone else to tell other people that they have expressed feelings of not wanting to live anymore. »

Ariana Madix told Rachel to 'get a new piece'

Rachel sent Tom a postcard with lightning bolts

On Vanderpump Rules Season 11, Episode 1, Ariana cried out in a confessional from her perspective, stating, "Tom and Rachel are still very much together." Ariana called Rachel's "pen pal" Tom, explaining that the two were exchanging mail and packages. One of the items Rachel sent was a postcard with a lightning bolt on it, to which Ariana said: "Get a new piece already." » Since the season aired, it's clear that Rachel has completely cut off communication with Tom. Rachel admitted on her podcast that she still owes Ariana an apology and wants to take "responsibility" for her actions.

James Kennedy accused Rachel of abandoning Graham

Graham ended up in a shelter

In Vanderpump Rules season 11, episode 4, James Kennedy reunites with Graham Cracker (aka Hippie), the Goldendoodle he shared with his ex-fiancée, Rachel. Rachel handed Graham over to California Doodle Rescue trainers in April 2023 after checking herself into a mental health facility. Graham had a biting problem and ended up in the care of Vanderpump Dogs after being euthanized. Rachel tried to defend her actions online, but James called Rachel's story "bullshit." James' girlfriend Ally Lewber also came to James' defense, saying: "When you abandon your dog, you no longer have a say. He's happy, that's all that matters. »

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Vanderpump Rules back with two key players missing (II)

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Vanderpump Rules returned last week for its first outing since the Scandoval affair brought its cast out of the confines of Bravo and onto the pages of The New York Times.

While the episode ends with the image of Sandoval's car stopping in front of the house he still shares with Ariana, he and Raquel are missing, leaving a wound gaping that the rest of the cast has no choice but to talk about.

Even though these characters don't want to be defined by Tom and Raquel's actions, the pain is clearly too fresh for them to move past it, at least this quickly. Ariana is obviously the most hurt, continuing to ice Schwartz after a Watch What Happens Live segment where he encouraged people to give Sandoval a hug if they saw him because he could use one (come on, man) . Towards the end of the episode, Lala, having apparently taken an off-screen maturity potion or something, decides that she doesn't want Scandoval's mistake to define the rest of Raquel's life and tries to tend hand to clarify things. Ariana doesn't like hearing this when she finds out, but it mostly sparks a conversation about how sensitive they both actually are. (Katie Maloney is also there and is in a lot of this episode, but doesn't do much. Sorry Katie!)

Given the frustration built up in the few months between the affair being announced and Pump Rules starting filming its 11th season, all on the slopes. It would be weird for them not to talk about that. But Sandoval now has his apology tour planned, although it will more likely be a righteous outrage tour based on his reunion performance and everything about his personality. As a fellow human being, but as a consumer of reality TV, thank goodness for that.

Roxie Rules Chicago - Ariana Madix is Roxie Hart

 

Ariana Madix Makes Broadway Debut In "Chicago"

Speaking about his ex Ariana Madix in a recent interview, Tom Sandoval is sharing his SUR-prising reaction to her Broadway debut.

"That was always her dream and I didn't know if that was going to happen for her. I'd be really proud of her and would probably be emotional." Then the Vanderpump Rules star continued:

"Honestly, thinking about it, it kind of brings me back,"

However, this little bit of support doesn't exactly mean a reconciliation is on the horizon. On the contrary, when it comes to striking up a friendship with his former girlfriend of nine years in the wake of his affair with former costar Rachel "Raquel" Leviss, the TomTom co-owners noted, "We'll see about that."

While Madix is taking Broadway by storm, Sandoval also has an exciting new project on the horizon: He's costarring alongside Eric Roberts and Jackée Harry in the new Lifetime Movie Network thriller Tall, Dark and Dangerous.

See Tom Sandoval Sharing a Cheek Kiss with a New Flame

 In fact, since news broke in March 2023 ruined Tom Sandoval's relationship with Ariana Madix after nine years of dating, his love life has been a daily topic of conversation.

Following his split, the unprinted Tom  made not a big seret regarding some dating rumors. Recently, he just sparkled a new relationship on his Instagram Stories. An amazing video was posted featuring Tom's dancind with a few friends at the Schwartz & Sandy's bar. 

Who is Tom Sandoval dating?

The Vanderpump Rules cast member tagged model Victoria Lee Robinson in the post

Despite there were others featured in the video as well, at the end of the Story, Victoria embraces Sandoval, and she kindly gives him a kiss on the cheek.

BTW, Tom Sandoval co-owns the Schwartz & Sandy's bar with Tom Schwartz.

Vanderpump Rules' Ariana Madix Explains Why She Didn't Kick Tom Sandoval Out of Their House

Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval ended their nine-year relationship over a cheating scandal, and their house is the only thing they have in common to part with.

On Vanderpump Rules, Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval had the strongest relationship in the cast.

But when Tom was caught having a seven-month affair with Ariana's friend Raquel Leviss, everything fell apart.

The Vanderpump Rules couple never planned to get married or have children and are content to just be long-term partners.

However, this could have been a sign that Tom and Ariana's relationship wasn't meant to last after all.

Ariana says she countered Tom Sandoval's 'garbage' buyout offer

In Peacock's exclusive clip from  Vanderpump Rules Season 11 posted to Instagram, she explains her current living situation with Tom and why neither of them have moved out yet.

“But what I find psychotic is that he wants to buy me out and stay here,” Ariana told Katie Maloney, who told her to “go buy something else” with the money.