Tom Sandoval Weighs In on Tom Schwartz Joining ‘The Valley’
Former Vanderpump Rules stars Tom Schwartz and Tom Sandoval have quietly begun repairing a friendship once broken by scandal. The split followed Sandoval’s cheating revelations and financial trouble that helped close their bar, Schwartz & Sandy’s.
Instagram April Fools’ tease
On April 1, Sandoval posted a now-deleted Instagram photo featuring a camera crew. The caption teased a project with Victoria Lee Robinson and sparked casting rumors.
Sandoval quickly clarified in comments that he was joking. He said he and Robinson were excited to watch Tom Schwartz on season 3 of The Valley.
The lighthearted exchange effectively became Tom Sandoval Weighs In on Tom Schwartz Joining ‘The Valley’ in front of fans. It also suggested the two men were on friendlier terms after their public fallout.
Public remarks and reconciliation
In June 2025, Schwartz appeared on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen. He told Cohen they were “in a better place” and that he had worked through long-held resentment.
Earlier on April 1, Schwartz spoke with Entertainment Tonight. He said he still had a lot of love for Sandoval and called their time apart a healthy break.
Schwartz added that Sandoval reached out to congratulate him about joining The Valley. The outreach reinforced signs that the men were rebuilding trust.
Related developments and context
The Valley’s season 3 premiered on April 1. Schwartz and Lala Kent joined as full-time cast members for the new season.
Other cast changes included Jax Taylor’s exit to focus on his health and his son, Cruz. Scheana Shay, who had appeared as a friend of the cast, is also not starring this season.
Outside the show, Schwartz noted news that Lisa Vanderpump and Ken Todd put their TomTom bar on the market. He said he expected the move amid the wider fallout.
Earlier public appearances
The pair were photographed together at the Sports Illustrated Super Bowl Party in Century City Park on February 12, 2022. That image recalls their former closeness before the scandal and business troubles.
Filmogaz.com will continue to monitor developments as the season progresses and as the two friends navigate their renewed relationship. Fans can expect more public moments and updates in the weeks ahead.
