Tom Sandoval has landed a new role in a Lifetime movie, but Vanderpump Rules fans think he’s trying to compete with Ariana.
Tom Sandoval is looking to repair his reputation after his cheating scandal with Raquel Leviss.
The reality star was on the outs with most of theVanderpump Rules castafter the news of “Scandoval” became public.
Since the affair happened, Tom has taken every opportunity possible to gain positive exposure.
According toThe Hollywood Reporter, Tom is set to appear in a new Lifetime movie called “Tall, Dark and Dangerous,” premiering on February 8. He will be playing a man whose identity was stolen by his former roommate to win the heart of a girl he met on a dating app.
Vanderpump Rules fans shade Tom for “following in Ariana’s footsteps”
OnInstagram, user ‘bravobravobravobri’ shared the news about Tom’s new Lifetime movie and wrote, “Looks like he’s following in Ariana’s footsteps.”
The fan was referring to the fact thatTom’s ex-girlfriend Ariana Madixalso starred in a Lifetime movie called “Buying Back My Daughter” in October.
“He will always be 100 steps behind Ariana,” another fan commented on the post.
A different fan replied and said, “Following in Ariana’s footsteps???…um No.”
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Although fans are mocking Tom’s latest acting gig, this isn’t the first time he’s been in a Lifetime movie.
Before Tom makes his return to to Lifetime, viewers can watch him on Vanderpump Rules Season 11, where he’ll have a lot to answer for following “Scandoval.”
This season could be a pivotal one for Tom, depending on how the storylines play out and which cast members choose to forgive him.
Tall, Dark and Dangerous airs Thursday, February 8 at 8:00 p.m. ET on Lifetime.
Erica Handel was a Reality TV Writer at Dexerto. Her favorite reality shows are Below Deck, The Kardashians, Vanderpump Rules, Dancing with the Stars, and the Real Housewives franchise. She attended BravoCon and a taping of Watch What Happens Live and has even met a few Bravo stars in person.