Ariana Madix, a cast member on Vanderpump Rules, has joined the cast of Dancing With the Stars while going through a breakup with Tom Sandoval and dealing with his affair with another cast member, Raquel Leviss. Madix was announced as a cast member during an episode of Good Morning America and will be competing in season 32 of the show. Madix has faced financial changes due to the scandal, but she has stated her goal is to earn enough money to support her family without worrying about it.
Ariana Madix, who recently split from Tom Sandoval amid his affair with Raquel Leviss, is joining the cast of Dancing with the Stars, with the remaining cast members to be revealed in September.
Title: Vanderpump Rules Star Ariana Madix Joins Dancing With the Stars Amid Split from Tom Sandoval and Cheating Scandal Drama
Vanderpump Rules star Ariana Madix has been announced as a contestant on the upcoming season 32 of Dancing With the Stars. The news comes in the midst of Madix’s high-profile split from her long-term boyfriend and fellow cast member, Tom Sandoval, following his affair with their co-star Raquel Leviss. The announcement was made during an episode of Good Morning America, where Madix was joined by dancer Derek Hough at her sandwich shop, Something About Her, for the big reveal.
The split between Madix and Sandoval made headlines in March, after nine years of dating, when Madix discovered his ongoing affair with Leviss. Madix reportedly found out about the relationship by looking at Sandoval’s phone during one of his performances in early March. While the scandalous affair dubbed “Scandoval” broke after filming for Vanderpump Rules’ 10th season had wrapped, it resumed filming post-breakup, gripping fans and the cast alike.
In the wake of the cheating scandal, Madix received tremendous support from her castmates, who rallied around her during the filming of the season 10 reunion. During an interview on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast, Madix expressed her gratitude for the unwavering support of her friends throughout this challenging time. Meanwhile, Sandoval accused his fellow cast members of capitalizing on his infidelity for their own personal gain, particularly on their podcasts and social media platforms.
The fallout from the scandal has had financial implications for the cast, with Madix experiencing significant changes in her income. According to reports, she secured sponsorship deals with prominent companies like Uber, Bic, and Duracell, earning her more than $1 million. Additionally, Madix recently landed a role in the Lifetime movie, Buying Back My Daughter. In a June 2023 interview with Glamour, Madix emphasized her desire to build financial stability for her family and never have to worry about money again.
As the highly anticipated season 32 of Dancing With the Stars approaches, fans are eagerly waiting to see Madix take to the dance floor and leave the drama behind. This opportunity not only allows her to showcase her talents in a different setting but also provides an exciting platform for her to move forward from the challenging chapter in her personal life. With her resilient spirit and determination, Madix is ready to embrace this new chapter and pursue her dreams both on and off the dance floor.
