Follow us on Google News
Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed
Vanderpump Rules, a popular reality show on Bravo, first aired in 2013. It follows the lives of the staff working at Lisa Vanderpump’s Hollywood restaurant, SUR. The series is a spin-off ofThe Real Housewives of Beverly Hillsand quickly became a hit, running successfully for 11 seasons. However, fans had to wait longer than expected for the 12th season, as its release was delayed. Now, the wait is finally over!
Bravo has announced the return ofVanderpump Ruleswith its 12th season, bringing an exciting twist. This time, the show will feature an entirely new cast, promising fresh faces and drama in the familiar setting of SUR. Fans can gear up for a thrilling new chapter of the series.
Vanderpump RulesSeason 12 to Have an All-New Cast
Vanderpump Rules,the Emmy-nominated Bravo reality show known for its drama, scandals, and meme-worthy moments, is gearing up for a fresh start in its 12th season. While Lisa Vanderpump remains the central figure, the show is introducing an entirely new cast. Bravo announced the exciting update on November 26, revealing that the upcoming season will introduce a fresh group of employees working at Lisa Vanderpump’s West Hollywood restaurants, SUR and TomTom.
The decision to recast comes as the original stars have moved on from their roles at SUR, the West Hollywood restaurant where the series began in 2013 as a spinoff ofThe Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.Over the years, many of the initial cast members gained fame and pursued other ventures, including opening restaurants, launching podcasts, and building personal brands.
Recent seasons also saw heightened tensions and drama, particularly with the fallout from the highly publicized “Scandoval” scandal. This revealed that longtime cast memberTom Sandoval had an affair with Rachel “Raquel” Leviss, while still in a relationship with Ariana Madix. The shocking revelation brought the show massive attention but also led to strained relationships among the cast.
Although Season 11 continued to explore the group’s dynamics post-scandal, filming was marked by significant friction, especially between Sandoval and Madix. The tension reached a point where production decided to pause the show, giving everyone involved time to step back.
While this fresh start aims to build on the series’ legacy, Bravo has confirmed that some familiar faces from past seasons will still be involved in the Vanderpump universe. According toPeople, former stars like Lala Kent, Scheana Shay, and Tom Schwartz will appear on a new spin-off show,The Valley.
You’d Be Surprised to Know Lisa Vanderpump’s Net Worth in 2024
This series will follow the lives of Brittany Cartwright, Jax Taylor, Kristen Doute, and others who were part of the originalVanderpump Rulescast. Details about the premiere date and new cast members for season 12 are yet to be announced, but fans can look forward to watching this new generation of employees bring their own flavor of drama and excitement to the screen.
WhyVanderpump RulesTook a Break
Vanderpump Rulesfirst aired on Bravo in 2013, introducing viewers to a cast that included Kristen Doute, Scheana Shay, Jax Taylor, Tom Schwartz, Katie Maloney, Tom Sandoval, Stassi Schroeder, and others. Over the years, the lineup changed, with stars like Brittany Cartwright, Lala Kent, and Rachel Leviss joining the series.
Fans began speculating that the show might be canceled when filming for season 12 was delayed during the summer. However, it was later confirmed that Bravo intended to bring the series back despite the pause. The delay followed seasons 10 and 11, which had already experienced altered filming schedules due to a major controversy: the revelation of an affair between Rachel Leviss and Tom Sandoval, who had been in a decade-long relationship with Ariana Madix.
“She doesn’t want to get her hands dirty”: Before Heinous Season 14 Feud, Kyle Richards & Dorit Kemsley Had Major Role in Lisa Vanderpump’s RHOBH Exit
The scandal, dubbed “Scandoval,” put immense pressure on the cast and production. According to host, Andy Cohen, breaks like this are not unusual for Bravo shows, especially after significant events. Taking a hiatus allows the cast to step away, live their lives, and return to filming with new perspectives.
According toE! Online, Cohen said,
We used to do this all the time with The Housewives.We would say, ‘You know what? Let’s put cameras down for, you know, four or five months and come back to them.’ And they will have lived life. Things will be different.
Cohen further continued, saying
People do forget—especially as it relates to Ariana, who was the one cheated on,” Andy continued, “people forget that we picked up cameras three months after she found out about that affair, so that’s why she’s still in the violently angry stage and you may understand that.
The break also gave the cast and fans some time to move past the intense emotions stirred up by the drama. With the series now preparing for its 12th season, the extended pause was an opportunity for the show to reset and bring fresh energy to its next chapter.
Lisa Vanderpump Confirmed in May That the Show was Not Going Anywhere
Lisa Vanderpump confirmed earlier this year thatVanderpump Rulesisn’t going anywhere. Despite the show taking a short break before season 12, she reassured fans that the series is not canceled and will return soon. During an event in May, Vanderpump explained that the hiatus is giving the show time to reset after an intense period of filming and drama. Vanderpump said exclusively toE! Online,
Vanderpump Rules is on hiatus just for a little bit. Let it breathe. I think we were going around in circles for a little bit.
One of the reasons for the break is the aftermath of the highly publicized “Scandoval,” involving Tom Sandoval and Rachel Leviss. The cast needed time to recover emotionally before diving back into filming.
Vanderpump also mentioned her packed schedule as a contributing factor. She has been focusing on opening her new restaurant, Wolf, in Lake Tahoe and preparing for another eatery, Pinky’s by Vanderpump, in Las Vegas. Both projects required her full attention, especially with Wolf set to open in September. The 63 year old said,
I have a restaurant to open in September, so I have to be full-steam ahead on that. I was away just before I opened Wolf working with Gordon Ramsey. That put a lot of pressure on us. I really need a couple of months to do that now.
In addition to her restaurant ventures, Vanderpump has been busy with other reality TV projects. Vanderpump released two new series in the past year,The Valleyon Bravo andVanderpump Villaon Hulu. She said,
It’s been a very busy year, three shows on the air and two restaurants to open. I wouldn’t mind a breath myself.
Balancing three active shows and two new restaurant openings has made for an incredibly hectic year for the SUR co-owner.
“Lisa is extremely hurt”: Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Reportedly Has Multiple Lisa Vanderpump Deleted Scenes That Were Cut for the Wildest Reason
Vanderpump acknowledged that the break was not only beneficial for the cast and production team but also for herself. With such a demanding schedule, the time off allows everyone to regroup and prepare for an exciting new season. Fans can rest assured thatVanderpump Ruleswill be back with its signature drama and fresh energy.
All seasons ofVanderpump Rulesare available for streaming on Peacock.
Sohini Mukherjee
Content Writer
Articles Published :331
Sohini Mukherjee is an Evergreen writer at FandomWire, specializing in pop culture, all things sitcoms, and, of course, Harry Potter. She has a soft spot for shows like Modern Family and pretty much any movie that knows how to tell a good story. You’ll find her name on listicles and long form articles that feel more like fun conversations than stiff articles. Having published over 300 articles, Sohini always brings a unique perspective and a deep understanding of the stories she covers.
