Thomas Anthony Sandoval (born July 7, 1983) is an American television personality, restaurateur and musician. He was a cast member on Bravo's reality television series Vanderpump Rules and the third season of Peacock's The Traitors.
Career
Sandoval appears as Jack in the 2002 music video for "Misunderstood" by Bon Jovi, and reprised his role as Jack in the 2003 video for Bon Jovi's "All About Lovin' You".[1] From 2013 to 2024, Sandoval was a main cast member on Bravo's reality television series Vanderpump Rules. He was a former bartender, having previously worked at Villa Blanca before moving to SUR Restaurant & Lounge, two West Hollywood eateries co-owned by Lisa Vanderpump and her husband Ken Todd.[2]
In August of 2018, Sandoval opened a restaurant that he co-founded named "Tom Tom" with friend (also Vanderpump Rules co-star) Tom Schwartz, (Vanderpump Rules producers) Lisa Vanderpump and Ken Todd. Both Schwartz and Sandoval invested $50,000 each for a five percent stake in the restaurant.[3][4]
Sandoval is a co-author of the mixology book, Fancy AF Cocktails: Drink Recipes from a Couple of Professional Drinkers, written with Ariana Madix and Danny Pellegrino.[5] The book was published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in 2019.[6] In December 2020, the trio were faced with a lawsuit filed by author Alison Baker over an alleged breach of contract. The lawsuit was settled in May 2022.[7]
In 2023, Sandoval competed in season ten of The Masked Singer as "Diver". He was eliminated on "NFL Night".[8] In 2025 he appeared on season three of the U.S. version of The Traitors.[9]
In 2025, Sandoval auditioned on the twentieth season of America's Got Talent with his band, Tom Sandoval and the Most Extras. They received 4 yeses from judges (Simon Cowell, Sofía Vergara, Mel B, and Howie Mandel).[10] The group made it to the live shows, but was eliminated in the first week after being buzzed by Cowell who stated "the performance did not sound good I'm afraid."[11]
Sandoval was cast in the third season of the reality competition show House of Villains, which premiered in February 2026.[12][13]
Personal life
Sandoval was in a relationship with SUR co-worker/Vanderpump Rules co-star Kristen Doute from 2007 to 2013.[14] Sandoval was in a relationship with Ariana Madix from 2014 to 2023.[15][16] Sandoval and Madix very publicly separated after she discovered that he had been cheating on her with her friend and Vanderpump Rules co-star Rachel "Raquel" Leviss. The shocking breakup was dubbed "Scandoval" by the media.[17]
As of February 2024, he is dating model Victoria Lee Robinson.[18]
Sandoval and Robinson were supporters of Spencer Pratt when running for Los Angeles Mayor.[19]
Controversies
While dating Doute, Sandoval allegedly cheated on her with Madix. Both denied the rumors, until Sandoval said to friend and costar Stassi Schroeder that they kissed at the Golden Nugget Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada three years before Season 2 before him and Doute were together.[20][21] Doute herself was cheating on Sandoval with costar Jax Taylor, who was Sandoval's best friend.[22][23]
In 2023, Sandoval and Madix very publicly separated after she discovered that he had been cheating on her with her friend and Vanderpump Rules co-star Rachel "Raquel" Leviss. The shocking breakup was dubbed "Scandoval" by the media.[24]
On June 3rd,[25] Sandoval and Robinson got into a domestic violent fight that was captured on CCTV in Robinson's Los Angeles home. In the CCTV, Sandoval is seen pushing her father into a fire pit[26] after verbally arguing with both father and daughter.[27] After getting up, Will charged at Sandoval, who ran into the house.[28] Sandoval claims that after he ran, Will and Victoria both verbally and physically abused him.[29]
Robinson was arrested for corporal injury to a spouse or cohabitant.[30] Sandoval filed a restraining order against her and her father, J. Will Robinson, who Sandoval claimed also attacked him.[31] Will filed his own restraining order against Sandoval for civil harassment.[32]
Filmography
Music videos
| Year | Song | Artist | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | "Misunderstood" | Bon Jovi | Jack | Uncredited |
| 2003 | "All About Lovin' You" |
As himself
| Year | Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | The Hills | 1 episode; uncredited |
| 2011 | Film Fiend | 1 episode |
| 2012–2014 | The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills | 6 episodes |
| 2013–2024 | Vanderpump Rules | 173 episodes |
| 2013 | 2 Miles in 20 Minutes | Short |
| 2015–2023 | Watch What Happens Live! with Andy Cohen | 17 episodes |
| 2015 | The Playboy Morning Show | 1 episode |
| 2016 | Bravo After Hours with Carrie Keagan | 1 episode |
| 2016 | E! News Daily | 1 episode |
| 2017 | Vanderpump Rules After Show | 1 episode |
| 2018 | Hollywood Medium | 1 episode |
| 2018 | Poker Night Live | 1 episode |
| 2019 | Vanderpumped | |
| 2019 | Celebrity Page | 1 episode |
| 2019 | Celebrity Family Feud | 2 episodes |
| 2019 | Migz interviews Tom Sandoval & Tom Schwartz | Video |
| 2019 | National Film & Television Awards USA | TV Special |
| 2019 | GMA Day | 1 episode |
| 2019–2022 | 1st Look | 2 episodes |
| 2020 | The Morning Show | 1 episode |
| 2020 | Click Bait with Batchelor Nation | 1 episode |
| 2020–2021 | The Kelly Clarkson Show | 2 episodes |
| 2021 | For Real: The Story of Reality TV | 1 episode |
| 2021 | Migz Across America: The Idea | |
| 2022 | Nick Cannon | 1 episode |
| 2022 | 2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards: Unscripted | TV Special |
| 2022 | Winter House | 2 episodes |
| 2022–2023 | Entertainment Tonight | 2 episodes |
| 2023 | Dish Nation | 2 episodes |
| 2023 | Extra | 1 episode |
| 2023 | Special Forces: World's Toughest Test | 8 episodes |
| 2023 | The Masked Singer | Season 10, 2 episodes (as ‘Diver’) |
| 2025 | The Traitors | Season 3 |
| 2025 | America’s Got Talent | Season 20 |
| 2026 | House of Villains | Season 3 |
Film and television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Playing with Fire | Miles | |
| 2008 | Reflection | Darien | Short |
| 2009 | Alien Presence | Doug | |
| 2009 | The Pit and the Pendulum | Vinnie | |
| 2010 | Puppet Master: Axis of Evil | Ben / Max | Video |
| 2011 | Behind Your Eyes | Steven Carlyle | |
| 2012 | 23 Minutes to Sunrise | Donald | |
| 2014 | Tango Amargo | Javi | Short |
| 2015 | Social Status | Zach | 1 episode |
| 2016 | The Raiven Destiny | Staka | Short |
| 2019 | The Other Two | Tom Sandoval | 1 episode |
| 2019 | Dying for a Baby | Dave | TV Movie |
| 2021 | Killer in the Attic | Connor | TV Movie |
| 2021 | Scare Us | Peter Metus | |
| 2022 | Bee and PuppyCat | Crispin Wizard | |
| 2026 | Home Makeover Nightmare | Billy | TV Movie |
See also
References
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- ^ Denninger, Lindsay (April 2, 2018). "Does Tom Sandoval Work At SUR In 2018? The 'Vanderpump Rules' Star Is Making Big Moves". Bustle. Archived from the original on July 11, 2023. Retrieved July 11, 2023.
- ^ Holmes, Mona (August 20, 2018). "Reality star Lisa Vanderpump's faux-steampunk bar opens in West Hollywood". Eater LA. Retrieved November 9, 2025.
- ^ Conaboy, Kelly (August 9, 2018). "The Tumultuous Road to the New Vanderpump Rules Bar Tom Tom: A Timeline". The Cut. Retrieved November 9, 2025.
- ^ Vena, Jocelyn (December 6, 2019). "Ariana Madix Explains Why She Worked with Tom Sandoval After Their Previous Cocktail Book Drama". Bravo TV Official Site. Archived from the original on July 11, 2023. Retrieved July 11, 2023.
- ^ "drink recipes from a couple of professional drinkers". Fancy AF cocktails. Archived from the original on June 3, 2023. Retrieved July 11, 2023.
- ^ "Author drops lawsuit against Madix, Sandoval of 'Vanderpump Rules'". Hey SoCal. May 12, 2022. Archived from the original on July 11, 2023. Retrieved July 11, 2023.
- ^ Huff, Lauren (October 4, 2023). "The Masked Singer reveals Diver as this reality TV villain in cameo-heavy NFL Night". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved January 29, 2024.
- ^ Brockington, Ariana (June 5, 2024). "Exclusive: 'The Traitors' Season 3 cast is revealed — and it's the most 'treacherous' yet". TODAY.com. Retrieved June 6, 2024.
- ^ "'AGT' Judges Weigh in on Tom Sandoval's Cheating Scandal as He Auditions for Season 20: Find Out What Happened". People.com. Retrieved June 26, 2025.
- ^ "The Winners and Eliminations After AGT 20 America's Vote: Quarterfinals Round 1". NBC. August 20, 2025. Retrieved August 21, 2025.
- ^ Levy, Giana (May 28, 2025). "'House of Villains' Season 3 Cast Revealed: Tom Sandoval, Christine Quinn, Tiffany Pollard (Again!) and More to Compete In Peacock Reality Series". Variety. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
- ^ Tinoco, Armando (January 21, 2026). "'House Of Villains' Season 3 Cast Get New Photos: All The Reality Stars Confirmed For Peacock Competition". Deadline. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
- ^ Macke, Johnni (May 4, 2023). "Pump Rules' Tom Sandoval, Kristen Doute's Relationship Timeline". Us Weekly. Archived from the original on July 11, 2023. Retrieved July 11, 2023.
- ^ Palmer, Tamara (May 24, 2023). "Tom Sandoval and Ariana Madix's Relationship Timeline". People. Archived from the original on July 11, 2023. Retrieved July 11, 2023.
- ^ "Kristen Doute's 'Vanderpump Rules' Shock Return Is a Full-Circle Moment". Rolling Stone. May 18, 2023. Retrieved March 9, 2024.
- ^ "Rachel Leviss' lawsuit against former co-stars reveals new Scandoval details". TODAY.com. March 1, 2024. Retrieved April 11, 2025.
- ^ "Vanderpump Rules' Tom Sandoval Shares Dating Update With Girlfriend Victoria Lee Robinson". E! Online. March 12, 2025. Retrieved April 11, 2025.
- ^ Alejandro, Michelle K. "Tom Sandoval and Victoria Lee Robinson Back Spencer Pratt's LA Mayor Run". Yahoo. Retrieved June 29, 2026.
- ^ "Tom Finally Confesses". Bravo TV. Retrieved June 29, 2026.
- ^ "A Timeline of the Vanderpump Rules Tom Sandoval and Ariana Madix Break Up Drama". E Online. Retrieved June 29, 2026.
- ^ Nungesser, Samantha. "'Vanderpump Rules' Alum Tom Sandoval Reveals That He Met Ex Kristen Doute's Baby At BravoCon". Decider. Retrieved June 29, 2026.
- ^ Macke, Johnni. "Vanderpump Rules' Tom Sandoval and Ex Kristen Doute's Relationship Timeline: Dating Costars, Cheating Scandals and More". US Weekly. Retrieved June 29, 2026.
- ^ Callahan, Chrissy. "The 'Vanderpump Rules' cheating scandal that broke the internet, explained". TODAY. Retrieved May 18, 2025.
- ^ St. Martin, Emily. "Tom Sandoval's girlfriend Victoria Robinson arrested after patio fire pit altercation". Los Angeles Time. Retrieved June 29, 2026.
- ^ Weaver, Emily. "Who Is Tom Sandoval's Ex-Girlfriend? What to Know About Model Victoria Robinson". PEOPLE. Retrieved June 29, 2026.
- ^ Franklin, McKinley. "'Vanderpump Rules' Alum Tom Sandoval Allegedly Pushes Ex-Girlfriend's Dad Into Fire Pit in New Video". Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved June 29, 2026.
- ^ Bellusci, Olivia. "Reality TVTom Sandoval Appears to Throw Father of Ex Victoria Robinson Into Fire Pit After Assault Claims". June 29, 2026.
- ^ Harp, Justin. "Tom Sandoval Speaks Out Amid Restraining Order Dispute With Ex-Girlfriend Victoria Lee Robinson". AOL. Retrieved June 29, 2026.
- ^ Chung, Gabrielle. "Tom Sandoval Gets Restraining Order Against Ex-Girlfriend Victoria Lee Robinson After Her Alleged Attack". E Online. Retrieved June 29, 2026.
- ^ Siwak, Miranda. "Who Is Victoria Lee Robinson? What to Know About Tom Sandoval's Ex-Girlfriend Amid Drama". US Weekly. Retrieved June 29, 2026.
- ^ Hurtado, Yamilah. "Tom Sandoval's Ex-Girlfriend's Dad Files for Restraining Order Against Him After Fight Caught on Video". PEOPLE. Retrieved June 29, 2026.
External links
- Tom Sandoval at IMDb