The drama never seems to fade in the world of Vanderpump Rules, and Scheana Shay is stirring the pot once again. In a candid conversation on her “Scheananigans” podcast, alongside co-star Janet Caperna, Scheana spilled the tea on her strained dynamic with Tom Sandoval, hinting that his new romance with girlfriend Victoria Lee Robinson may have shifted his friendships in a big way.
Last season, Scheana found herself in hot water with fans for initially playing nice with Sandoval following his infamous affair with Raquel Leviss. The backlash was swift, and as the season unfolded, Scheana appeared to pivot, putting noticeable distance between herself and her former friend. Some fans speculated that her change in tune was a direct response to the criticism, but Scheana’s latest revelations suggest there’s more to the story.
During the podcast, recapped by @vanderpodrecaps on Instagram, Janet kicked things off by addressing Sandoval’s tendency to publicize their interactions. “I know how often you see and talk to Sandoval, which is mostly when he reaches out for something kind of random,” Janet remarked. “Every single time you guys have any sort of conversation, he makes sure to make it public or known. Does that bother you? ’Cause I feel like it sends general hate in your direction every single time.”
Scheana didn’t hold back, diving into the details of her most recent interaction with Sandoval. She explained that a friend had approached her to connect Sandoval with a brand deal opportunity. Eager to help, Scheana reached out to him, only to be met with skepticism. “I text him, and he’s like, ‘I don’t know what you’re talking about,’” Scheana shared. “I’m like, well, there was this job, blah, blah, blah. It was a decent paying brand deal. And I said I just wanted to make sure I put you guys in touch.”
Sandoval’s response? A blunt “I’m calling bulls**t,” claiming he hadn’t seen any messages or DMs about the deal. Scheana, however, stood her ground, insisting that his team had been notified. “He’s accusing you of lying about it,” Janet pointed out, highlighting the tension in their exchange.
The conversation took a deeper turn when Sandoval questioned Scheana’s public comments about their friendship—or lack thereof. “He’s like, ‘By the way, why are you always saying in interviews and stuff that we’re not friends when you text me?’” Scheana recounted. She clarified that their communication is far from frequent, describing it as “quarterly at best.” While she’s cordial—congratulating him on milestones like her Masked Singer appearance or asking about his experience on the Tyler Henry show—Scheana emphasized that she’s not chasing a close bond. “I’m not gonna run the other direction [when I see him], but I’m not actively being like, ‘Hey, I miss you. Come to my house for lunch and hang out with my kid,’” she quipped.
The juiciest tidbit came when Scheana and Janet touched on how Sandoval’s relationships—both romantic and platonic—seem to have shifted since he began dating Victoria Lee Robinson. Janet noted that Sandoval and his longtime best friend, Tom Schwartz, “never see each other” anymore. Scheana doubled down, suggesting, “Ever since he’s been in this relationship, his friendships have changed.” The comment raises eyebrows about whether Victoria’s presence is reshaping Sandoval’s inner circle, adding another layer of intrigue to his post-scandal life.
As Vanderpump Rules continues to captivate audiences with its web of friendships and feuds, Scheana’s remarks highlight the lingering fallout from “Scandoval” and the evolving dynamics among the cast. With Sandoval’s new relationship seemingly influencing his connections, fans are left wondering: is Victoria the catalyst for this change, or is Sandoval simply navigating the consequences of his past actions? One thing’s for sure—the drama is far from over.