In a stunning revelation that has Bravo fans buzzing, Vanderpump Rules star Scheana Shay opened up about the possibility of mending fences with her former friend Rachel Leviss, despite their explosive fallout over the infamous “Scandoval” affair. The reality TV star also addressed swirling rumors about her friend Janet Caperna, a breakout star of The Valley, and whether she’s a “fan” who strategically infiltrated the Pump Rules inner circle.
Scheana and Rachel’s friendship imploded after Rachel’s affair with Tom Sandoval, which rocked the Vanderpump Rules universe. The drama escalated when Rachel filed a temporary restraining order against Scheana, alleging that Scheana punched her in the face upon learning of the betrayal. The incident left fans divided and their relationship in tatters. However, in a surprising twist, Scheana recently hinted that she might be willing to bury the hatchet.
During an appearance on Off The Cupp with S.E. Cupp, Scheana was asked if there’s any chance she and Rachel could ever be friends again. “I don’t know that we would ever be friends again, but I would be open to a conversation,” she shared, according to a clip posted by @thebravoinvestigator on Instagram. When pressed on whether this would benefit her or Rachel, Scheana thoughtfully responded, “Maybe for a little bit of both. I don’t think there’s anything I need from her, but I do think that there is a conversation that could still be had one day.”
Scheana went on to express a surprising level of goodwill toward her former co-star. “From what I’ve heard and seen, she’s thriving, living her best life. And I wish her nothing but the best,” she said. While she emphasized that she doesn’t need closure, Scheana noted that their shared social circle might one day bring them face-to-face. “If our paths crossed and she wanted to talk, I would be open to that,” she added. However, she made it clear she won’t be making the first move: “I’m blocked on everything. So I think that says enough.”
The revelation has left fans reeling, with many wondering if a reconciliation could ever truly happen after such a high-profile betrayal. Could this be the beginning of a new chapter for Scheana and Rachel, or is it simply a diplomatic gesture from the Vanderpump Rules veteran?
Elsewhere in the Bravo universe, questions about The Valley star Janet Caperna’s intentions have been making waves. Some fans, along with Vanderpump Rules alum Kristen Doute, have speculated that Janet, who entered the friend group through Scheana, might have been a calculated “fan” who worked her way into the Pump Rules circle and its spinoff.
On the Ringer Reality TV podcast, host Rachel Lindsay didn’t hold back, asking Scheana point-blank if Janet is a fan. “I mean, yeah,” Scheana admitted with a laugh. “Are you not a fan?” When Lindsay clarified that being a fan doesn’t mean she’d try to join the show, Scheana acknowledged that Janet has owned up to her admiration. “She admits that,” Scheana said, referencing her own book where she noted Janet’s fan status when they first met at a party years ago.
However, Scheana was quick to defend her friend, pushing back against Kristen’s portrayal of Janet as a “creepy stalker” type of fan. “I think Kristen has kind of taken it to a new level,” Scheana explained. She pointed out that when Janet and Kristen were close—particularly when Janet supported Kristen through a tough breakup—Kristen didn’t seem to view her as an overly zealous fan. The comment hints at underlying tensions within the group, which could play out in The Valley’s new season.
Scheana’s candid remarks have sparked intense speculation among Bravo fans. Her willingness to entertain a conversation with Rachel Leviss signals a potential shift in one of reality TV’s most dramatic feuds, while her defense of Janet Caperna adds fuel to the ongoing debate about authenticity within the Vanderpump Rules and The Valley friend groups.